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Heineken names JDE Peet’s chief new CEO
Heineken has lined up Rafael Oliveira, the head of Dutch coffee group JDE Peet’s, as its new CEO.
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“Growth will come back in a couple of years” – Lofted Spirits CEO optimistic on prospects for American whiskey
Just Drinks speaks to Lofted Spirits' CEO Mark Erwin about how it is adapting in a tough trading environment and his upbeat prospects for American whiskey.
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UK lines up new sourcing rules to “tackle deforestation”
UK companies are set to face new rules to ensure their sourcing practices do not contribute to “illegal deforestation”.
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Coca-Cola to shut facility in US
The site in Massachusetts produces non-carbonated drinks including teas and juices and employs 175 people.
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Judge throws out US bid to ban use of SNAP benefits on ‘junk food’
A judge has thrown out the US government’s bid to prevent SNAP benefits from being used to buy soft drinks and confectionery.
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Danone strikes Asia-Pacific deal one-two
Danone has announced two transactions the company said will expand its presence in Asia-Pacific's "fast-growing, healthy nutrition space".
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Ardgowan Distillery “far stronger” after new investment
Ardgowan Distillery Company has brought in more than £18m ($23.8m) in fresh funding to bolster its balance sheet and support its growth plans.
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Ocean Spray names Nestlé executive new CEO
Ocean Spray Cranberries has appointed Nestlé executive Abigail Buckwalter as its new president and CEO.
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Rémy Cointreau cuts eaux-de-vie purchases for Cognac
Rémy Cointreau is buying less eaux-de-vie for its Cognac amid the ongoing pressure on sales in the country.
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Spain’s MaserGrup eyes M&A amid sales push
Spain-based MaserGrup is on the look-out for acquisitions as the food-and-drinks business aims to double sales within four years.
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Belgium beer exports fall again
Belgium exported less beer in 2025, with sales falling inside and outside the EU.
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Olvi seals deal for Värska Originaal after hold-up
Olvi has acquired Estonian mineral water producer Värska Originaal after a court lifted a legal injunction that had put the deal on hold.
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Court dismisses contractor bid to block Diageo’s EABL sale
A court has rejected another bid from contracting firm Jilk Contruction to block Diageo's sale of its stake in East African Breweries.
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Lactalis’ challenge to Nutri-Score to go before top EU court
Lactalis has confirmed the French Council of State has referred the dairy giant’s challenge to Nutri-Score to the EU’s top court.
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USDA urged to help California wineries amid Pierce’s Disease fears
USDA urged to help California wineries amid Pierce's Disease fears