Roshen

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Roshen[edit | edit source]

Roshen is a Ukrainian confectionery manufacturing group, named after its founder, Petro Poroshenko. The corporation is a leading confectionery producer not only in Ukraine but also in Central and Eastern Europe.

History[edit | edit source]

Roshen was established in 1996 by Petro Poroshenko. The corporation has grown significantly since its inception, and it now includes several factories in Ukraine, Lithuania, Hungary, and Russia.

Products[edit | edit source]

Roshen produces a wide range of confectionery products, including chocolate and jelly sweets, caramel, toffee, chocolate bars, biscuits, wafers, sponge cakes, and marmalade. Some of the most popular products include Kyiv Vechirniy, Ladybird, and Bear Cubs.

Production Facilities[edit | edit source]

Roshen has several production facilities in different countries. The corporation's factories are located in Vinnytsia, Kremenchuk, Kyiv, and Mariupol in Ukraine; Klaipėda in Lithuania; Budapest in Hungary; and Lipetsk in Russia.

Social Responsibility[edit | edit source]

Roshen is known for its social responsibility initiatives. The corporation has implemented several projects aimed at improving the living conditions of its employees and the communities where its factories are located.

Controversies[edit | edit source]

Despite its success, Roshen has been involved in several controversies. These include allegations of tax evasion and the illegal use of trademarks.

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