Mars furthers goal of using 100% reusable, recyclable, or compostable packaging for products Ansys offers CPG giant a new approach to packaging development. Liz Parker March 14, 2024 Mars' use of this simulation technology has already reduced the quantity of plastics purchased by Mars for testing by approximately 246 tons. Read More
Mars partners on food supply chain sustainability initiative Along with Unreasonable Group, the snack producer will drive toward Net Zero by 2050. Jenni Spinner February 21, 2024 Along with Unreasonable Group, the snack producer will drive toward Net Zero by 2050.Read More
World Cocoa Foundation draws up a new landscape for an equitable cocoa sector The 2025 WCF Partnership Meeting will be held in March in São Paulo, Brazil. Liz Parker February 14, 2024 This annual event united cocoa farmers and experts in a single forum for discussion on shared challenges, progress, and learnings on sustainability.Read More
Chocolate manufacturers respond to consumer demand for eco-friendly packaging Consumers are not only picky about the kind of chocolate they want to eat but the kind of packaging it comes in. Brad Addington February 8, 2024 The use of home-compostable materials and bio-renewable inks are just some ways that companies are rendering chocolate packaging more eco-friendly.Read More
Hubba Bubba adds Skittles flavored Mini Gum to its lineup This is the first new gum format from the brand since 1988. Liz Parker February 8, 2024 Bubble gum fans can now enjoy the play and nostalgia of the Hubba Bubba brand in a new fruity, poppable gum format with Mini Gum.Read More
Mars unveils Valentine's Day innovations for 2024 The company introduces Dove Promises Dark Chocolate & Strawberry Swirl flavor for the holiday. Liz Parker January 25, 2024 Dove, M&M's, and Lifesavers announce the return of seasonal favorites plus new limited-edition innovations.Read More
Mars opens doors on new Global Research and Development Hub in Chicago The 44,000-square-foot facility constitutes a $42m investment in the candy producer’s future innovation. Jenni Spinner January 23, 2024 On January 18, Mars held a ribbon-cutting ceremony at its newest, and largest to date Global Research and Development Hub. Read More
Mars announces new $237 million Nature's Bakery facility in Salt Lake City To accelerate its growth, Nature’s Bakery has been part of the Mars family of companies since 2020. Liz Parker January 11, 2024 Nature’s Bakery plans to add over 190 jobs to its Utah location and invest $237 million in the Utah facility. Read More
Mars celebrates Valentine's Day with personalized M&M's The brand is also bringing back its fan-favorite seasonal flavor, White Chocolate Strawberry Shake, for a limited time. Liz Parker January 10, 2024 M&M'S launches its 2024 Valentine's Day gift guide on MMS.com to inspire more moments of colorful happiness.Read More
Snickers launches new bar featuring low GI dark chocolate cereal, mono material flexible packaging Flexible packaging is widely used in the food industry, especially in snacks and confectionery. Liz Parker January 5, 2024 In December 2023, Mars China announced another significant step towards sustainable packaging with the launch of its Snickers bar featuring dark chocolate cereal.Read More