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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.

Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) and Informa have formalised their strategic joint venture by establishing inD Events FZE

The CookStar First features a twin-zone spiral design with integrated booster impingement, enabling more uniform heat distribution across the conveyor belt.

Coca-Cola has confirmed it will retain full ownership of Costa Coffee, following months of speculation over a potential divestment of the UK-based café chain.

US dairy exporters are poised to gain greater access to Argentina following the recent signing of a reciprocal trade and investment agreement.

The new flavour offerings – Straw-Bae Shortcake, PB Blondie Bestie and Mocha Mood Pie – bring the total Sundaes portfolio to seven.

Smithfield Foods, the US pork and packaged meats giant, will close its dry sausage facility in Springfield, Massachusetts, in August 2026

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.