USA: Tyson Foods to close Georgia facility
Tyson Foods, the USA-based food giant, has announced plans to shut down its prepared foods plant in Rome (GA). The facility, which is operated under Tyson’s subsidiary Hillshire Brands, is scheduled to cease operations on the 31st May. According to a Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification (WARN) notice, the closure will result in the layoff […]
Australia: Pure Foods Tasmania acquires Brilliant Food Australia
Pure Foods Tasmania, the Australian food and beverage producer, has entered a binding agreement to acquire Sydney-based seafood brand Brilliant Food Australia. The all-share transaction is valued at A$300,000 ($207,000), to be satisfied through the issuance of 7.5 million shares at A$0.04 ($0.027) each. Additionally, the vendor has agreed to subscribe for a further A$200,000 […]
Sweden: Paulig to sell Risenta to Midsona
Paulig, the Finnish family-owned food and drink company, has entered into an agreement to sell its Swedish subsidiary Risenta to Midsona, a Nordic leader in health and well-being products. Risenta, which specialises in plant-based food products such as muesli, seeds, flour and snacks, was founded in 1940 and has been part of the Paulig Group […]
Tradeshow Insight: IFE 2026
The International Food & Drink Event (IFE), the latest edition of which took place on the 30th March to 1st April 2026 at ExCeL London, serves as one of the largest trade shows for the food and beverage industry in the UK. As a central component of the broader Food, Drink & Hospitality Week – a […]
South Africa: Coca-Cola to invest $1 billion by 2030
Coca-Cola, the US-based soft drinks giant, has announced that its Coca-Cola system intends to invest $1 billion in South Africa by 2030. The system, comprising regional division Coca-Cola Africa and local bottling partner Coca-Cola Beverages South Africa (CCBSA), will focus the capital on expanding manufacturing and distribution capacity. According to the company, the investment follows […]
USA: Constellation Brands to fully acquire HOP WTR
Constellation Brands, the USA beverage alcohol producer, has announced an agreement to acquire the remaining interest in the non-alcoholic brand HOP WTR. The deal, for an undisclosed sum, is expected to close this April. HOP WTR produces calorie-free sparkling water infused with hops, adaptogens and nootropics. The brand has been part of the Constellation Brands […]
Italy: Ambienta acquires majority stake in The Bridge
Ambienta, the European private equity firm focused on environmental sustainability, has acquired a majority stake in The Bridge, an Italian producer of organic plant-based drinks and dairy alternatives. Based in San Pietro Mussolino (Vicenza), The Bridge specialises in 100% organic, vegan, cholesterol- and lactose-free products. Its portfolio includes plant-based beverages, yoghurts and desserts made from […]
Turkey: United Petfood and Lider Petfood acquire production site
United Petfood, the Belgian pet food manufacturer, and Lider Petfood, the Turkish pet food producer, have announced the acquisition of a dry pet food production facility in Kırklareli, Turkey. The companies have purchased the site from Maya Family, a Turkish pet food business. Located near Istanbul, the plant is intended to serve demand in both […]
India: Wipro Consumer Care & Lighting expands breakfast range
Wipro Consumer Care & Lighting, the Indian consumer goods manufacturer, has launched the Brahmins Xpress Mix breakfast range, marking a further expansion into the traditional foods category. The new line features 8 ready-to-cook versions of popular Indian staples, including Rice Idli, Ragi Dosa, Upma and Poha. According to Food & Beverages Processing, the range is […]
USA: Bansk Group to acquire So Good So You
Bansk Group, the USA consumer-focused private investment firm, has announced a definitive agreement to acquire a majority interest in So Good So You, a manufacturer of functional wellness shots and beverages. Based in Minneapolis, So Good So You is described as a pioneer in the wellness shots category, offering a portfolio of organic, cold-pressed products […]