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The Swiss chocolate and cocoa processor has appointed former Unilever executive Hein Schumacher as its new chief executive officer, effective 26 Jan 2026.

Allen says he will be concentrating on his newly expanded executive role at Hilton Food Group, where he has moved from non-executive chair to executive chair.

Quorn has announced two senior leadership appointments as the meat alternatives business looks to accelerate growth across the US and its foodservice channel.

Olymel, one of Canada’s largest agri-food processors, has promoted its chief operating officer Daniel Rivest to chief executive officer, effective July 2026.

Coca-Cola has revealed a sweeping overhaul of its operational leadership, including the creation of a new chief digital officer role.

The British Soft Drinks Association has appointed Andy Bagnall as its new director general, replacing Gavin Partington, who is retiring after 13 years in the role.

Hormel Foods has announced the upcoming retirements of two key executives, Mark Morey and Paul Peil, as part of its ongoing strategic evolution.

Mars Food & Nutrition has appointed Tim Mooney to the role of general manager for UK and Ireland, effective 2 February 2026.

Arla Foods has strengthened its UK leadership team with the appointment of Matthew Walker as head of its Foodservice business, aiming to accelerate growth across one of its key channels.

Dolf van den Brink, CEO and chairman of the executive board at Heineken, will step down from his position on 31 May 2026.

Suntory Global Spirits, a leading player in the premium spirits market, has announced the appointment of Davin Nugent as President of Global Ready-To-Drink.

Ocean Spray Cranberries has announced that president and chief executive officer Tom Hayes will retire on 2 March 2026, following more than five years in the role.