Dubai Duty Free “checks in” to Sweets & Snacks Middle East

Confectionery category contributed 8.52% to global DDF sales and has grown by 4.48% compared to same period last year (Jan to Sept 2014). With DDF sales expected to surpass the USD 2 bn mark for the first time this year, DDF has identified confectionery sales as a key contributor in its latest record turnover target.

“Confectionery sales continue to grow year-on-year and remain a core growth area of the business,” said Saba Tahir, Vice President Purchasing, Vendor Support & Research, DDF. This year’s Sweets & Snacks Middle East – which runs alongside The Speciality Food Festival and SEAFEX – is standing 25% larger than the 2014 edition. DDF joins key buyers from Emirates Flight Catering, Jumeirah Group, Spinney’s and Saudi Arabia’s Manuel Supermarket in leveraging the dedicated trade platform to access thousands of confectionery products showcased by more than 300 specialised exhibitors. Sweets & Snacks Middle East is organised by Koelnmesse GmbH and the Dubai World Trade Centre.