Archives for February 15, 2005

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EBRD invests in Uzbek brewer

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development will encourage Uzbekistan to implement economic reforms by pledging nearly €3 million to improve quality and double capacity at a private domestic brewer, reports Chris Mercer.

InBev concedes defeat in battle for Slovenian Union

InBev has spread rapidly beyond the borders of its native Belgium in the last few years, with major acquisitions in Asia, Latin America and Europe. But the world's biggest brewer is not always successful in its takeover bids, as the recent David vs....

Eastern Europe bolsters CCHBC in 2004

Non-carbonated soft drinks in emerging Eastern European markets, especially Russia, held up sales growth during a challenging period for the Coca-Cola Hellenic Bottling Company (CCHBC), despite a €49 million one-off charge sending profits tumbling,...