Archives for April 25, 2006

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S&N hands distribution arm to joint venture

By  Chris Mercer

Britain's biggest brewer, Scottish & Newcastle, has spun off its distribution arm into a new joint venture firm, as it looks to lose rising costs and focus on building brands.

'No evidence' that coffee drinking harms heart

By  Stephen Daniells

Long-term heavy coffee drinking does not increase the risk of coronary heart disease (CHD) say Harvard researchers, results that also have positive implications for the stimulant drink industry.

Can plant targets Vietnam drinks growth

By  Dominique Patton

Asia Packaging Industries has broken ground on a US$39 million can factory in southern Vietnam, which is designed to meet rising demand for packaged beverages in the market.

Gadot comes up with calcium for milk replacements

By  Jess Halliday

Gadot Biochemical Industries has developed a new calcium citrate compound that could help formulators overcome fortification issues with soy milk, fluid milk, smoothie, infant formula, and other milk replacement products.