Diageo confirms job cut plans as it vows to nearly double Guinness production
British beverages powerhouse Diageo is set to almost double production of Guinness as part of its turnaround plan.
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Why Nestlé Waters chose joint venture over full exit
Nestlé’s decision to sell 50% of its Waters business to Platinum Equity ends months of speculation. But why opt for a joint venture and what does it mean for the future of Peranel?
Heineken profits beat expectations after 3,000 job cuts
Global brewing powerhouse Heineken has seen its H1 FY2026 profits beat forecasts, with a major restructuring programme helping to widen operating margins.
AG Barr’s H1 results hit by £10M black hole after inventory error
AG Barr has seen around £10 million wiped off its balance sheet due to a distribution error, denting what had been a positive start to the financial year.
Vimto manufacturer appoints new director
Soft drinks manufacturer Nichols has appointed Laura Padfield as an independent non-executive director.
Stress-relief drinks fuel next functional beverage boom
Stress-relief drinks are fast becoming one of the hottest categories in functional beverages, as consumers seek products that support relaxation, mood and emotional wellbeing
Damm UK takes stake in Dalston’s Soda Co
Damm UK has acquired a stake in London-based soft drinks company Dalston’s Soda Co as part of its strategy to diversify its beverage portfolio.
Coca-Cola outpaces rivals with strong Q2
Coca-Cola delivers strong Q2, posting growth across revenue, volume and profits
PHIZZ CEO: ‘We should embrace competitors. One brand doesn’t build a category’
PHIZZ backed healthy hydration long before the category entered the mainstream. In this latest episode of The Food Manufacture Podcast, CEO Daniel Cray reflects on a decade of building the business, scaling through challenging times, and why competition...
Coca-Cola’s Fairlife resumes operations after attack
Operations resume after Coca-Cola subsidiary Fairlife hit by ransomware attack
Oatly shifts to become a ‘full-on’ beverages company as revenues rise
Oatly, the Swedish oat milk company, is accelerating its transformation into a ‘full on’ beverage company by driven by its “Beverages Playbook” strategy.
Nestlé warned not to use Buxton sale to “attack workers”
Nestlé has been warned by Unite the Union not to use its sale of Buxton water to “attack workers”, following a private equity takeover.
Shandy Shack unveils brand refresh as fruit beer demand heats up
The SHS Drinks-owned brand has redesigned its packaging and aligned its range to 2.5% ABV as it looks to capitalise on growing demand for fruit beer and shandy, with new entrants including PepsiCo’s 7UP Pink Shandy.
Nestlé unveils €4.9bn drinks giant Peranel in portfolio shake-up
Nestlé announces new €4.9bn standalone water and premium beverages company, in partnership with Platinum Equity
UK soft drinks sector saw inflation-busting ‘record’ year in 2025
Every major soft drinks category saw growth in 2025, with a new report revealing record value for the sector.
Robot dog ‘Spot’ patrols Coca-Cola Europacific Partners UK factories
Coca-Cola Europacific Partners (CCEP) has introduced a robotic inspection dog to two UK sites to help detect maintenance issues and energy inefficiencies.
Sales boom in food and drink expected as England takes on Argentina in FIFA World Cup
Food and drink sales are expected to boom tonight as England takes on rivals Argentina in the FIFA World Cup for a place in the final.
Capri-Sun urgently recalls multi-packs over zero-sugar labelling error
Juice manufacturer Capri-Sun has recalled one of its 10-pack products because some zero-sugar batches were incorrectly labelled.
Trade group calls for new ‘alcohol-free’ beer definition
A leading trade association has called on the Government to reform its definition of alcohol-free following rising demand.
Vinca and Kingsland Drinks extend partnership
Vinca and Kingsland Drinks extend partnership to include aluminium wine bottles
World Cup drinks boom continues as England reach quarter-finals
Brewers and pubs have been reaping the rewards of the World Cup boost as consumers flocked to watch the England vs Mexico match in the early hours of Monday morning.
Calls for UK beer market competition investigation over domination of global brewers
A major consumer group has called for an investigation into the UK beer market, warning of the domination of global brewers in the pub and bar sector.
BrewDog CEO James Taylor steps down from role
BrewDog CEO James Taylor has stepped down from his position at the Ellon-based brewer and pub operator business.
