Sugar & Confectionery

South Africa’s sugar industry has recorded a strong rise in early cane deliveries, although import pressures and Tongaat Hulett’s uncertainty continue to threaten the sector.

Ingredion has proposed a £2.74 billion takeover of Tate & Lyle, aiming to expand its global food ingredient solutions and specialty product portfolio.

Mars will expand Australian manufacturing capacity, sustainability initiatives and AI-enabled production as part of a major long-term investment programme across seven facilities.

Cadbury Nigeria has named FMCG executive Ayman Gaafar as managing director as the company seeks to strengthen leadership after returning to profitability in 2025.

India has imposed an immediate ban on sugar exports until September 2026 to strengthen domestic supply amid concerns over lower production and rising prices.