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NEWS
06 INDUSTRY NEWS The latest news in the confectionery industry
58 MOVERS AND SHAKERS Key appointments and promotions that are shaking
up the industry EVENTS
10 LONDON CHOCOLATE FORUM 2026 The official programme for the LCF 2026 announced
INTERVIEWS
12 COVER STORY From the kitchens of Toronto to a new bean-to-bar manufacturing venture, Kiran Grewal speaks with chef Brandon Olsen and entrepreneur Michael Held
SPECIAL FOCUS
30 WHO’S WHO Meet the companies behind the latest developments and innovations in confectionery
FEATURES
18 NATURAL INGREDIENTS How can confectionery manufacturers best navigate a move to natural ingredients in their recipes?
24 GUMMY PRODUCTION & INNOVATION Manufacturers are balancing efficacy, formulation complexity and
production efficiency with the taste and texture consumers still expect
42 SUSTAINABLE WATER & ENERGY USAGE As water stress intensifies, confectionery manufacturers are
turning to smarter processes, recycling and supply-chain action to cut both water use and energy demand
48 INTERACTIVE PACKAGING
SOLUTIONS Manufacturers are balancing efficacy, formulation complexity and production efficiency with the taste and texture consumers still expect
AUGUST/SEPTEMBER 2026 • KENNEDY’S CONFECTION • 5
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