Chicago county repeals soda tax two months after its introduction October 13, 2017 Government officials in Cook County, US, have voted to repeal a tax on sugary soft drinks, two months after it was introduced. Read more
Irish Beverage Council calls for soft drinks tax to be deferred September 05, 2017 A group representing the Irish soft drinks sector has called on the country’s government to delay the introduction of a sugary drinks tax. Read more
Coca-Cola, Nestlé and PepsiCo to cap sugar in Singapore drinks August 23, 2017 Seven companies have committed to a maximum sugar content of 12% in their drinks sold in Singapore by 2020. Read more
UAE to start taxing fizzy drinks at 50% and energy drinks at 100% May 24, 2017 The UAE will impose a 50% tax on carbonated soft drinks and a 100% tax on energy drinks, as part of new fiscal measures. Read more
Reaction: How did the industry respond to tax-heavy budget? March 09, 2017 FoodBev has compiled the thoughts of some of the industry's leading thinkers on the UK chancellor's budget statement. Read more
European soft drinks industry to accelerate sugar reduction plans February 07, 2017 The European soft drinks industry has committed to reducing added sugars in its products by a further 10% by 2020. Read more
Global sugar production to record deficit for second year in a row January 31, 2017 Global production of sugar is expected to fall short of demand for a second year in a row, despite a rebound in prices, research suggests. Read more
British flavour specialist develops ‘unprecedented’ sugar substitute January 30, 2017 Omega Ingredients has launched a 'modern' natural sweetener, which cuts sugar levels by 50% while retaining mouthfeel. Read more
France moves to ban unlimited refills of sugary soft drinks January 27, 2017 The government of France has banned unlimited refills of sugary drinks in a bid to combat rising levels of obesity. Read more
Sugar awareness ‘limited’ despite attempts to cut back – Cargill December 14, 2016 Awareness of sweeteners is 'limited' among consumers, who are generally cutting back on their intake, according to a new survey. Read more