CONTENTS


14 NEWS


06 INDUSTRY NEWS The latest news in the confectionery industry


42 MOVERS AND SHAKERS Key appointments and promotions that are shaking up


the industry FEATURES


14 FUNCTIONAL INGREDIENTS Consumers seek balance rather than restriction and confectionery manufacturers are exploring how indulgent formats can deliver functional benefits


20 MODULAR EQUIPMENT FOR FLEXIBLE PRODUCTION


What real-life benefits modular confectionery production and packaging lines can offer and how they can help confectionery producers keep up with fast changing trends


26 DIGITAL TWINS


How digital twins can help confectionery makers test, optimise and innovate virtually


32 PERSONALISED AND PREMIUM PACKAGING


What role packaging material choices and packaging design have to play in confectionery premiumisation


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