SABMiller Under Scrutiny

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Tax regulators from five African countries plan to meet this month to discuss the tax payments of global brewer SABMiller PLC, the latest sign that authorities on the continent are bolstering efforts to scrutinize outflows. (more…)

Carlsberg sees Russia beer market up 3-5 percent

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Danish brewer Carlsberg (CARLb.CO) expects Russia’s beer market to grow 3-5 percent in the medium term as the economy recovers and drinkers switch to beer from vodka, its CEO said on Thursday. (more…)

Heineken, Bavaria win cuts in EU cartel fines

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* Court cuts Heineken fine to 198 mln euros from 219.3 mln
* Bavaria cartel fine cut to 20.7 mln from 22.85 mln
* Court: EU regulator failed to prove illegal coordination
* Fines were for fixing Dutch beer prices from 1996 to 1999 (more…)

Stella Artois unveiled a new design for the brand’s full line-up of cans

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When possible, Stella Artois should be served in its signature chalice glass, which showcases its rich, golden colour while releasing the beer’s flavour and aroma. The new Stella Artois Chalice Can is inspired by the iconic Stella Artois chalice glass, and the secondary packaging for can packs has also been updated to complement the new can design. (more…)

Russia. Baltika Breweries Held Annual General Shareholder Meeting

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At the Baltika Breweries Annual General Shareholders’ meeting, held on 15 June 2011, the agenda included the approval of the company’s financial statements and dividends for 2010, the election of management bodies, and the approval of related-party transactions. (more…)