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Free Soul has partnered with PerfectTed to launch two new functional beverage products: Matcha Protein and Matcha Collagen Latte. The new range combines PerfectTed’s matcha with Free Soul’s nutritional formulations, offering consumers a natural caffeine source alongside added protein or collagen. Matcha Protein contains 18g of complete protein, while Matcha Collagen Latte provides 2,500mg of collagen peptides. The launch comes amid growing demand for coffee alternatives and functional...

Capri Sun is expanding beyond its traditional juice pouch offering with the launch of Capri Sun Hydrate, a new electrolyte juice drink designed specifically for children.

Nestlé has announced plans to restructure parts of its French operations, with proposals that could result in the reduction of up to 180 positions across support functions and research and development activities.

UK start-up Drink Lomi has launched a range of single-serve matcha and vegan cold foam sachets, targeting growth in the premium at-home drinks segment.

Joshua Robinson, assistant director at NFU Energy, shares his thoughts on how the conflict in the Middle East is affecting the F&B sector here in the UK.

UK-based brand Plenish has added two new products to its functional shots portfolio, targeting digestive health and nutrient intake.

Anheuser-Busch has announced plans to invest $600 million in its US operations across 2025 and 2026, as part of its Brewing Futures initiative.

UK dairy-free brand The Coconut Collab has expanded its portfolio with the launch of Natural Kefir, designed for consumers prioritising their gut health.

Guru Organic Energy Corporation has initiated legal proceedings against The Pepsi Bottling Group in Canada, seeking around £10m in damages.

Plans by Harrogate Spring Water to expand its bottling facility have been blocked by the local council, marking a setback for the company’s proposed development.

Candy Can is expanding its novelty-led portfolio through a new licensing partnership with Perfetti Van Melle.

The Carlsberg Group has announced an expansion of its strategic partnership with PepsiCo, with a new agreement that will see the brewer become PepsiCo’s bottler in Denmark, Finland and the Baltic states from 1 January 2029.