Lolly factory celebrates 50 years with new technology installed
Mondelēz International has celebrated the 50th anniversary with new technology installed at its Scoresby confectionery factory, located in Melbourne’s east.
For 50 years, the factory has been making some of Australia and New Zealand’s favourite lolly brands, including Cadbury Pascall Clinkers, Sour Patch Kids and The Natural Confectionery Company.
Part of a broader $30 million investment since 2022, the new technology at the factory will support the production of over 120 products in a range of formats, including portioned mini-bags. It will also help the lolly maker respond quickly to changing consumer demand, including trends driven by social media.
Mondelēz International Australia, New Zealand and Japan President Toby Smith said the Scoresby facility has been an important part of Australia’s manufacturing legacy as well as its future.
“We are incredibly proud of our 50-year manufacturing legacy at Scoresby and the jobs we have created for hundreds of Victorians in Melbourne’s east over the decades,’’ he said.
“Our continued investment in the Scoresby factory and our team demonstrates our confidence in Australia’s ongoing capacity to manufacture the lollies we know and love right here.”
By 2035, Mondelēz International anticipates that 50% of its growth will come from chocolate and the other half from non-chocolate products.
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