What the World Beverage Innovation Awards 2019 judges are looking for
With one month to go before the early bird deadline, we asked the judging panel for this year’s World Beverage Innovation Awards what they are hoping to see from entrants. The post What the World...
View ArticleDanone records sales growth in all units during second quarter
Danone posted a 2.5% increase in like-for-like sales in the second quarter as it was boosted by the performance of its baby food products in China. The post Danone records sales growth in all units...
View ArticleWhat the World Beverage Innovation Awards judges are looking for: part two
With the early bird deadline approaching, we asked the judging panel for this year’s World Beverage Innovation Awards what they are hoping to see from entrants. The post What the World Beverage...
View ArticleNatural Hemp Company debuts Day One CBD Sparkling Water
CBD product manufacturer Natural Hemp Company has launched its first brand, Day One CBD Sparkling Water. The post Natural Hemp Company debuts Day One CBD Sparkling Water appeared first on FoodBev Media.
View ArticleOffice Watercoolers acquires Waterflo and Brightwater
Office Watercoolers has acquired water cooler businesses Waterflo and Brightwater, adding to the series of purchases the company has made over the last 18 months. The post Office Watercoolers acquires...
View ArticleWaterlogic continues expansion efforts by acquiring Pure Services
Waterlogic has made another acquisition as part of its 'buy and build strategy', as the company has purchased Belgian cooler business Pure Services. The post Waterlogic continues expansion efforts by...
View ArticleCoca-Cola to launch Dasani water in aluminium cans and bottles
The Coca-Cola Company has announced plans to sell its Dasani water brand in aluminium packaging as part of efforts to reduce plastic waste. The post Coca-Cola to launch Dasani water in aluminium cans...
View ArticleIcelandic Glacial secures $66m in funding, looks to expand in US
Spring water brand Icelandic Glacial has raised $66m in financing, including $35m in funding from BlackRock's US private credit team. The post Icelandic Glacial secures $66m in funding, looks to expand...
View ArticleBottled water coolers to be removed from Glasgow hospitals
Bottled water coolers will be removed from hospitals across Glasgow, UK, following new infection guidance from Health Facilities Scotland. The post Bottled water coolers to be removed from Glasgow...
View ArticleWHO demands more research into microplastics and reduction in plastic pollution
On 22 August The World Health Organization (WHO) requested further research into microplastics and their potential effects on human health, while also appealing to reduce plastic pollution. The post...
View ArticleThe Alkaline Water Company acquires AQUAhydrate
The Alkaline Water Company has agreed to acquire premium water brand AQUAhydrate, claiming that the move will significantly strengthen its position in the growing bottled water category. The post The...
View ArticleLifeFuels launches ‘world’s first’ smart nutrition bottle
Beverage tech firm LifeFuels has launched what it claims is the ‘world’s first’ smart nutrition bottle, which combines with an app to track both hydration and nutrition. The post LifeFuels launches...
View ArticleCoca-Cola HBC acquires Lurisia to expand authentic Italian portfolio
Coca-Cola HBC (Hellenic Bottling Company) Italia has agreed to acquire Italian water and sparkling beverages company, Lurisia in a deal worth €88m. The post Coca-Cola HBC acquires Lurisia to expand...
View ArticleBWCA and EDWCA agree to form combined association
Members of the BWCA and the EDWCA have voted to form a new, combined trade association called the WHA to replace the two existing associations. The post BWCA and EDWCA agree to form combined...
View ArticleUS water dispenser market nears 8m installed units – report
The US water dispenser market grew to almost 8 million installed units by the end of 2018, according to a new report released by market research firm Zenith Global. The post US water dispenser market...
View ArticleNestlé to overhaul waters unit, distribute $20.1bn to investors
Nestlé plans to distribute up to CHF 20bn ($20.1bn) to shareholders from 2020 to 2022 and has announced changes to its waters unit. The post Nestlé to overhaul waters unit, distribute $20.1bn to...
View ArticleFiji Water commits to 100% recycled plastic by 2025
US bottled water brand Fiji Water has launched a multifaceted, sustainability initiative to promote a circular economy, with a focus on making all plastic bottles from 100% recycled plastic by 2025....
View ArticleMolson Coors-Hexo JV to launch six cannabis beverage brands
Truss Beverage Co, a joint venture between Molson Coors Canada and cannabis producer Hexo, has announced plans to launch six cannabis beverage brands. The post Molson Coors-Hexo JV to launch six...
View ArticleClearly Drinks purchases water brand Revolution Waves
UK beverage manufacturer Clearly Drinks has acquired flavoured water brand Revolution Waves for an undisclosed sum, with the aim of expanding its water portfolio. The post Clearly Drinks purchases...
View ArticleInterview: Watercoolers Europe celebrates another year of growth
Watercoolers Europe chairman Michal Zys spoke with Refreshment's Martin White at the association's annual conference and trade show in Berlin last week. The post Interview: Watercoolers Europe...
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