CSM Ingredients launches cocoa alternative range
CSM Ingredients (Nexture) introduced Nuaré, a new, carob-based range of cocoa alternatives designed for use in baking and ice cream formulations. The new solution also addresses market volatility concerns and growing sustainability demands.
GEA and RebelDot announce joint venture
GEA and RebelDot, a Romanian technology company, formed a joint venture named RebelDot Proces Industries, aiming to accelerate ‘digital transformation in the global process industry’. The new entity will be headquartered in Cluj, Romania, and will launch in January 2026.
Ditsch launches pretzel bite snack
At the Hannover Central Station, Ditsch launched a new bite-sized concept of its renowned pretzels, called Pretzel Bites. They are baked according to the original pretzel recipe.
Upper Crust Bakery LP, a company based in Maryland, issued a voluntary product recall for three product ranges, citing ‘glass fragments found on top of the bread’. The recalled products were distributed to Pennsylvania, California, Connecticut, Maryland, Delaware and Ohio.
Valeo Foods Group acquired the Italian sweet bakery producer Freddi Dolciaria S.p.A, which further cements its growth in SW Europe in the packaged wafers, cakes, and biscuits category, complementing the existing Balconi business across Southern Europe and international markets.
Bridor celebrates 15 years since the beginning of its partnership with the French master baker Frédéric Lalos, established to create new bread concepts that combine tradition with innovation.
In the first three months of 2025, Grupo Bimbo recorded an increase of 10.8 % in its net sales, reaching MXN 103,726 million. Mexico and EAA achieved record net sales.
Koenig announced it established a new partnership with Abendschoen, to develop together “next-level automation” solutions for commercial and industrial bakeries. Abendschoen is an established name in the field of bakery automation, including intelligent automation and robotics.
