Baronie in the news

The Jacques chocolate factory in Eupen, owned by Baronie, is closing and about 70 jobs are threatened.

An 18-year-old intern died from electrocution at Baronie due to safety violations, leading to legal action and potential heavy fines.

Baronie admitted responsibility in court for the electrocution death of an 18-year-old intern at their Veurne chocolate factory.

Jay-Jay Meierdres has returned to his old club Baronie, aiming to help the team improve its standing in the league and finish his career there.

Baronie TV, a television program focused on carnival, will end on February 13, 2026, after a 30-year run.

Music theater students created a performance about the Baronie chocolate factory's history, featuring stories from former employees and factory life.

Bronwyn Fincham started a new position as UK Head of HR at Baronie, a pan-European chocolate producer.

Fons Walder, a Dutch chocolate magnate in Belgium, is uncertain about bidding for the beverage group Bols and may retain his large shareholding.

Baronie Group, owner of confectionery brands like IJsboerke and Jacques, recorded a turnover of 1.23 billion euros in 2022.

Baronie chocolate company in Veurne faces court after an 18-year-old intern died from electrocution during work.

Baronie cut the carbon footprint of its ice praline trays by 32% using a lighter, recyclable dispersion barrier board from Metsä Board, supported by technical assistance for packaging line adaptation.

Baronie continues its expansion in the chocolate industry by acquiring Duc d'O, building on previous acquisitions.

Plastic contamination was again found in chocolate products from Baronie, the Belgian parent company of IJsboerke and Jacques-chocolade.

Baronie, a chocolate producer, is acquiring the struggling Belgian ice cream brand IJsboerke.

Baronie expanded its chocolate production capacity by acquiring Belgian chocolatier Duc d’O, adding a factory and broadening its international market reach.

Duc d’O, part of Baronie Group, is introducing new truffles and chocolate tablets in various flavors at the TFWA World Exhibition.

Baronie is ending production at its Duc d’O plant in Kruibeke, relocating manufacturing to other sites in Belgium while retaining commercial functions at Kruibeke and transferring affected staff.

Baronie Group acquired Ashbury Chocolates to establish a UK base, save jobs, and expand its retail market presence amid industry cost and pricing challenges.

Baronie's UK subsidiary acquired Ashbury Chocolates, preserving 236 jobs and securing the company's future amid market challenges.

Baronie has acquired Duc d’O to expand its international chocolate market presence and is evaluating the brand's future.