A-B wins latest Budweiser battle
In a major U-turn, the New Zealand Appeals Court has reversed a decision allowing Czech firm Budejovicky Budvar to sell its beer under the Budweiser name - another victory for Anheuser-Busch and its Budweiser brand.
Archives for September 19, 2002
Artificial sweeteners get healthy boost
Artificial sweeteners are less likely to lead to weight gain in overweight people than consumption of foods containing sucrose, according to research from the US published this week. With rates of obesity increasing worldwide, the research offers some...
Pernod Ricard sells Agros unit to focus on drinks
With the sale of the Agros Fortuna fruit juice and canned food business, Pernod Ricard's Polish business is now 100 per cent focused on drinks - which was the reason why Agros was acquired in the first place.
James Bond to drink Finlandia…and 7 UP
The world's greatest secret agent James Bond, whose latest film premieres in November, is being used to promote sales of both Finlandia vodka and 7 UP soft drinks - though not necessarily together.
HBC to list shares on NYSE
The world's second largest Coca-Cola bottler is to list 5 per cent of its shares on the New York Stock Exchange, adding to existing listings in Athens, London and Australia.
Vendange Wine gets new packaging
Vendange Wine Cellars, the Californian wine producer, has revealed new packaging for its varietal table wines, which it is making available in 750 ml and 1.5 litre sizes.