Candy/Confectionery

NCA reveals Ruby Award for Supplier Innovation winner

Fri, 15 May 2026 14:45:00 -0400

The honor recognizes an NCA supplier member company that has developed an innovation in the past year that improves the ability of confectioners to manufacture, distribute, market, and/or sell chocolate and candy.

Plamil Expands Chocolate Co-Packing Capabilities

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 14:10:10 -0400

With an award winning team supplying chocolate worldwide, this investment in custom built packing machinery strengthens Plamil’s commitment to providing tailored chocolate solutions for a broad range of customers.

Coveris Launches MonoFlexFibre Pure Twist for Confectionery Products

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 13:42:05 -0400

Designed to meet the industry's 95/5 guidelines for paper recyclability, the lightweight material offers reliable product protection and efficiency on high-speed packaging lines.

Theegarten-Pactec expands its flow-wrapping expertise with the FPC6

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 00:00:12 -0400

New flow-wrapping machine is specifically designed to meet the requirements of manufacturers of chocolate, confectionery, cereal and protein bars, functional foods and snacks, as well as co-packers and contract packers.

Mondelēz International Launches 65% Recycled Plastic Packaging for Cadbury Eggs

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 09:58:16 -0400

These latest moves continue Mondelēz’s packaging sustainability progress throughout the Easter period. Last year, the company introduced the Cadbury Easter Favourites Pouch with the outer packaging made from paper, and it has previously removed 6.4 million plastic windows across the Easter egg range.

Ferrara Debuts Themed Flavors to Celebrate U.S. Soccer Partnership

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 13:52:32 -0500

Ferrara is kicking off the season with limited-edition product offerings across three of its beloved brands, including a new SweeTARTS® Ropes flavor, the return of Berry Punch NERDS® Gummy Clusters® and a soccer-themed Trolli® Sour Brite Squad pack.

Candy and Confectionery Industry Embraces Paper-Based Packaging

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500

Partnerships between one.five and Jung, pladis Global and Coveris, and Volka Food International and Metatex are just a few examples of how paper-based packaging has become an increasingly prevalent option for candy and confectionery providers.

Alter Eco Partners with Amcor to Develop Paper-Based Chocolate Packaging

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 00:00:27 -0500

The Alter Eco design combines a natural kraft look with a matte finish, reinforcing the product’s authentic shelf presence.

Loacker to Debut New Stand-Up Pouch Packaging at WinterFancy Faire

Fri, 09 Jan 2026 14:19:21 -0500

This new pack was designed to meet consumer needs for portion control, mindful-indulgence, and on-the-go convenience.

Boom Boom Chewing Gum Adopts Recyclable Paper Packaging with Help of Koehler

Wed, 17 Dec 2025 13:18:00 -0500

The collaboration brings together Koehler's global paper expertise and Metatex’s converting capabilities to deliver sustainable packaging solutions to the Pakistani market, the companies say.

pladis and Coveris Develop Paper-Based Packaging for Confectionery Products

Mon, 15 Dec 2025 12:22:41 -0500

The collaboration will replace existing OPP/paper non-recyclable pre-made block bottom bags with fully recyclable paper-based ones.

Jung Pivots to Paper-Based Confectionery Packaging with Help of one.five

Thu, 11 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0500

Jung is now using a solution that is fully recyclable in the wastepaper stream, delivers the necessary performance in the filling process, and generates up to 30% fewer emissions than comparable conventional OPP or plastic composite films.

Cracker Barrel, Grandpa Joe's add Gardners Candies

Tue, 09 Dec 2025 10:00:00 -0500

Along with Dubai Chocolate, which launches February 1, the chocolatier recently added a third Oreo treat.

Mondelēz and DS Smith partner on sustainable packaging for Cadbury Heroes

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 00:00:24 -0500

Paper tubs are part of a test and learn initiative that will inform Mondelēz’s efforts to achieve its long-term goal of reducing virgin plastic.

Mondelēz and Tesco Join in Trial to Reduce Plastic Packaging on Cadbury Products

Mon, 11 Aug 2025 13:15:44 -0400

As part of a test-and-learn initiative lasting until early 2026, the plastic overwrap on ~1.8 million Cadbury Crunchie Four Bar Multipacks sold in Tesco stores will be replaced with innovative stickers, reducing the outer plastic packaging by 60% per pack.