The Protein Brewery raises €48.2M in Series B funding, sets sights on active nutrition and longevity
The Protein Brewery has added a further €18 million to its Series B funding round as it gears up to scale production capacity, drive sales in active nutrition, and advance research into the longevity benefits of its flagship mycoprotein ingredient,...
Tropicana launches new Hydrate+ coconut water
Juice giant Tropicana is expanding its soft drinks portfolio with the launch of a new better-for-you beverage.
£28M investment fuels new Nescafé NPD
Two new Nescafé frothy coffee products are hitting UK shelves following a major factory investment.
Supermarkets globally ramp up investment in own-label alcohol ranges
Supermarkets globally are pouring investment into their own brand food and drink ranges as they look to capture more customer spend, with alcohol becoming an increasing important part of the mix
Damm fuels growth strategy with international expansion
Spanish drinks producer Damm, known for its Estrella Damm lager, is initiating a new growth phase to double revenue by 2030 by continuing with its international and diversification strategy
Starbucks cuts jobs and closes stores in global overhaul
Investor filings show millions set aside for staff layoffs as the coffee giant cuts jobs across corporate, tech and retail, alongside store closures.
Ribena and Lucozade producer pumps over £14M into Herefordshire site
Japanese drinks giant Suntory is planning to invest £14.5 million in a ‘next-generation’ blackcurrant processing facility in Herefordshire.
Ocean Spray names Nestlé stalwart as new CEO
Agricultural cooperative Ocean Spray has appointed Abigail Buckwalter as its new president and chief executive officer (CEO).
New research: Ultrasound enables fast, low energy espresso
A team of researchers has broken free of the constraints of traditional coffee extraction through the power of ultrasound.
‘Extreme concerns’ over government energy drink ban delay
A coalition of celebrity voices and health experts has criticised the government for the delay in pushing through the energy drinks ban for children.
Nestlé Waters sale tested as buyers weigh risks
As scandals mount and strategy shifts, the industry is watching to see whether Nestlé opts for a full or partial exit from Waters
Somerset F&B innovation hub unveils new canning line
A leading South West food and drink innovation centre has launched a new canning line as demand from producers looking to scale up production and trial new canned products grows.
Hidden plastics: tackling the drinks packaging problem
Drinks packaging may seem plastic-free, but hidden plastic remains widespread
Dalston’s recalls Pineapple Soda as cans may injure customers
The Dalston Soda Company has recalled one of its drinks after discovering a major defect that may injure consumers.
Nestlé snaps up smart food brand Yfood
The first acquisition under new CEO Philipp Navratil comes just two months after Danone announced its acquisition of Huel
Remedy Drinks appoints new MD for UK and Europe
Australian soft drinks brand Remedy has appointed a new MD for the UK and Europe, marking what it calls a “significant milestone” in its growth ambitions.
Does cultivated coffee have a future?
With pressure on conventional coffee production, coffee grown in a lab is one alternative that could ease demand
South Asian drink recalled from UK shops over undeclared allergen
A drink has been recalled from UK shelves as it contains a common allergen that isn’t mentioned on the label.
PepsiCo to invest close to $600M into Indian production network
The drinks giant is set to make a significant investment of several hundred million US$ by 2030 in a bid to expand its Indian operations.
Bursting caps drive recall of England rugby legend’s drink
Jonny Wilkinson‑owned health drinks brand, One Living, has issued a recall due to potential consumer injury risk.
James Watt reveals plans to launch beer business
BrewDog co-founder James Watt has announced he is launching a new beer venture.
Is Heineken close to finding its next CEO?
Dolf van den Brink will leave at the end of the month: with no replacement or interim CEO appointed
Nestlé Waters sites raided over alleged “deceit”
Nestlé Waters sites raided in France amid fraud claims
Guinness owner parts company with several top execs
Guinness owner Diageo is set to part company with several top executives as part of a wider leadership revamp.
UK functional drinks market hits £100M
The UK’s functional drinks market is now worth £100 million in value sales, according to the latest data compiled by NielsenIQ (NIQ).
Kenco targets Gen Z with new matcha latte options
British instant coffee brand Kenco is tapping into the stratospheric rise of matcha with the launch of two new matcha latte flavours, alongside an espresso concentrate drink.
Guinness owner to pump over £600M into new brewery
British alcoholic beverages powerhouse Diageo is set to invest a further £346 million into its newly opened brewery in County Kildare, Ireland.