The baking and confectionery show is scheduled May 18–22 in Dusseldorf.

In October, the best bakers from 12 countries will compete for the gold medal at “The iba.UIBC.CUP of Bakers” in Munich.

Ritter Sport's campaign aims to build awareness of its sustainable brand ethos and offer an interactive way for travelers to discover its Travel Retail Exclusives range.

Located on Kurfürstendamm, a popular, vibrant shopping street, M&M'S Berlin is the third M&M'S flagship store location Mars Wrigley opened this year.

Eriez Vice President-International Jaisen Kohmuench has announced that the company is boosting its international profile with the establishment of Eriez-Deutschland GmbH (Eriez-Germany), headquartered in Recklinghausen, Germany.

Dublin-based Valeo Foods is acquiring Schluckwerder Group, maker of Lübeck marzipan, from German investment firm Novum Capital.

Though the total of participating companies (501) is down from the 566 Koelnmesse recorded this time last year, organizers feel the trade fair, set for Jan. 31-Feb. 3, is on a good course in light of the global coronavirus pandemic.

Show organizers are postponing interpack from May 2020 to Feb. 25-March 3, 2021.

The confectionery and baked goods segments are an excellent example of the important impact packaging can have on consumer decisions at the point of sale.

The show is still proceeding as planned, according to event organizers, who also said “Messe Düsseldorf is closely monitoring current developments and is in direct contact with the health authorities.”