Heineken acquires Galaxy Pub Estate in UK
Heineken N.V. announced today that it has acquired the Galaxy Pub Estate (‘Galaxy’) in the U.K. from The Royal Bank of Scotland (‘RBS’) for ?412 million (€480 million) on a cash-and-debt-free basis. (more…)
Carlsberg to cut up to 150 jobs in Europe
* Brewer says to cut up to 150 jobs
* Says challenging and uncertain markets ahead
* Says maintains long-term ambition for profitable growth (Adds details, comments, share price) (more…)
InBev Set to Win Approval for Brazil Beer Sales During World Cup
Brazil intends to give Anheuser- Busch InBev NV, the world’s largest brewer, the green light to sell beer in stadiums during the 2014 soccer World Cup, a senior lawmaker said. (more…)
Heineken to leverage global scale by consolidating media buying for its brands
Heineken announced today that it is to consolidate media planning and buying for its brands worldwide into one media agency. (more…)
US. Springfield Brewing Company sold
Master brewer at Paul Mueller heads group of investors that bought the bar and restaurant. (more…)
Barley brewing offers basis for portfolio variation and sustainability
Jeroen van Roon, global marketing manager for beer for DSM Food Specialties told BeverageDaily.com that barley brewing enzymes could help brewers cut down on more costly malt-based products, and develop new portfolio innovations. (more…)
Heineken announces new Regional President Central and Eastern Europe
Heineken N.V. today announced that Nico Nusmeier, Regional President Heineken Central and Eastern Europe, has decided to leave Heineken. (more…)
Tanzania: SBL to Launch Modern Brewery in Moshi
Serengeti Breweries Limited (SBL) is set to inaugurate its state of the art brewery in Moshi tomorrow, as part of the company’s strategy to increase its production capacity. SBL is the second largest beer company in Tanzania, with its own brands accounting for 15 per cent of the market by volume. (more…)
US. Paul Mueller Company Announces Sale of Springfield Brewing Company
Paul Mueller Company announced that on November 28, 2011, Springfield Brewing Company, a brewery and restaurant which it has operated since 1997 in Springfield, Missouri, was sold to Front Row Property LLC. (more…)
Cider Seen as Next ‘Craft’ Brew as Sales Climb 25% This Year
A decade ago, it seemed hard cider had met its match, as fast-charging hard-lemonade brands stole a big slice of the category’s sweet-drinking audience. But now the bite is back, as cider sales rebound thanks to surging interest from a new consumer base: sophisticated craft beer drinkers searching for taste adventures. (more…)