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Nestlé has published new clinical research indicating that certain NAD+ precursors can boost cellular energy levels and influence gut microbiome activity.

The ingredient is positioned as a clean-tasting isolate that enables formulators to avoid flavour masking systems or processing aids

Primo Brands has energised a 13-megawatt DC on-site solar project at its Poland Spring bottling facility in Hollis, Maine, in partnership with Onyx Renewables and PowerFlex.

Sanpellegrino is entering the fast-growing functional soda segment with a new line positioned around low calories, zero added sugar and added micronutrients.

Earlier this year, the UK introduced new advertising restrictions, expanding earlier rules to cover a wider range of products. Guy Cartwright explores how this will impact F&B.

Coca-Cola Canada Bottling has announced a CAD 141 million (approx. $102.9 million) investment to expand its manufacturing and distribution facility in Brampton, Ontario.

Soufflet Malt has today announced plans to build a tech-driven, AI-integrated malting facility in South Rajasthan, India, as part of an INR 1,200 crore (approx. €100 million) investment.

Pip Organic has expanded its market-first, school-compliant kids’ fizzy drinks range with the launch of Apple Cherry Fizz.

Keurig Dr Pepper has introduced more than 35 beverage varieties for 2026 across its carbonated soft drinks, teas, waters, energy and juice drink portfolios, alongside several returning and seasonal offerings.

Just Ice Tea has raised $9 million in Series B financing to accelerate national retail growth and product innovation, including the launch of Watermelon Lime White Tea and Peach White Tea.

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

Nichols is set to inject fresh energy into the soft drinks fixture this spring with the launch of Vimto Fans’ Edition.