Archives for September 15, 2015

DISPATCHES FROM IDFA INTERNATIONAL DAIRY SHOW

5 things we learned about appealing to ‘healthy beverage shoppers’

Appealing to health-focused shoppers isn’t always easy. Linda Gilbert, the founder and CEO of EcoFocus Worldwide, LLC, had some tips to make it easier for the beverage and dairy industries.

AB InBev confirms it has approached SABMiller, exploring mega-brewer tie-up

AB InBev has this morning confirmed it has approached SABMiller regarding a combination of the two companies, which could create an estimated $275bn mega-brewer.

ECMA Congress 2015, Bucharest, Romania

‘What is the attraction for investors in carton packaging companies?’

The carton industry is fragmented and there is a high probability it will evolve through acquisition, according to Nick Mockett, head of Packaging M&A, Moorgate Capital.

Craft beer: IRI eyes up new consumers and new consumption occasions

Craft beer continues to be “one of the true success stories in the beverage alcohol industry,” according to IRI - but with myriad offers what should brands do to stand out?