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Forever Chocolate 2020/21: we reduced our carbon intensity by 17%

Submitted by J. Mikhail on Fri, 01/28/2022 - 02:33

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The publication of our fifth Forever Chocolate Progress Report marks the half-way point of our plan to make Sustainable chocolate the norm by 2025. Our progress data in 2020/21 shows that we have continued to scale our efforts and create impact on our journey to make sustainable chocolate the norm by 2025.

Full-Year Results Fiscal Year 2020/21 Date

Submitted by J. Mikhail on Fri, 01/28/2022 - 02:30

Sales volume up +4.6%, all Regions and Key growth drivers contributed
Sales revenue of CHF 7.2 billion, up +8.7% in local currencies (+4.6% in CHF)
Operating profit (EBIT) up +18.9%1 in local currencies (+15.4%1 in CHF) to CHF 566.7 million
Net profit up +24.2%1 in local currencies (+20.4%1 in CHF) to CHF 384.5 million
Strong Free cash flow of CHF 355 million
Confident on mid-term guidance2
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Barry Callebaut inaugurates The Chocolate Box: world’s largest and most sustainable chocolate warehouse in Lokeren, Belgium

Submitted by J. Mikhail on Fri, 01/28/2022 - 02:29

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New Global Distribution Center in Lokeren, Belgium, home for all packed chocolate shipments from chocolate factories in Wieze and Halle to Western Europe and the world
Largest investment ever in Barry Callebaut’s operations network centralizes and increases the efficiency of global logistics
First building in the Benelux which is “BREEAM Outstanding” certified, the highest norm in sustainable building¹

The Barry Callebaut Group, world’s leading cocoa and chocolate manufacturer, inaugurated today 'The Barry

Barry Callebaut unveils the first nutraceutical fruit drink

Submitted by J. Mikhail on Fri, 01/28/2022 - 02:27

Barry Callebaut leverages its deep scientific knowledge of the cacaofruit and the fruit’s supportive health effect by introducing a nutraceutical fruit drink The new cacaofruit elixir ‘Elix’ has a zesty fruity taste. Promoting circulatory health. The health claim related to the cacaofruit flavanols present in ‘Elix’ is approved under the EU Nutrition and Health Claims regulation Barry Callebaut, the world’s leading manufacturer of high-quality chocolate and cocoa products, leverages its deep scientific knowledge of the cacaofruit and the fruit’s supportive health effect, by presenting the first nutraceutical fruit drink. The new cacaofruit elixir – made from 100% pure cacaofruit – has a zesty fruity taste. By unlocking the power of science, the elixir is uniquely crafted to preserve the nutrients of the cacaofruit.

Barry Callebaut opens CHOCOLATE ACADEMY Center Dubai at the foot of Burj Khalifa Date

Submitted by J. Mikhail on Fri, 01/28/2022 - 02:26

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The new CHOCOLATE ACADEMY^TM Center Dubai relocated to the foot of Burj Khalifa to provide the best possible platform for chefs and artisans to showcase and develop their talent and skills
CHOCOLATE ACADEMY^TM Center Dubai offers inspiration, training and support for professionals.

Barry Callebaut inaugurates chocolate factory in Novi Sad, Serbia Date

Submitted by J. Mikhail on Fri, 01/28/2022 - 02:24

New state-of-the art factory in Novi Sad inaugurated by Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić and Peter Boone, CEO of the Barry Callebaut Group
Representing an investment of EUR 55 million EUR, the factory has an initial annual production capacity of over 50,000 tonnes of chocolate
The factory will serve as a regional hub from which Barry Callebaut can address the rapidly growing chocolate markets of Southeastern Europe

Today, the Barry Callebaut Group, the world’s leading manufacturer of high-quality chocolate and cocoa products, officially

Change in the Executive Committee of Barry Callebaut Date

Submitted by J. Mikhail on Fri, 01/28/2022 - 02:22

The Board of Directors has appointed Rogier van Sligter, currently Co-President EMEA (Europe, Middle East, Africa), sole President EMEA, effective October 1, 2021, following Andrew Fleming’s decision to pursue new career opportunities outside the Barry Callebaut Group. Rogier van Sligter (born 1973, Dutch national) joined Barry Callebaut in 2004 as Account Manager. Prior to starting his journey in Barry Callebaut, he successfully onboarded his career in different marketing roles for various companies. In 2008, Rogier van Sligter became Sales Director Benelux & Nordics. From 2012 to 2016, he served as Vice President Europe North before being promoted to Vice President EEMEA (Eastern Europe, Middle East, Africa).

Barry Callebaut to unravel a monumental cacaofruit breakthrough during Treat Tomorrow Live Date

Submitted by J. Mikhail on Fri, 01/28/2022 - 02:20

We collaborate with customers and experts from across the globe to share knowledge and insights to elicit positive change in the years to come. As of October 26, Treat Tomorrow offers all new episodes and a whole new mini-series that is dedicated to food with health benefits, a monumental breakthrough in cacaofruit history. From now, registration for Treat Tomorrow Live on October 26, 2021 is open!

Changes in the Executive Committee of Barry Callebaut Date

Submitted by J. Mikhail on Fri, 01/28/2022 - 02:18

Masha Vis-Mertens Barry Callebaut Chief Human Resources Officer

The Board of Directors has appointed Masha Vis-Mertens as Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) and as member of the Executive Committee, effective October 1, 2021. Masha Vis-Mertens, currently Vice President Operations & Supply Chain EMEA, is succeeding Isabelle Esser, who has decided to pursue her career outside the Barry Callebaut Group.

Barry Callebaut completes acquisition of Europe Chocolate Company in Belgium

Submitted by J. Mikhail on Fri, 01/28/2022 - 02:11

Strengthening of Barry Callebaut’s manufacturing capabilities in the growing market of highly customized chocolate specialties and decorations

The Barry Callebaut Group, the world’s leading manufacturer of high-quality chocolate and cocoa products, today announced that it has successfully closed the acquisition of Europe Chocolate Company (ECC), a Belgian privately-owned B2B manufacturer of chocolate specialties and decorations. The integration will start as of now.

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