Sunala Launches Equipment for Tamper-Proofing of Chocolate Boxes, Confectionery Items

Wed, 30 Jul 2025 09:50:00 -0400

The latest version of the TinyTampino Evo machine features a simple conversion to apply edge seals on A-frame cartons and thinner packs.

HI-CHEW debuts new packaging

Wed, 07 May 2025 10:00:00 -0400

The brand's flavors are getting a vibrant refresh, with updated packaging and reversed chewlet colors for HI-CHEW Original and HI-CHEW Tropical Mix.

Sprinkles Chocolate introduces S'mores Cupcake Cups

Tue, 15 Apr 2025 08:00:00 -0400

The cups combine marshmallow-flavored frosting filling wrapped in rich chocolate and topped with graham cracker crumbles.

Ferrero to Showcase New Products at TFWA Asia Pacific Exhibition & Conference

Tue, 08 Apr 2025 12:38:17 -0400

New product innovations from Kinder, Nutella and Tic Tac are among the novelties that will be showcased to buyers in the region.

Confectionery Packaging Seeing Improvements in Several Key Areas

Thu, 20 Feb 2025 00:00:00 -0500

The confectionery market, projected to surpass $250 billion by 2033, is embracing packaging innovation. Read on to learn more about these innovations in confectionary packaging.

Pack-Smart Revolutionizes Packaging with New Tray Forming and Filling System

Thu, 30 Jan 2025 00:00:00 -0500

Innovative solution enhances efficiency, scalability, and sustainability across several vertical markets, including confectionery, luxury goods, electronics, personal care, cosmetics, and food products.

Dr. Bronner's Debuts New Look for Chocolate Bars

Tue, 07 Jan 2025 11:55:00 -0500

New wrappers feature enlarged font sizes, enhanced colors, and more. Along with updated wrappers, the natural brand is announcing a new distribution partnership with Maestrani.

Schubert to Showcase Variety of Solutions at ProSweets Cologne 2025

Thu, 05 Dec 2024 14:46:29 -0500

With its innovative, sustainable, flexible and future-proof packaging solutions, Schubert helps manufacturers respond quickly and easily to changing market requirements.

Theegarten-Pactec to exhibit at ProSweets Cologne 2025

Mon, 02 Dec 2024 10:35:00 -0500

At a joint stand with its partners Makrev and Sweet Connect, the company from Dresden will be presenting its high-speed CHS machine as a highlight.

Walkers Chocolates Transitions to Recyclable Paper Wrappers for Pair of Brands

Thu, 14 Nov 2024 11:43:55 -0500

The new paper wrapper provides a functional and environmentally friendly alternative to current snack and confectionary packaging which, over the past 30 years, has become complex with the development of light weight multi-layer structures.

Kit Kat, Jolly Rancher announce video game LTO packaging

Thu, 14 Nov 2024 09:00:00 -0500

Hershey is partnering with Nintendo of America on limited-edition Kit Kat bars and Jolly Rancher gummies packages.

UPM Partners with Eastman on Paper Food Packaging with Compostable Coating

Wed, 06 Nov 2024 10:34:00 -0500

The solution integrates Eastman’s biobased and compostable Solus performance additives with BioPBS polymer to form a thin coating on UPM’s compostable and recyclable barrier base papers.

Mondelēz Partners with Amcor to Use Recycled Packaging for Cadbury Sharing Bars

Wed, 06 Nov 2024 00:00:00 -0500

Sold in the UK and Ireland, the Cadbury core sharing bars will be wrapped in 80% certified recycled plastic packaging, which can be attributed to plastic sourced from advanced recycling technology.

Jolly Rancher revitalizes packaging to capture brand's flavor experience

Thu, 24 Oct 2024 17:00:00 -0400

In response to consumer feedback, the brand's new packaging includes bold colors, playful typography, and fruit and candy illustrations.

Better Sour debuts brand refresh amid expansion to more retail outlets

Thu, 17 Oct 2024 14:40:00 -0400

Better Sour’s new packaging includes the new tagline “Taste the World,” a nod to the brand's celebration of sour fruit flavors from around the globe.