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Ferrero has announced a new governance structure, including the creation of two new roles reporting to Ferrero International president, Giovanni Ferrero.

As the confectionery sector enters 2026, manufacturers face intensifying pressure to deliver greater product variety, cleaner labels and faster innovation without sacrificing efficiency or compliance.

Belgian ingredients supplier Purato says it will launch the first professional chocolate product made with cultured cocoa.

Snack maker McKee Foods has launched a new single-serve birthday-themed cake under its Little Debbie brand, introducing a grab-and-go option designed for everyday snacking occasions.

Cargill has entered into a partnership with Kokomodo, an Israeli food-tech company that produces functional cacao ingredients through cellular agriculture.

Single-origin dark chocolate specialist Cox&Co Cacao is expanding its seasonal portfolio with three new Easter SKUs.

Confectionery brand Fini has expanded its UK range with the introduction of two new products: Fini Mini Mochis Fruits and Fini Mini Mochis Berries.

Global packaging company Amcor has partnered with French organic and fair-trade brand Alter Eco to launch a recyclable paper-based packaging solution for Alter Eco’s 200g chocolate bar portfolio.

Ferrero’s Tic Tac brand has teamed up with Dr Pepper to launch a limited-edition mint in the US.

From the widely favoured root vegetable – the orange carrot – Givaudan Sense Colour has obtained two amazing colouring solutions: Vegebrite Orange Carrot and Vegebrite Golden Yellow.

Nestlé Confectionery has launched a broad Easter 2026 portfolio, introducing multiple NPD launches.

Ferrero UK is launching Kinder Bueno Dark, aiming to tap into premium dark chocolate demand while driving incremental value for retailers.