Fazer says demand for some of its confectionery products, including praline and specialty products, has declined as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Finland-based Fazer Confectionery has announced plans to cease operations in Karkkila in winter 2021 and move production of xylitol pastilles and chewing gum to the company’s factory in Lappeenranta.

Fazer Group plans to invest €40 million in a new production facility in Lahti, Finland, to move further into the plant-based product market.

Fazer Confectionery is removing milk fat from the recipe of its Fazer Pure Dark chocolate to better serve vegan consumers.