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Greek brewer Macedonian Thrace Brewery (MTB) will likely be paid at least €43 million in damages by Heineken, following the latest ruling in a case centring around anti-competitive practices.

Sidel has introduced Swing Evo, a new tunnel pasteuriser designed to improve energy and water efficiency in beverage production.

A new era for Sambuca is underway with the UK debut of Cimbroni, positioned as the first true luxury Sambuca to enter the domestic drinks market.

Tilray Brands has acquired certain assets of BrewDog’s global platform, including the brand and related IP, UK brewing operations and 11 brewpubs in the UK and Ireland, for £33 million.

Scottish craft beer company BrewDog has closed all of its bars for the day today (2 March 2026), with an announcement regarding the sale of the business expected early this week.

William Grant & Sons’ Hendrick’s Gin is launching a new permanent addition to its premium gin range, marking the brand’s first line extension since 2017.

Heineken has appointed Romain Apert as its new chief digital and technology officer (CDTO) and member of the executive team, effective 15 May 2026.

US-based Tilray Brands has entered into a exclusive brewing and licensing agreement with Danish brewer Carlsberg, starting 1 January 2027.

Hive Mind has launched a dark cherry variant, signalling a renewed push to bring the honey-fermented beverage back into the spotlight for younger drinkers.

Constellation Brands has appointed Nicholas Fink as president and chief executive officer, effective 13 April 2026.

Heineken USA is broadening its non-alcoholic beer portfolio with the launch of Heineken 0.0 Cold Pressed Lime and Nectarine Juniper.

Heineken will cut roughly 7% of its global workforce as Europe’s second-largest brewer moves to protect margins amid continued weakness in beer demand.