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Blommer Chocolate To Close Iconic Chicago Factory Amid Plummeting Sales And Rising Costs – What’s Next In Store?

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Chicago, Illinois – Blommer Chocolate, a key player in the confectionery industry, will be permanently closing its original downtown Chicago factory after 85 years of operation. The decision comes as a result of a decline in sales, high maintenance costs, and operational challenges faced by the aging facility. The brick factory, situated at 600 W. Kinzie St., has been a staple in the Fulton River District, emanating a distinct aroma of chocolate that has become …

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Chicago’s Iconic Blommer Chocolate Co. Factory Closing, Cutting 250 Jobs – Major Shake-Up in North America’s Cocoa Industry

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Chicago, Illinois – Blommer Chocolate Co. announced on Friday that it will be shutting down its iconic factory located at 600 W. Kinzie St. in Chicago at the end of May. The closure comes as a result of the company facing escalating operational costs associated with its aging facility. This decision will result in the loss of 250 jobs, according to a company spokesperson. The Blommer Chocolate factory, established in 1939, has been known for …

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