Archives for August 11, 2008

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AAK builds profits on cocoa butter equivalents

By Jess Halliday

The high price of cocoa butter has led to greater demand for AAK’s cocoa butter equivalents (CBEs) from specialty vegetable oils, and in turn has yielded strong growth in its confectionery fat business area.

CBI fears industry impact of poor science education

By staff reporter

The chief of the Confederation of British Industries is proposing that all high performing 14-16-year olds should study triple science – a message that resonates with concerns over building a suitable skills base for future food industry employees.

Appointments roundup: GMA, Cobell, Solbar

Appointments over the last month include a new technical and operations director at Cobell to ensure ethical, environmental and health standards. Solbar has recruited a North American business director to focus on specialty soy proteins, while the GMA...