Interview – Isaac Sheps, CEO of Carlsberg’s Baltika

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Earlier this year, just-drinks’ managing editor, Olly Wehring , travelled to Russia with Carlsberg to learn about the brewer’s plans for its Baltika division in the country. The unit, which produces the namesake range of beers, is the clear market-leader, but has had to struggle of late as the legislative environment has grown more hostile to alcoholic drinks. Having assumed the leadership of Baltika late last year, Isaac Sheps talked to just-drinks about what he found when he made the move, what he’s battling against today, and what he wants in the future. (more…)

Carlsberg’s turnaround plan in Russia bears fruit

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Danish brewer Carlsberg (CARLb.CO) said a drive to focus on its top brands and major supermarket customers had revived sales in its key Russian beer market in the teeth of tougher regulations and rising taxes. (more…)

Carlsberg could raise stake in Hanoi Beer to 30%

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— Carlsberg could raise its stake to Hanoi Beer Alcohol & Beverage Joint Stock Corp. to 30%

— State-controlled Habeco says Danish brewer to acquire 13% stake

— Carlsberg to pay 50,015 dong per share (more…)