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Mars Logistics Team Develops Innovative Warehouse Management System Driving Efficiencies and Saving Millions of Dollars

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Thursday, May 25, 2023

MCLEAN, Va., May 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Here's some sweet news: Mars, Incorporated – maker of some of the world's most loved confectionery, snacking, food, and pet care brands, including M&M'S®, SNICKERS®, BEN'S ORIGINAL™, PEDIGREE®, and IAMS® – has implemented a new warehouse management system (WMS) that was developed, tested and implemented across 10 North American Mars warehouse sites in just eight months.

Key Points: 
  • As one of the world's leading treats, snacks and food manufacturers, Mars processes massive volumes of ingredients, packaging materials and finished products.
  • "It is because of this novel idea and commitment to excellence from Carlos and his team that this brand-new system came to life."
  • Mars built its new system to include:
    Cloud operating capabilities: Cloud capabilities offer cost savings since there's no need to maintain physical data centers.
  • As Mars continues to optimize the system, other parts of the Mars business stand to benefit.

MARS PETCARE ANNOUNCES NEW LEADER FOR PET NUTRITION CANADA

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Tuesday, November 22, 2022

BOLTON, ON, Nov. 22, 2022 /CNW/ - Today Mars Petcare, a global leader in veterinary health, pet nutrition, innovation and technology, announced Daniel Calderoni as the General Manager for its Pet Nutrition business in Canada.

Key Points: 
  • BOLTON, ON, Nov. 22, 2022 /CNW/ - Today Mars Petcare, a global leader in veterinary health, pet nutrition, innovation and technology, announced Daniel Calderoni as the General Manager for its Pet Nutrition business in Canada.
  • Calderoni will help drive forward an exciting pipeline of innovation, as well as inspire the current and future generation of top talent at Mars Pet Nutrition in Canada.
  • He was previously Vice President of Emerging Markets for Mars Pet Nutrition and formally assumed responsibility as General Managerthis month.
  • The Mars Pet Nutrition portfolio in Canada including brands like PEDIGREE , WHISKAS and CESAR serves over 9 million pet owning households.

MARS PETCARE APPOINTS NEW NORTH AMERICA REGIONAL PRESIDENT FOR PET NUTRITION BUSINESS

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Thursday, November 17, 2022

FRANKLIN, Tenn., Nov. 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today Mars Petcare, a global leader in veterinary health, pet nutrition, innovation and technology, announced Alanna McDonald as the Regional President for its Mars Pet Nutrition division in North America.

Key Points: 
  • FRANKLIN, Tenn., Nov. 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today Mars Petcare, a global leader in veterinary health, pet nutrition, innovation and technology, announced Alanna McDonald as the Regional President for its Mars Pet Nutrition division in North America.
  • Prior to her appointment at Mars Pet Nutrition North America, the largest market for the Pet Nutrition business, McDonaldspent the last seven years in general management roles building and growing iconic beauty brands in the U.S. and Canada.
  • She will be responsible for the full Mars Pet Nutrition North America portfolio, including beloved brands like PEDIGREE , IAMS and CESAR .
  • McDonald will build on the strengthened foundation thatIkdeep Singh and 3,600 North America Pet Nutrition Associates have built over the past two years.

Mars Celebrates The Holidays With M&M'S®, Offering Sweet Personalized Gifts For Everyone On Your List

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Tuesday, November 1, 2022

NEWARK, N.J., Nov. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, M&M'S®, proudly part of Mars, unveiled its 2022 Holiday Gift Guide. Available exclusively on MMS.com, the annual gift guide features an array of personalized gifting options that are festive, fun and full of flavor. Gift givers can easily and thoughtfully customize M&M'S holiday offerings by choosing from over 20 unique M&M'S lentil colors, and including fun, festive messages, various images or even a custom photo on the chocolate candies.

Key Points: 
  • Available exclusively on MMS.com, the annual gift guide features an array of personalized gifting options that are festive, fun and full of flavor.
  • "Mars always inspires moments of everyday happiness, and what better way to spread holiday cheer than with personalized gifts from M&M'S to show someone you care," said Jarid Lukin, Global Sr. Director, M&M'S Digital.
  • "Whether you're celebrating family, friends or co-workers this holiday season, our Holiday Gift Guide on MMS.com has a colorful gift for everyone on your list."
  • Merry Christmas Gift Box: Requiring no wrapping, this gift is ready-to-go and gives recipients a sweet look into what's inside!

Mars appoints Dr. Abigail Stevenson Chief Science Officer

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Wednesday, October 12, 2022

LONDON, Oct. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Mars, Incorporated is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Abigail Stevenson as Chief Science Officer (CSO).

Key Points: 
  • LONDON, Oct. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Mars, Incorporated is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Abigail Stevenson as Chief Science Officer (CSO).
  • In her new role, Dr. Stevenson will champion Mars' involvement in global, cutting-edge science discovery.
  • She will drive external partnerships with academia, non-governmental organizations and peers; help build the pipeline of leading science and technology talent at Mars; and provide leadership of the Mars Science Leadership Team, reporting to Nici Bush, Vice President of Science and Technology for Mars.
  • For more than a century, the Mars business has been deeply rooted in science.

