Hand Media International announces the release of the November–December 2025 edition of International Confectionery Magazine – now available to read for free in digital format.
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Closing out an extraordinary year for the global confectionery sector, this final issue of 2025 offers a comprehensive and insightful look at the innovations, challenges and achievements that have shaped the industry. From breakthrough technologies to the people and companies pushing boundaries, the edition serves as a fitting finale to a year defined by creativity, resilience and technical excellence.
Spotlight on Excellence: The International Confectionery Awards
At the heart of the issue is a dedicated showcase of the International Confectionery Awards. Spanning ingredients, equipment, packaging and finished products, this year’s finalists and winners highlight a sector that continually evolves. Hand Media International extends its sincerest thanks to the judges for their expertise and to the sponsors and supporters whose commitment makes these awards possible.
The Nov–Dec edition also includes a series of in-depth features with leading industry figures:
- The Big Interview: Graham Donaldson of Gordon & Durward reflects on a long-standing confectionery heritage and how tradition blends with modern innovation.
- The Innovator: Willy van Arkel-van Arendonk of Corbion explores emerging frontiers in product management and development.
- Cover Story – CEPI: Celebrating 40 years of CEPI’s innovation and technical expertise, highlighting its continuing influence on bakery and confectionery manufacturing.
This issue then delves into some of the most dynamic areas of confectionery production and research:
- How belts and conveyors are enhancing hygiene, precision and environmental performance.
- The evolving science of candy and lollipop processing, from formulation to production control.
- AAK’s perspective on next-generation CBEs and their vital role in helping manufacturers navigate the ongoing cocoa price crisis.
- The growing impact of robotics and automation in improving speed, accuracy and production reliability.
These features highlight contributions from key industry innovators and solution providers across the global confectionery ecosystem.
The issue also includes a full preview of Fi Europe, one of the industry’s most important ingredient showcases, offering readers a guide on what not to miss.
