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Lindt & Sprüngli is tapping into seasonal and global flavour trends with the launch of a limited-edition, Japan-inspired chocolate collection for spring/summer 2026.

Tony’s Chocolonely has expanded its confectionery portfolio with the launch of Filled, its first-ever range of filled chocolate bars.

Italian start-up Foreverland has raised €6 million in funding to support the international expansion of its cocoa-free chocolate alternative, Choruba.

Mars Wrigley is expanding its confectionery portfolio with the launch of a new variant of M&M’S, introducing M&M’S Cookie Dough to the UK market later this month.

Nestlé Confectionery is adding a brand-new, limited-edition Salted Caramel Pretzel variant to its Yorkie chocolate bar range in the UK and Ireland.

Aldi is expanding its seasonal confectionery offering with a new line-up of Easter eggs and chocolate treats.

Fairfields Farm has partnered with Temprd to launch a limited-edition Easter product combining milk chocolate with potato crisps.

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

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