Mars appoints Dr. Abigail Stevenson Chief Science Officer

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Wednesday, October 12, 2022

LONDON, Oct. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Mars, Incorporated is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Abigail Stevenson as Chief Science Officer (CSO).

Key Points: 
  • LONDON, Oct. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Mars, Incorporated is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Abigail Stevenson as Chief Science Officer (CSO).
  • In her new role, Dr. Stevenson will champion Mars' involvement in global, cutting-edge science discovery.
  • She will drive external partnerships with academia, non-governmental organizations and peers; help build the pipeline of leading science and technology talent at Mars; and provide leadership of the Mars Science Leadership Team, reporting to Nici Bush, Vice President of Science and Technology for Mars.
  • For more than a century, the Mars business has been deeply rooted in science.

Accenture Collaborates with Mars to Develop “Factory of the Future” Using AI, Cloud, Edge and Digital Twins

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Tuesday, October 4, 2022

(Photo: Business Wire)

Key Points: 
  • (Photo: Business Wire)
    Accenture and Mars have been trialing digital twins for Mars manufacturing operations since late 2020.
  • Applied to its manufacturing plants, digital twins will enable Mars to simulate and validate the results of product and factory adjustments before allocating time and resources in the physical space.
  • The digital twin gave Mars a birds-eye view of the production lines at one of its factories in Illinois.
  • Under the new agreement, Accenture and Mars will work together to apply digital twin technology and models to the companys manufacturing facilities globally.

Mars Wrigley Advances Cocoa Sustainability with Progress on Women's Empowerment and Protecting Forests

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Thursday, September 22, 2022

Andrew Clarke, Mars Wrigley Global President: "Too many cocoa farmers continue to face a series of challenges from poverty to child labor and deforestation.

Key Points: 
  • Andrew Clarke, Mars Wrigley Global President: "Too many cocoa farmers continue to face a series of challenges from poverty to child labor and deforestation.
  • Amber Johnson, Vice-President Mars Wrigley Cocoa: "We can't do this work alone.
  • Enabled by its Cocoa for Generations strategy, Mars Wrigley is strongly committed to accelerating the transformation of the cocoa supply chain.
  • Mars Wrigley's progress against the goals laid out in the Cocoa for Generations strategy include two notable milestones:
    Unlocking opportunities for women.

Mars And Lil Nas X Debut M&M'S® Pack Collaboration

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Thursday, September 22, 2022

NEWARK, N.J., Sept. 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- M&M'S®, proudly part of Mars, announced the next phase of its partnership with music megastar and cultural trailblazer, Lil Nas X. Mars and Lil Nas X will unveil limited-edition M&M'S Packs inspired by their shared mission to bring people together through colorful fun and music.

Key Points: 
  • We are thrilled to partner with Lil Nas X to support the power of the arts and create a positive societal impact in our society."
  • "Growing up I would have never thought my face would be on M&M'S but here we are, and it's amazing," said Lil Nas X.
  • The Lil Nas X and M&M'S pack collaboration will specifically benefit the country's largest annual public arts project, the Sing For Hope Pianos, which arranges artist-designed pianos in public spaces to encourage connections through impromptu music-making.
  • The M&M'S x Lil Nas X inspired Sing for Hope Piano will make an appearance at Radio City Music Hall on September 21 as part of the singer's Long Live Montero Tour.

SNICKERS™ Seasoning Blend Launches Nationwide

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Monday, August 1, 2022

PARSIPPANY, N.J., Aug. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- B&G Foods revealed today SNICKERS™ Shakers Seasoning Blend, the first official seasoning blend to perfectly capture the chocolatey, luscious caramel, and peanut flavor profile of the beloved classic SNICKERS® bar. The release of SNICKERS™ Shakers Seasoning Blend comes on the heels of B&G Foods' successful seasoning category partnership with Mars for TWIX™ Shakers Seasoning Blend (2021). The new SNICKERS-inspired seasoning is rolling onto shelves nationwide this month.

Key Points: 
  • PARSIPPANY, N.J., Aug. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- B&G Foods revealed today SNICKERS Shakers Seasoning Blend, the first official seasoning blend to perfectly capture the chocolatey, luscious caramel, and peanut flavor profile of the beloved classic SNICKERS bar.
  • The release of SNICKERS Shakers Seasoning Blend comes on the heels of B&G Foods' successful seasoning category partnership with Mars for TWIX Shakers Seasoning Blend (2021).
  • "With the introduction of SNICKERS Shakers Seasoning Blend, everyone can now shake the SNICKERS taste they love onto their favorite snacks and treats."
  • SNICKERS Shakers Seasoning Blend combines the classic chocolate bar's delicious blend of chocolate, peanut, and caramel flavors to recreate the mouth-watering taste of a SNICKERS bar.