Norbert Hübler is the new Global Sales Director of Koenig, as of January 1, 2024. The Board of Directors of the Helmut Koenig Private Foundation and the Management of the Koenig Group announced organizational changes in the company concerning future challenges, including the new appointment.
CAOBISCO and 22 other associations representing a wide array of European industries, including food-related sectors, sent a joint letter to the three EU Presidents to call on the EU and Mercosur leaders to rapidly conclude the trade negotiations on the remaining open points.
New Jersey’s Anthony & Son Bakery launched The Avocado Bread Company brand. The new bread is made with avocado seeds and grains, guacamole spices and fresh avocado.
The European Commission approved, under the EU Merger Regulation, the proposed merger between Novozymes A/S and Christian Hansen A/S. The approval is conditional upon full compliance with the commitments offered by the parties.
Joe Park was promoted to the role of Chief Digital & Technology Officer starting from March 1. He will be reporting to Chris Turner, Yum! Brands Chief Financial Officer. Park, who most recently served as Chief Digital & Technology Officer for Pizza Hut Global, succeeds Clay Johnson, who will continue with Yum! Brands as a Senior Advisor.
Starbucks announced new members were elected to its Board of Directors: Daniel Servitje – CEO and Chairman of Grupo Bimbo, Neal Mohan – YouTube CEO, and Mike Sievert – President and Director at T-Mobile US. Servitje has served as CEO of Grupo Bimbo since 1997 and as Chairman since 2013.
The theme of the 2024 Coupe du Monde de la Boulangerie is sporting events. The competition will take place in Paris, from January 21 to 22, hosted by Sirha Europain. The award ceremony of the international baking competition will be held on the second day.
The earlier schedule reinstates pre-COVID timeline. Qualifying companies can submit applications between January 16 – February 13, 2024, in order to participate in Priority Space Selection, during which members of ABA, BEMA, and RBA will select booth space first, with 2022 Exhibitors to follow utilizing a priority points system.
From January 28 to 31, Koelnmesse will showcase consumer and product trends, innovations, an expert stage, halal market highlights and comprehensive offers for the sweets and snacks industry. More than 1,400 exhibitors from more than 70 countries are expected to participate in the ISM 2024.
The shareholders of Evolva Holding AG approved the sale of Evolva AG to Danstar Ferment AG, a Swiss affiliate of Lallemand Inc., for CHF 20 million – on December 21. One week later, the parties closed the transaction. Evolva Holding SA will seek the delisting of its shares from SIX Swiss Exchange and expects the delisting to take place after a customary period of 6-12 months.
The liquidation of the company is currently expected to be completed in the first quarter of 2026.