Popular beer brand withdraws product over exploding cans
Lucky Saint has withdrawn packs of its Hazy IPA due to a risk of cans exploding.
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Diageo Cameronbridge to be brought to a “standstill” as strike dates revealed
Workers at Diageo’s Cameronbridge distillery have revealed the exact dates they plan to strike as their ongoing dispute over job cuts reaches fever pitch.
Stonegate in talks with Heineken as debts mount
The UK’s largest pub group, Stonegate, is considering the divestment of hundreds of pubs as it looks to reduce its debt burden.
Insufficient funds: BrewDog creditors to be left out-of-pocket
Creditors owed money by troubled Scottish beer firm BrewDog will reportedly not be paid due to “insufficient funds”.
Carlsberg Britvic and Danone spearhead calls for mandatory health reporting in UK
Carlsberg Britvic and Danone North Europe are two of the leading food and drink manufacturers that have backed calls for mandatory health reporting.
Sazerac acquires Au Vodka as founder backs brand’s next phase of growth
The co-founder of Au Vodka Charlie Morgan has said that having Sazerac “take the helm” is a natural step for the brand.
Strike threat escalates at Diageo Cameronbridge
Workers at Diageo’s Cameronbridge distillery are set to go on strike in an escalating dispute over job cuts.
Heineken UK’s £28M investment almost halves CO2 emissions at leading UK brewery
A multi-million-pound investment made by Heineken into its Manchester brewery is beginning to deliver significant sustainability benefits.
Ex Sainsbury’s finance lead joins AG Barr
The former Sainsbury’s CFO has joined the IRN Bru manufacturer as chair.
Nestlé Waters & Premium Beverages UK announces new MD before partial break off
Thomas Conquet has been named managing director (MD) of Nestlé Waters & Premium Beverages UK.
National Food Crime Unit arrests man in £500K counterfeit wine bust
An operation by the Food Standards Agency (FSA) and National Food Crime Unit (NFCU) has resulted in an arrest over alleged wine fraud.
Diageo Cameronbridge staff threaten strike amid layoffs
Around 100 workers at the Scottish site in Cameronbridge are set to vote on strike action as the beverage giant presses ahead with its restructure.
Swedish coffee producer Löfbergs names first-ever female CEO
Swedish coffee roastery Löfbergs has appointed its first ever female chief executive officer (CEO).
Will Iraq become PepsiCo’s next Middle East manufacturing hub?
Despite ongoing turmoil in the Middle East, PepsiCo is doubling down on expanding its regional production, with Iraq emerging as a strong focus market
Interview: Damm UK MD on why the brewery is betting on Britain
From major brewery upgrades to acquisitions spanning ale and soft drinks, Spanish brewing group Damm is building a broader beverage business in the UK. Luke White, managing director of Damm UK explains why the company sees opportunity where much of the...
PepsiCo bets on healthier versions of legacy brands
PepsiCo cuts sodium and sugar, while betting on fiber and protein
Unilever is offloading its food businesses – but keeping ice tea
Lipton Ice Tea will continue to be owned in a joint venture between Unilever and PepsiCo
Diageo cuts 2,000 staff members amid restructuring
Diageo’s workforce fell by almost 2,000 people in its last financial year as chief executive Sir Dave Lewis pushes ahead with a major cost cutting programme.
Caffe Nero appoints group CFO
The international coffee chain has named a new chief finance officer.
Cawston Press buys up kombucha maker LA Brewery
Pressed fruit soft drinks brand Cawston Press has acquired premium kombucha producer LA Brewery.
Diageo appoints former P&G Beauty CEO Alex Keith as non-executive director
Diageo has appointed the former CEO of Proctor & Gamble to its board as non-exec director.
Sazerac targets UK growth with Au Vodka acquisition
Sazerac, the global spirits company, is set to acquire UK-based vodka & RTD brand Au Vodka.
ASA ruling on blurred reviews reveals strict criteria on claims
A new ruling from the Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) over The Turmeric Co.’s use of blurred customer testimonials reinforces the agency’s strict stance on disease claims, reminding the industry that even implied treatment claims are off-limits.
Crabbie’s ginger beer snapped up by Brookfield Drinks
Beverages supplier Brookfield Drinks has acquired leading alcoholic ginger beer brand Crabbie’s from Halewood Artisanal Spirits.
UK brewery closures slow but Scotland hit hard by BrewDog and Innis & Gunn troubles
The rate at which British breweries are closing has slowed, but the sector continues to face significant pressures, according to a leading industry body.
Former BrewDog CEO James Watt eyes up brewery acquisitions for new beer start-up
James Watt, founder and former CEO of BrewDog, is eyeing a series of brewery acquisitions for his new ‘Second Best’ brand.
Capri-Sun to sue Princes Group for £2M in bitter dispute
Fruit juice brand Capri-Sun is suing major British food and drink manufacturer Princes Group for allegedly failing to fulfil supermarket orders.
Nichols buys functional soft drinks brand for £64M
The Vimto manufacturer has acquired the Dublin-based VitHit, founded by former rugby player Gary Lavin.
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.
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.