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.
Switzerland: Schwyter and Lichtensteiger merge
Swiss bakeries Schwyter and Lichtensteiger are merging to form a single company. The future company name and brand identity will be announced at a later time. The merger will begin in February 2026 and is expected to be completed by the end of the year.
Grupo Bimbo appoints new CEO
Grupo Bimbo announced Alejandro Rodriguez Bas is its new Chief Executive Officer. He joined the company in 2021 and currently serves as President of Barcel Global and a member of the Executive Committee.
Pizza will close 68 restaurants and 11 delivery sites in the UK, after DC London Pie Limited, which operates Pizza Hut’s UK restaurants, went into administration. However, the chain’s owner, Yum! Brands agreed to buy back and save 64 of these restaurants and the affiliated jobs, in a pre-pack administration…
GEA Group announced an early decision to extend CEO Stefan Klebert’s contract until the end of 2028. The executive board will also be restructured from the beginning of 2026: it will be expanded from three to six members, the Global Executive Committee and the COO role will be dissolved.
Dunkin’ launched this year’s limited-time Halloween treats, including Spider Donut-inspired merchandise. The spooky season release includes a new Candy Bar Signature Latte, a favorite from last season – Spider Donut, and a Halloween MUNCHKINS® Bucket, which features Halloween-themed MUNCHKINS Donut Hole Treats.
The 44th edition of Host Milano (held from October 17 to 21), will feature an extended bakery-pizza-pasta showcase, which will include an ‘Art of Baking’ hub and a focus on Milano Pane Pasta Pizza.
Flowers Foods, Inc. announced that Steve Kinsey plans to retire at the end of 2025, after 36 years of service, including the last 18 as Chief Financial Officer (CFO).
