India: Godrej to expand presence in Africa
Household and personal care firm Godrej is set to expand its presence on the continent of Africa with the acquisition of two haircare firms, according to a report in Progressive Grocer India. The Indian firm, through its Africa-based subsidiary Darling Group, has reportedly acquired 100% of the shares in a company called Hair Credentials Zambia, and […]
USA: MillerCoors releases “hard iced tea”
Chicago-based beer giant MillerCoors has launched a range of hard iced teas under the name of Easy Tea Co. The iced teas are said to have a “crisp citrus flavour” and a less sweet taste than normal teas, with an alcohol content of 5% by volume. The drinks hit shelves at the beginning of August, […]
Ireland: Mark Anthony buys stake in Glendalough Distillery
Mark Anthony, the Canadian wine and spirits firm, has bought a stake in Irish start-up Glendalough Distillery for €5.5 million ($6.1 million), according to a report in the Irish Independent. Based in County Wicklow and promoted as “Ireland’s first craft distillery”, Glendalough Distillery produces a range of spirits including whiskey and poitin alongside “seasonal botanical” […]
UK: Mondelez moves Trebor into sugar-free power mints
Mondelez International, the global confectionery and snacks firm, is expanding its Trebor mints range in the UK with the launch of the sugar-free Trebor Mighties. Sold in a transparent box format, the new “small mints” will be available in Mint and Berry Mint varieties and will be supported with a £1.2 million TV campaign. They reportedly aim […]
USA: Kellogg to shut snack facility in Indiana
Cereal and snacks firm Kellogg is set to close its cracker plant in Seelyville, IN, USA due to excess capacity, according to a report in Food Business News. The plant, which manufacturers products for brands such as Keebler, Club and Cheez-It will reportedly shut its doors by the end of 2017, affecting 150 jobs. Commenting on […]
UK: Rubicon launches Light and Fruity juice
AG Barr, the Scotland-based drinks manufacturer, has announced the launch of a new range under its Rubicon brand that is said to contain half the sugar of its regular products. Rubicon Light & Fruity comprises the varieties Mango, Mango & Coconut, and Mango Lime & Mint and comes in 1 litre cartons with an RRP […]
USA: Amplify Snack Brands acquires Tyrrells in $390 million deal
Amplify Snack Brands, the producer of SkinnyPop popcorn, crisps and other snacks crisps, has announced that it will acquire UK based crisps and snack maker Tyrrells for £300 million ($390 million). The Amplify deal is the third time Tyrrells has been sold, with the company having first been purchased by Langholm Capital in 2008, followed […]
USA: Campbell’s to launch nutrition-oriented Well Yes! soup
Campbell’s, the US-based manufacturer of soup and other packaged food, has announced the launch of a new “nutritious”, ready-to-serve canned soup line called Well Yes, featuring “popular soup recipes with a decidedly contemporary twist”. According to reports in Meat & Poultry and New Hope, the “healthy and clean” soup line is made with “recognizable & […]
Brazil: P&G to cease producing Ariel powder detergent
US multinational Procter & Gamble has announced the closure of a plant in Anchieta, Brazil, ceasing production of Ariel powder detergent in the country. According to Revista Exame, the plant, which is located in the Sao Paulo region, employs around 175 staff, some of whom will be transferred to other company factories in Brazil. P&G […]
Australia: Coles launches new convenience store banner
Australian supermarket chain Coles has launched a new chain of convenience stores branded as Big Yum at Little Coles, complementing its existing Coles Express banner, according to an article in the Australian. The new Coles stores are said to offer a range of products designed for immediate consumption, such as take-out coffee and cold drinks, […]