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The latest news, trends, analysis, interviews and podcasts from the global food and beverage industry
Jennifer Mann to step down as Coca-Cola North America president
The Coca-Cola Company has announced that Jennifer Mann will step down as executive vice president and president of its North America Operating Unit.
Jun 29
Tango adds Strawberry variant to core soft drinks portfolio
Tango is expanding its permanent soft drinks range with the launch of Tango Strawberry, as the brand looks to capitalise on growing consumer demand for strawberry-flavoured carbonates.
Jun 23
Six Continents Index ranks Europe highest in global energy drink assessment
Six Continents Index has released what it describes as the first global comparative assessment of energy drinks across all six inhabited continents.
Jun 22
Gorgie adds Rocket Pop Protein flavour to energy drink range
US energy drink brand Gorgie has launched Rocket Pop Protein, a new summer-inspired flavour designed to evoke the taste of the classic red, white and blue ice lolly.
Jun 18
JAB completes exit from Keurig Dr Pepper with sale of remaining 4.3% stake
JAB BevCo, a subsidiary of investment firm JAB Holding Company, has sold its remaining 4.3% stake in Keurig Dr Pepper.
Jun 12
I.T.S introduces natural flavours for creamy RTD beverages
I.T.S has introduced a new range of natural flavour solutions to support the development of creamy-flavoured and dessert-inspired cold beverages, such as cream sodas.
Jun 9
Ryl Tea secures $20m Series C as ‘modern tea’ category gains momentum
The Ryl Company, maker of the rapidly growing ready-to-drink iced tea brand Ryl Tea, has closed a $20 million Series C financing round.
Jun 4
Vybey targets functional soft drinks market with collagen and energy beverage launch
Vybey has entered the growing functional soft drinks category with the launch of Collagen + Energy.
Jun 3
Trip expands functional drinks portfolio with launch of Tropical Mango calming beverage
Trip has introduced Tropical Mango, a new lightly sparkling drink formulated with magnesium and adaptogens.
Jun 2
Coca-Cola explores 2027 listing of Indian bottling business
The Coca-Cola Company has announced plans to explore a potential public listing of Hindustan Coca-Cola Holdings (HCCH), the parent company of its largest bottling operation in India, in 2027.
Jun 2
Celebrating innovation: Fibre UP's health and wellness win
Fibre UP Soft Drinks was awarded the title of Best Health & Wellness Innovation 2025, at the prestigious World Beverage Innovation Awards. Here, Paul McCreery, the founder of Fibre UP, shares his thoughts on the significance of this achievement for both him personally and for the company as a whole.
May 29
Beyond thirst: Key takeaways from the UK Soft Drinks Conference 2026
The 26th annual UK Soft Drinks Conference took place on 12 May 2026 in London. From circular economy efforts to premium functional beverage opportunities, we delve into the highlights.
May 25
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