At the UIBC Congress held in Munich, the association’s new president was elected: Dominique Anract replaces Günther Koerfferas.
Taking place from January 28 to 31, 2024, ProSweets Cologne will bring together over 250 exhibitors from over 25 countries representing the international supplier industry for sweets and snacks. Together with it, its traditional counterpart, ISM, will also be held.
Dr. Oetker launched THE BIG DOUGHNATION, a four-week campaign to benefit Food Banks Canada and those facing the challenge of food insecurity – and is encouraging Canadians to help reach a CAD 150,000 target.
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) is lending EUR 90 million to help the Romanian subsidiary of Lantmännen build a new bakery. Lantmännen Unibake Romania will build the facility in Bucharest and will use it as a central production hub, supplying countries in Central and Southeast Europe, according to EBRD.
Trade visitors welcome iba’s comeback. This October, 1,073 exhibitors from 46 countries showcased their latest developments in 10 halls, for 57,000 visitors from 150 countries attending the show. The fair in Munich saw full aisles for an anticipated industry reunion. By comparison, more than 77,000 trade visitors from around 170 countries came to iba in 2018. In total, over 1,300 companies exhibited 5 years ago.