PepsiCo signs Burger King supply deal in China
PepsiCo has signed a deal that confirms it as the strategic beverage supplier for all Burger King’s (BK’s) restaurants across China, via franchise bottler Pepsi Beverage Business (PBB).
Archives for January 14, 2013
PPEC succeeds in rule change bid for judging of package performance
The Paper Packaging industry’s Environmental Council (PPEC) of Canada has successfully lobbied to change shipping rules for wine and liquor boxes as it claims the current test discourages the use of recycled board.
Ardagh makes $1.7bn offer for Verailla North America
Ardagh Group has made an offer of US$1.7bn to buy Verailla North America (VNA) from Saint-Gobain.
Big interview: Eric Schnell, founder MetaBrand; co-founder I AM Enlightened nutrition, Healthy beverage Co (Steaz teas)
Shot in the arm: The secret to success in shots... without going head to head with 5-Hour Energy…
Want to get a slice of the action in the shots category? Build a brand with a compelling story or ‘mission’, and formulate a product that delivers a discernible effect on consumers in 20-30 minutes, or you’re wasting your time, beverages and shots guru...
Virun secures ‘significant’ equity stakes in beverage brands
The CEO of Californian biotech company Virun has revealed to BeverageDaily.com that his firm has sealed two novel equity deals that involve it taking significant equity stakes in beverage brands, in exchange for access to its patented ingredient delivery...
NESTLE POISED FOR CONTINUED CHINESE COFFEE DOMINANCE: ANALYST
China wakes up, smells Nestlé’s ‘unique’ coffee flavor
Nestlé’s ‘smart investment’ in Chinese whole bean coffee is likely to consolidate its market-leading position within the category there, as it stands poised to release a local product, according to a top beverage analyst.
Coffee leaf may produce ‘healthy’ tea and other functional products
Tea brewed from the fruit and leaves of coffee plants could be a healthier option than either tea of coffee alone, according to new research.
Affordability offers emerging market potential for PET
Polyethylene terephthalate (PET) has big growth prospects if manufacturers build on its potential to deliver affordability for consumers, especially in emerging markets.