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Coca-Cola, PepsiCo and Nestlé among top plastic polluters, report finds
A study published by peer-reviewed journal Science Advances pinpointed some of the major brands responsible for plastic pollution across six continents.
Coca-Cola enters $1.1bn strategic partnership with Microsoft
Microsoft and The Coca-Cola Company have entered a five-year strategic partnership to align Coca-Cola's core technology strategy systemwide.
World Beverage Innovation Awards 2024: Entries open
As the beverage industry continues to fizz with creativity and innovation, the World Beverage Innovation Awards have returned for their 22nd year.
PepsiCo to invest $400m in two new plants in Vietnam – Reuters
PepsiCo is set to invest $400m in Vietnam to build two new plants fuelled by renewable energy, according to Reuters.
BZZD Energy adds pink lemonade flavour to portfolio
BZZD Energy has expanded its portfolio with the addition of a pink lemonade flavour.
Bubly to launch new sweetened sparkling water
PepsiCo's Bubly water brand is set to add a new sweetened sparkling beverage to its portfolio, Bubly Burst.
Labatt Breweries and PepsiCo partner on alcoholic 7Up RTD in Canada
Labatt Breweries, AB InBev’s Canadian subsidiary, and PepsiCo have teamed up to launch an alcoholic version of 7Up in Canada.
Nestlé to exit dairy and juice sectors in Ecuador
Nestlé plans to exit the dairy industry in Ecuador through an agreement with Gloria Foods for an undisclosed amount.
Cawston Press debuts Sparkling Cloudy Lemonade
Cawston Press has announced the expansion of its portfolio of sparkling fruit drinks with its new Sparkling Cloudy Lemonade flavour.
Coca-Cola celebrates K-Pop culture with new limited-edition flavour
Coca-Cola has introduced a new limited-edition flavour as part of its Creations lineup: Coca‑Cola K-Wave Zero Sugar.
Coca-Cola HBC Northern Ireland to acquire BDS Vending Solutions
Coca-Cola HBC Northern Ireland has reached an agreement to acquire 100% of BDS Vending Solutions for an undisclosed amount.
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