Mars, the American confectionery firm, will invest €1 billion in Europe by 2026 to enhance manufacturing and innovation across its 24 factories in 10 EU countries. This follows a previous €1.5 billion investment. The funding aims to modernize facilities, improve efficiency, and support sustainability efforts amid an antitrust probe regarding its acquisition of Kellanova. Key projects include enhancing a chocolate factory in Poland and modernizing sites in France, with a focus on renewable energy and reducing emissions. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)