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ZDS is a specialized educational institution for the confectionery and food industries that combines a vocational school, academy and industry network. The organization provides dual vocational training for confectionery technologists, food technology specialists and related technical professions. It offers continuing education programs such as
state-certified technicians and industry master preparation courses focused on food and confectionery technology. ZDS also develops and runs practice-oriented seminars, workshops and web-based courses on topics ranging from sugar confectionery, chocolate and baked goods to ice cream, process technology and digital tools. In addition, it organizes international congresses and technical events like CHOCOTEC, InterPraline, InterIce and BarTech Europe that address trends, regulations and production technologies. Through its member services and events, ZDS supports knowledge transfer, networking and professional development across the confectionery value chain.
