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Innocent Drinks launches high-veg smoothies
Innocent Drinks has unveiled a new line of high-vegetable smoothies aimed at meeting the growing consumer demand for nutritious, low-sugar options.
Elliott Management takes $4bn stake in PepsiCo, urges strategic overhaul
In a bold move signalling potential upheaval within PepsiCo, Elliott Management has disclosed a substantial $4 billion investment in the beverage and snack giant.
World Beverage Innovation Awards 2025: Shortlist announcement
FoodBev is pleased to announce the highly anticipated shortlist for the prestigious World Beverage Innovation Awards 2025!
Sidel opens Aseptic Training Center in Atlanta
In a move to meet the growing demand for specialised aseptic processing skills in the Americas, Sidel has inaugurated a dedicated Aseptic Training Center in Atlanta.
Kombucha Brewers International launches first verified seal to enhance product integrity
Kombucha Brewers International (KBI) has unveiled the KBI Verified Seal, the first official certification for retail kombucha products.
Taaleri Bioindustry invests €10m in dairy alternatives manufacturer Finnish Food Factory
Taaleri Bioindustry – a bioeconomy growth investor under the Finnish Taaleri Group investment firm – has injected €10 million into plant-based dairy alternative manufacturer Finnish Food Factory.
Monin unveils new range for low- and no-sugar beverages in India
Flavour solutions company Monin has unveiled its latest product line, Pure, aimed at the burgeoning market for low- and no-sugar beverages in India.
Marc Busain to depart Heineken for CEO role at Lipton Teas and Infusions
Marc Busain, president of the Americas for Heineken, will step down effective 1 October 2025, to assume the role of chief executive officer at Lipton Teas and Infusions.
PepsiCo boosts stake in Celsius with $585m deal
Celsius Holdings has deepened its partnership with PepsiCo in a deal that will see the functional energy drink maker take on a wider portfolio and a more prominent strategic role in the US market.
Signode unveils Octopus Prestige Stretch Wrapper for beverage packaging
Signode, a manufacturer of transit packaging solutions, has launched the Octopus Prestige Stretch Wrapper, designed specifically for the high-speed demands of beverage production lines.
818 Tequila expands portfolio with new miniatures, strategic investment and CEO
818 Tequila has launched its new product line, 818 Minis, alongside a strategic investment from Grupo Solave, one of Mexico’s largest family-owned agave producers.
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