Lagardère Services Asia Pacific has teamed with Belgian Chocolatier Godiva to open its first boutique store in Sydney airport as part of the A$500 million dollar upgrade of Australia’s main international...

In a bid to tackle Australia’s obesity crisis, Mars has responded by reducing the size of its popular Mars bar, but without reducing the price. Among a whole line of products also facing reduction...

Cadbury, one of the world’s leading confectioners, has reported revenue growth of 2% in the first quarter as consumers look for cheap indulgence amid a global recession. Revenue growth surged 11%...

Mars, Incorporated, the producer of Snickers, M&M’s, Milky Way and Mars bars, has reported an aim to certify its entire cocoa supply as being produced in a sustainable manner by 2020. Mars, one...

Australians have taken their love of chocolate to a whole new level this Easter as they find solace in comfort foods, the Australian National Retailers Association has advised. “Retailers are experiencing...

Australian shoppers are not prepared to give up on a touch of indulgence this Easter, with the Confectionery Manufacturers of Australasia reporting robust sales ahead of their most important time of year. “This...

Industry sectors set to benefit despite tough economic conditions have been revealed as Mintel announces updated UK market forecasts in light of recession. Despite tough market conditions the research...

The Chairman of the world’s largest food manufacturer has told a Swiss weekly magazine that he expects the company to deliver strong results in 2009 despite a “difficult” few months for...

Chocolate maker Lindt & Sprüngli has reported an increase in profit of 4.4% for 2008, but could record their first profit drop in a decade this year. Despite the turbulence, the company said they...

Cadbury, the world’s second largest confectioner, has reported revenue growth of 7% as emerging markets and key brands build momentum. “In 2008, Cadbury completed its transformation into a...