Tag "Mars"
Price Battle Around Milka Chocolate in Germany
Milka, one of Germany’s most iconic chocolate brands, is facing turbulent times. Its producer, Mondelez, is struggling with declining sales despite an 11 per cent revenue increase in Europe –...
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THG strikes Myprotein tie-up with Mars
From 20 November, Snickers and Snickers White Impact Whey Protein products will hit shelves of “major UK retailers” and THG’s own online platform. THG has agreed a deal with Mars...
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Mars to close factory in Belgium
Mars, present in Belgium since 1962, attributed the decision to economic reasons, citing a “sharp decline in production volumes” and a “sharp rise in costs”. Mars is looking to shut...
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Mars Invests $5 Million in Groundbreaking Agricultural Science Research to Advance the Future of Peanuts
Mars recently announced its first comprehensive program, Protect the Peanut, aimed at reducing the challenges facing peanut production and ensuring the security of the global peanut supply. The company’s goal...
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Mars partners to accelerate renewable energy efforts with GoldenPeaks Capital
Mars has partnered with the European renewable energy developer to launch more than 100 new solar projects in Poland. Mars has signed its first renewable energy acceleration contract in Europe...
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New structure, old strengths
An interview with Attila Sófalvi, general manager of Mars in Hungary, the Czech Republic and Slovakia, the company’s key account head Réka Nagy and associate relations manager Márta Krivai. This...
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Mars invests €1 billion in the European Union
Mars, Incorporated will invest €1 billion in the European Union by the end of 2026. The new investment complements the more than €1.5 billion invested in the EU over the...
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Mars named to TIME magazine’s list of the world’s best companies for 2025
Mars Incorporated, a global leader in confectionery, snacks, food and pet care products and services, has been named to the inaugural edition of the World’s Best Companies 2025. The prestigious...
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Mars achieves another 1.9% reduction in absolute greenhouse gas emissions
Mars Incorporated has published its 2024 Sustainability in a Generation report, which reveals that the company has taken further steps to lower its carbon footprint. By the end of 2024...
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PepsiCo, Mars, ADM Team Up To Support Regenerative Agriculture In Poland
PepsiCo, Mars and ADM have joined forces to launch a regenerative agricultural programme in Poland that will support 24 farmers in adopting sustainable practices across their crop rotations. The initiative...
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Sustainability in the pressure of time
Sustainability is no longer just a moral issue, but an economic, social and environmental imperative. This article is available for reading in Trade magazin 2025/8-9. FAO, GREEN BRANDS and the...
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Mars achieves another 1.9% absolute greenhouse gas emission reduction
Mars Incorporated has published its 2024 Sustainable in a Generation report, revealing that the company has taken further steps to reduce its carbon footprint. By the end of 2024, Mars...
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Snickers maker Mars to use gene-editing in pursuit of stable chocolate supply
The candy giant is using Pairwise’s plant-breeding technology to improve cocoa production as climate challenges and disease send prices soaring. Candy giant Mars is using gene-editing CRISPR technology to breed...
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Winners of the Symbol of Sustainability 2025 Announced
For the sixth time, Trade Magazin has launched the Symbol of Sustainability competition. Out of the entries received this year, 20 applicants were awarded across seven announced categories. In addition,...
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First home for both two-legged and four-legged pets – young owners are the ones who choose puppies the most
In the second week of August, two international awareness days draw attention to important issues: International Youth Day on August 12 focuses on the challenges faced by young people, while...
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Candy giant Mars to invest $2 billion more in US manufacturing through 2026
Candy and snacks giant Mars on Tuesday announced plans to invest $2 billion more in its U.S. operations through next year to bolster the company’s ongoing efforts to expand manufacturing...
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We celebrate World Chocolate Day!
It’s hard, even painful, to imagine a world without chocolate treats. World Chocolate Day is celebrated worldwide on July 7th, paying tribute to the sweet treat that has enchanted millions...
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European retailers object to Kellanova takeover by Mars
The European Commission is to conduct an antitrust investigation into Mars‘ takeover of Pringles producer Kellanova, after retailers raised concerns about the manufacturer’s potentially excessive dominance. In August last year,...
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Therapy without an appointment, during working hours – the dog-friendly office really gives
Stress relief and mental well-being have a very important impact on our work performance. And pets support our mental well-being in many ways, affecting our mental health, even when we...
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New fan-inspired brand campaign by Airwaves
Airwaves, the sugar-free chewing gum brand in the Mars portfolio, is reaching out to consumers through an integrated campaign inspired by fan feedback. This article is available for reading in...
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Airwaves’ new brand campaign inspired by fan feedback
Airwaves, a sugar-free chewing gum brand from Mars, is reaching out to consumers with an integrated campaign inspired by fan feedback. The AIRWAVES. RIDE YOUR WAVE campaign invites you on...
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Hefty raw material price hike for chocolates
Domestic chocolate tablet and bar producers continue to keep a watchful eye on world cocoa bean trends. This article is available for reading in Trade magazin 2025/4. The price hike...
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Mars sets 2030 target for fully segregated cocoa in products
It will only use cocoa from farms in the program or certified by approved bodies. Mars, Incorporated, home to brands such as M&Ms, Skittles and Twix, has announced its goal...
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Mars in the lead!
According to data by Worldly Partners, published at the end of last year, the world’s five largest confectionery companies together generated US$68 billion in revenue in 2023. Mars is currently...
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Doing good things and operating successfully
Mars Incorporated has made great progress in reducing carbon emissions, while also achieving business growth. The company’s 2023 Sustainability in a Generation report reveals: since 2015 it has reduced greenhouse...
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Mondelēz Exploring Hershey Acquisition
Mondelēz International is exploring the acquisition of chocolate maker Hershey, Bloomberg News reported, citing people familiar with the matter, in what would create one of the world’s largest confectioners. Mondelēz,...
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We were learning together (Part 2)
Almost 1,100 “students” enrolled at the FMCG Open University, to learn from the best professors from different departments of the HoReCa and FMCG sector at the Trade Campus, in Hotel...
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Carrefour requires suppliers to disclose Nutri-Score
In France, all branded Carrefour suppliers will be required to state the Nutri-Score of their products on the retailer’s website and app. Those who refuse to do so will be...
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Nestlé, Mars Wrigley and Ferrero support the EU deforestation regulation
From 30 December the EU’s deforestation regulation requires companies selling cocoa, coffee, palm oil and other products in the EU to prove that their supply chains aren’t contributing to deforestation....
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