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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.

Yerba Madre, a US-based yerba mate brand, is rolling out a range of new flavours and formats in 2026, including sparkling, ready-to-drink and convenience-exclusive options.

Discover how Exberry plant-based colors help brands switch from artificial dyes, meet clean-label demands, and deliver vibrant, stable products.

Maison Perrier is expanding its US sparkling water portfolio with French Kiss, its first sweetened sparkling water featuring prebiotics and real fruit juice.

Refresco, the global independent beverage solutions provider, has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire SunOpta in an all-cash transaction valued at $6.50 per share.

Citri-Fi Pro, is positioned as a natural emulsification and stabilisation solution that can replace up to 75% of acacia gum or modified food starch in beverage formulations.

Willie’s Remedy+ has raised $15m in a funding round to support a US retail rollout, as THC-infused drinks gain traction with mainstream consumers.

UK natural energy drink brand Tenzing is expanding beyond caffeine-led propositions with the launch of a new functional sub-range, Natural Energy+.

German dosing and water treatment specialist ProMinent has launched a new single-channel controller aimed at simplifying water quality management.

Just as people have identities that tell their story – who they are and where they come from – products, too, are entering an era where their identity becomes fully transparent and digitally accessible.

Ready-to-drink alcohol brand Mom Water is expanding beyond fruit-infused vodka waters with the launch of its first Iced Tea + Vodka line.

UPFs are facing mounting calls for tighter regulation akin to tobacco, as new academic research and consumer data point to growing concern over their health impacts.