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Issue 635 |
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August 20, 2012 |
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| Packaging Techniques and New Packaging Trends in the Food and Beverage Industry - 2011–2012 : Survey Intelligence
The report looks at commonly used forms of packaging in the food and beverage industry. It looks at techniques to address food safety concerns and budget allocation towards future packaging solutions.
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On just-drinks last week:
- Carlsberg reported a leap in first-half net profits, but this was mainly due to the sale of its former brewery site in Copenhagen. The Danish brewer was cheered, however, by a recovery in its key market of Russia, with its CEO telling investors that the brewer is “back on a positive trend” in the region. Analysts were also impressed with the group's performance in Russia, while just-drinks' Andy Morton offered his take and a round-up of coverage.
- Treasury Wine Estates had a lively week. First, the Australian group unveiled the new MD of its Beringer unit. This was followed by a healthy set of full-year numbers, boosted by healthy exports into Asia.
- PepsiCo shuffled its personnel pack, announcing it is moving its Western Europe head into the newly-created role of PepsiCo Americas Beverages president. Gatorade president Sarah Robb O'Hagan will leave the group to "pursue other opportunities", as a result of the move.
- In spirits, Patience Gould dug out her atlas to ponder the question of what makes a brand "global". Many brands get referred to as "international" when they are regional at best, says Patience.
- Meanwhile, Diageo managed to persuade the UK's advertising authorities that its Smirnoff ad featuring Madonna did not break the rules. Its argument centred on the idea that Madge does not have a "strong appeal" to children, as the 53-year-old's fan base consists of "music lovers from the 1980s and 1990s".
- The week was rounded off by the sad news that the chairman of Pernod Ricard, Patrick Ricard, has died. The thoughts of us here at just-drinks are with Patrick's friends and family at this time.
Until next time...
Olly Wehring
Managing Editor
Web: http://www.just-drinks.com
Email: editor@just-drinks.com
Twitter: http://twitter.com/just_drinks
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| Consumer Trends in the Soft Drinks Market in Brazil
Unique in the market, this report provides a highly detailed data analysis of the market allowing marketing tactics and strategy to be updated in line with the very latest consumer behaviours.
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| Wine in Emerging Markets to 2016: Market Guide
The wine market in emerging markets report provides top-level overview and detailed insight. It is an essential tool for companies involved in the industry or for those wishing to join it.
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