Beverages – World News

Reliance Industries has dismissed reports that it plans to launch low-alcohol ready-to-drink beverages, despite growing speculation surrounding the fast-expanding category.

Maspex has acquired an 80% stake in Karpatski Mineralni Vody, strengthening its presence in Ukraine and expanding beverage production across Central and Eastern Europe.

Jennifer Mann will step down as Coca-Cola’s North America president in August, with CFO John Murphy assuming interim leadership while the company searches for a successor.

The new Herefordshire facility will support British blackcurrant growers, create local jobs and enhance fruit processing capacity for Ribena production.

The new framework targets bitterness, aftertaste and mouthfeel challenges while supporting the development of next-generation protein beverages.