Year in Review: The Top Supplier News of 2024Merger-and-acquisition activity was not exclusive to the retail side of the convenience proposition. Candy & Snacks Trends Spotted at NACS Show 2024Multisensorial experiences and new takes on classics were on display. People on the Move: Bazooka Candy Brands, CDA, Core-Mark & PIM Brands Barry Callebaut Group, NexChapter, Sabert Corp. and more also made personnel changes and announcements. NCSA Inducts 2024 Class of Confectionery Industry Leaders Into Candy Hall of Fame Nine honorees are lauded for their lifetime career achievements in the confectionery industry. Mars to Acquire Kellanova The $35.9 billion deal enhances the manufacturer's strategic vision for the future of snacking. Mars Reportedly Eyeing Major Acquisition The purchase of Kellanova would bring such well-known brands as Pringles and Cheez-Its under the Mars umbrella. New Snickers Campaign Utilizes Artificial Intelligence The technology has been trained to deeply mimic the personality of a major talent and generate limitless pieces of original video. C-store Gum Sales Are Bubbling Back The three largest demographic cohorts are providing the biggest boosts: Generation X, followed by boomers and millennials. Dove Milk Chocolate Tiramisu Caramel Promises The permanent addition to the Promises portfolio is inspired by the traditional Italian dessert. Mars Snacking Invests in Sustainable Dairy Production The new proposition will work to reduce the carbon footprint of dairy in line with the company's 2030 ambition to slash emissions by 50%. 1 2 3 4 5 Next Last
