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Ben Stokes invests in Spencer Matthews’ alcohol-free spirits brand CleanCo
England cricket captain Ben Stokes invests in CleanCo as growing consumer demand drives a major shift toward alcohol-free spirits.
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Budweiser brewer Anheuser-Busch invests $300m to its US manufacturing facilities
Anheuser-Busch invests $300 million to strengthen American manufacturing, expand workforce training and support veterans entering industry roles.
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Weight loss jabs could reduce alcohol consumption by two-thirds
New study finds weight loss jabs not only help tackle obesity but may significantly reduce alcohol use, offering wide health and NHS cost benefits.
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Captain Morgan expands RTD line with Muck Pit Brew
Diageo strengthens Captain Morgan’s RTD portfolio with tropical Muck Pit Brew and new Sliced cocktails aimed at casual drinking occasions.
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Coca-Cola agrees to revise plastic recycling claims across Europe
Coca-Cola will revise its plastic recycling claims across Europe following a greenwashing complaint from BEUC. The update aims to offer consumers clearer, more accurate labelling.
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YouTube stars shake up iced coffee market with Rodd’s
YouTubers WillNE and James Marriott launch their new iced coffee brand, Rodd’s, in Sainsbury’s stores nationwide.
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Heineken’s ‘Social Off Socials’ campaign encourages screen-free socialising
Heineken’s new global campaign calls time on excessive screen use, encouraging people to rediscover the joy of face-to-face connection.
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FDA announces plan to phase out synthetic food dyes
The FDA has announced it will phase out synthetic food dyes—including Red 40 and Yellow 5—by 2026, marking a major shift toward natural additives.
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Carlsberg launches limited edition fully renewable ‘Electric Beer’
Carlsberg Sverige marks sustainability milestone with expanded electric freight partnership and launch of new fully renewable non-alcoholic beer.
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Nestlé launches new protein drinks to support GLP-1 weight loss medication users
Nestlé unveils science-backed protein beverages to help manage hunger, support muscle health and aid weight loss for GLP-1 users.
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PepsiCo expands FareShare partnership to tackle food waste and boost UK employability
PepsiCo has announced a major expansion of its partnership with FareShare, funding two key programmes in 2025 aimed at reducing food waste and helping over 600 people in Leicestershire find employment opportunities. The £210,000 grant will build on seven years of impactful collaboration.
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Arla Foods and DMK Group merger to create Europe’s largest dairy cooperative
Arla Foods and DMK Group have announced their intention to merge, creating the largest dairy cooperative in Europe. With a combined revenue of €19 billion, the merger will strengthen dairy production and innovation, benefiting over 12,000 farmers and consumers worldwide.
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German health brand More Nutrition enters UK market
More Nutrition, a leading German healthy lifestyle brand, has entered the UK market, introducing a bestselling range of protein snacks, iced coffees, collagen and functional food products.
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PepsiCo names new CMO as it expands functional beverage strategy
PepsiCo has named Mark Kirkham as its new US beverages CMO, signalling a stronger focus on functional drinks. With the recent acquisition of prebiotic soda brand Poppi, PepsiCo is doubling down on health-driven beverages to compete in the evolving soft drinks market.
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The journey to truly sustainable packaging with Lignoo
In Part 2 of this month’s Ingredients for Change, we speak with Katerina Mouliadou, founder of Lignoo, about the importance of sustainable packaging, enhancing consumer transparency, and overcoming the challenges of creating truly eco-friendly water bottles.
