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Aqua Libra has expanded its flavoured sparkling water portfolio with the launch of a new Peach & Kiwi variety.

Plant-based protein brand Aloha has expanded its snack portfolio with the launch of a limited-edition strawberry protein bar.

Belgian chocolatier Maison Pierre Marcolini is expanding into the home-baking category with the launch of a cooking chocolate collection in the UK.

Fox's Burton's Companies (FBC) has expanded its Maryland S'wich range through a new collaboration with Terry's Chocolate.

Kellogg's has expanded its Crunchy Nut Crunchies portfolio with the launch of Crunchy Nut Crunchies Caramelised Biscuit Flavour.

US dairy brand Breakstone’s has expanded its cottage cheese portfolio with the launch of single-serve snack cups containing 17g of protein per serving.

US start-up Hopkind has launched a new range of premium functional non-alcoholic beers, combining traditional brewing with performance-focused ingredients to target the growing wellness and alcohol-free beverage markets. The company, which officially launched this week ahead of its first product release on 2 August, has developed two debut products – an IPA and a lager – formulated to support muscle recovery and hydration. Founded by executives with backgrounds at Jil Sander,

Tony's Chocolonely has expanded its confectionery portfolio with the launch of a new Popcorn Crunch bar.

The Campbell’s Company has expanded its US soup portfolio with the launch of Campbell’s Protein Soups, a five-strong range containing 20g of protein per can.

Cawston Press is expanding into the growing functional beverage market with the launch of a new range of ambient juice shots.

Global snacking brand Pladis is extending its McVitie’s Hobnobs range with the launch of McVitie’s Hobnobs Oaty Snaps.

Nestlé has brought together its Aero and Milkybar brands in a new confectionery range launching across the UK and Ireland.