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Coca-Cola appoints tech entrepreneur and PayPal co-founder to board of directors
Levchin brings a wealth of experience in tech and entrepreneurship, having co-founded Confinity, which later evolved into PayPal.
Liquid Death appoints Ricky Khetarpaul as CFO to Drive Growth in Beverage Sector
Liquid Death has announced the appointment of Ricky Khetarpaul as chief financial officer.
CSI launches Asepti-Lok 47 closure solution for aseptic beverage packaging
CSI has introduced the Asepti-Lok 47 38mm closure, designed to enhance the safety and efficiency of aseptically filled beverage packaging.
Starboard Value takes stake in Keurig Dr Pepper amid JDE Peet's acquisition
Activist investor Starboard Value has taken a stake in KDP, coinciding with its announcement of plans to acquire coffee maker JDE Peet's for approx. $18bn.
JDE Peet’s launches innovation laboratory to drive coffee product development
JDE Peet’s has unveiled a newly transformed innovation laboratory in Utrecht, the Netherlands, designed to accelerate the development of next-generation coffee products.
PepsiCo’s new portfolio strategy aims to redefine protein boom
PepsiCo has revealed a new portfolio strategy for 2026, centered around multifunctional protein innovation across several brands.
Primal Kitchen's Morgan Zanotti launches Waay protein beverage brand
This line of protein-infused sparkling waters is scheduled to hit the shelves of Whole Foods this month, marking Zanotti's return to the grocery aisle.
Suntory Beverage & Food France to close La Courneuve facility
This decision is part of a broader plan that includes an investment of over €170 million by 2030 to adapt to market dynamics and address rising production costs.
Death Wish Coffee files trademark infringement suit against Liquid Death
Death Wish Coffee Co has initiated a trademark infringement lawsuit against Liquid Death, a brand known for its edgy marketing of canned water and beverages.
PepsiCo appoints Steve Schmitt as CFO, succeeding Jamie Caulfield
PepsiCo has announced today the appointment of Steve Schmitt as executive vice president and chief financial officer, effective November 10 2025.
Carlsberg Britvic invests £20m in Rugby factory expansion, creating 34 jobs
In a move to bolster production capabilities, Carlsberg Britvic has announced a £20 million investment in a new soft drinks canning line at its Rugby factory.
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