EVENT NEWS
Capol confirmed as a silver exhibitor for LCF 2025
We are pleased to announce CAPOL as a Silver-tier exhibitor at the London Chocolate Forum (LCF) on 9 October 2025 at Prospero House, London. Founded in 1975, Capol GmbH is a global leader in value-added
ingredient solutions and processing aids for the food industry, with a strong reputation in confectionery finishes. CAPOL offers over 250 advanced glazing, anti-sticking, and sealing agents under the brands CAPOL, CAPOLAN, CAPOLEX, and FIX GUM. Its patented VIVAPIGMENTS technology delivers innovative natural colour pigments, alongside a wide range of natural flavour compositions. CAPOL’s products are manufactured in its own facilities in
Europe and North America, meeting the highest food safety and quality standards, and are supported by external certifications. The company’s global network of subsidiaries, agents, and
Join Salomon Kalou and the Oumé Team at the London Chocolate Forum
The London Chocolate Forum is set to welcome Oumé, a bold new lifestyle and chocolate brand co-founded by football legend Salomon Kalou and creative director Karina Ferreira. Backed by Ndubuisi Kejeh, Founding Partner at Mustard,
Oumé is turning the traditional chocolate brand model on its head—starting with the story before the product. In a compelling 20–25 minute keynote, the Oumé team will share how they built a loyal community and emotional brand equity before launching a single chocolate bar. Rooted in Kalou’s childhood in Oumé, Côte d’Ivoire, the brand’s narrative centres on memory, nostalgia, and home—connecting audiences not through Attendees will learn how Oumé structured its model around precede product development, and how story can create enduring consumer loyalty. Meet the Speakers: Salomon Kalou, former Chelsea FC star, brings passion, purpose, and hometown pride to the venture. Karina Ferreira, a Brazilian creative based in Abidjan, crafts
Oumé’s soulful brand identity. Ndubuisi Kejeh, an MIT-recognised innovator, is building Africa’s next generation of global brands through Mustard.
partners ensures a strong market presence, supported by a team of more than 100 professionals. Since 2013, CAPOL has been part of Freudenberg Chemical Specialities, a business group of Freudenberg SE. Headquartered in Weinheim, Germany, Freudenberg is a family-owned enterprise with 10 business groups and over 175 years of heritage. Its long- term vision and financial stability provide CAPOL with a solid foundation to continue developing market-leading solutions for the global food and confectionery industry.
Hames Chocolates to exhibit at LCF with exclusive hot
chocolate giveaway The London Chocolate Forum is delighted to announce Hames Chocolates as a Silver-tier exhibitor for the 2025 event. After attending the LCF
last year, Hames Chocolates is stepping into the spotlight with its debut exhibition—bringing nearly 20 years of expertise in private label chocolate to this year’s showcase. Based in Lincolnshire, the company produces a wide range of chocolate products including bars, filled and moulded chocolates, seasonal lines, and bespoke creations for gifting, retail, and promotional use. To mark the occasion,
Hames will be offering attendees a taste of something special: their Black Cherry Hot Chocolate Stirrer—a rich, indulgent sample that highlights their flair for flavour and innovation. From supplying high street brands and luxury hotels to
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holiday parks, garden centres, and foodservice suppliers, Hames Chocolates is trusted across the UK for delivering personalised chocolate experiences at scale. With a strong focus on own-label solutions and seasonal gifting, they are actively innovating and championing British-made confectionery. Visit their stand to meet
the team, try the stirrer, and learn more about their custom capabilities.
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