WORLD NEWS
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Kepak launches staff consultation after operational review at Wales meat processing site
Company says plant will remain operational despite proposed workforce changes.
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Reliance Industries denies plans to enter India’s low-alcohol beverage market
Reliance Industries has dismissed reports that it plans to launch low-alcohol ready-to-drink beverages, despite growing speculation surrounding the fast-expanding category.
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Maspex acquires 80% stake in Ukraine’s Karpatski Mineralni Vody
Maspex has acquired an 80% stake in Karpatski Mineralni Vody, strengthening its presence in Ukraine and expanding beverage production across Central and Eastern Europe.
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BENEO launches sugar-free candy concepts with Isomalt to drive functional confectionery innovation
BENEO has unveiled three sugar-free hard candy concepts featuring Isomalt, helping confectionery manufacturers meet demand for reduced-sugar products, functional benefits and globally inspired flavours.
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Hershey appoints former PepsiCo executive Heather Hoytink as president of US business
Heather Hoytink will join Hershey on July 8 to lead its US business, bringing more than two decades of commercial and beverage industry leadership experience from PepsiCo.