Archives for December 11, 2007

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Producers need to 're-think' responsible drinking ads

By  Neil Merrett

Drinks groups may stepping up their efforts to promote responsible alcohol consumption, but some of their latest advertising campaigns have been labelled as "catastrophically misconceived", according to new research.

Carlsberg stands by S&N offer

By  Neil Merrett

Carlsberg and Heineken will stand by a rejected joint-offer made last month for British-based rival Scottish and Newcastle (S&N), despite recent research suggesting that an improved bid would likely be accepted by shareholders.

US gives kick to global energy drink sales

By  Neil Merrett

US consumers drank 990m litres of energy drinks during 2006, a 47 per cent increase over the previous year, making the country the largest global market for the product.