USA: Marc Jacobs debuts ‘shopping’ via Instagram
Marc Jacobs Beauty has taken another step towards social media based e-commerce through the launch of an app that allows consumers to receive purchase information about products through the @marcjacobsbeauty Instagram profile. As the Instagram platform does not allow the use of active hyperlinks, the company has instead created an e-commerce service in which shared […]
USA: Diageo launches Crown Royal Regal Apple Canadian Whisky
Diageo has has expanded its Crown Royal Canadian Whisky portfolio with the launch of Crown Royal Regal Apple, a blend of hand-selected Crown Royal whiskies and Regal Gala apples. Promoted as a blend that creates the ideal balance of flavour and whisky, Regal Apple is said to open with a slightly tart, crisp, apple flavour […]
USA: KeVita launches Cleansing Probiotic Tonics
KeVita, a producer of sparkling probiotic drinks, has partnered with Whole Food Market to launch the new KeVita range of Cleansing Probiotic Tonics. The new functional drink, which will be made available in more than 300 Whole Food Market stores, is said to offer restorative benefits and feature significant doses of functional ingredients in addition […]
USA: Pinnacle Food Inc. increases Q3 sales
Pinnacle Foods Inc. has released its fiscal results for the third quarter ended 28th September 2014, reporting “strong growth in earnings”. Compared to the same period last year, net sales rose 9%, a result attributed by Pinnacle to the benefit of the company’s acquisition of Wish-Bone and the growth of the base business. Net earnings […]
USA: Mondelez International to acquire majority stake in Vietnam’s Kinh Do Corporation
In a move designed to strengthen its position in Asia Pacific, Mondelez International has announced the acquisition of an 80% stake of Kinh Do Corporation’s snack business in Vietnam for $370 million. Mondelez said it would leverage Kinh Do’s manufacturing capabilities and comprehensive distribution network, as well as adding well-loved brands include Kinh Do mooncakes […]
USA: Aldi Inc. to buy Bottom Dollar Food store locations from Delhaize
Belgium-based retailer Delhaize Group has announced that it has signed an agreement to sell its Bottom Dollar Food store locations in the USA to Aldi Inc. The move affects Bottom Dollar Food’s 66 store locations in the greater Philadelphia and greater Pittsburg areas of the country. According to Delhaize, the outlets will remain open under […]
USA: Cott acquires DS Services
DS Services, a national direct-to-consumer provider of bottled water, office coffee and water filtration services, is to be acquired by Cott Corporation, a manufacturer of soft drinks products. In a statement, Cott said DSS Group had entered into a definitive merger agreement to be acquired by Cott Corporation for approximately $1.25 billion or approximately 7.1x […]
USA: Stonyfield follows superfood trend with Greek and Chia yogurt
Three new varieties featuring chia seeds are to join the Stonyfield Organic range of Greek yogurt in the USA. Stonyfield Organic Greek and Chia Yogurt is a new addition to the Stonyfield dairy products range and features fruit and hydrated chia seeds at the bottom of the cup. Available in blueberry, strawberry/cranberry and blood orange […]
USA: Chiquita announces definitive merger agreement with Cutrale-Safra
The uncertainty over the future of the Chiquita business appears one step closer to being resolved as the company announced that it had signed a definitive merger agreement with Cutrale Group and Safra Group. In August, Chiquita announced that it had received an unsolicited offer from the two Brazilian companies – the former one of […]
USA: Nestle launches personalised dog food
In a novel twist on the personalisation trend, Nestle has announced a new platform for its Purina brand that allows owners to create a unique dog food blend designed to meet the individual needs of their pet. Described by Nestle as “the first time a major pet food producer has moved into the personalised food […]