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Constellation promotes director Fink to CEO role

Fink’s career includes nine years at Suntory Global Spirits, where he held roles including chief strategy officer.

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Diageo staff at Guinness site call off strike after pay deal

The Unite union said its members at the facility in Belfast had “secured a large pay increase”.

Wales can use glass in deposit return scheme, UK says

Subject to the approval of the Welsh legislature, the DRS is due to start on 1 October 2027, aligning with the planned launches across the rest of the UK.

Change at top of Jackson Family Wines

The US wine group hires former Upfield and Nestlé executive Tim Brown as its new CEO.

Ridgeview Wine Estate bought from administration

A deal has been struck by a consortium of investors led by Quantum Beverage Company (QBev).

New Coca-Cola CEO eyes improved innovation

“Our innovation today is not where it needs to be,” Henrique Braun, who is set to move to from the role of Coca-Cola’s COO, said.

Scotch export volumes slide on US tariffs

“The international trading environment continues to be challenging for Scotch whisky producers,” trade association the SWA said.

Zamora Company strikes Bottega distribution deal in Spain

The agreement, which also covers Andorra, will see Zamora distribute Bottega Gold prosecco and the Bottega 0 non-alcoholic sparkling alternative.

France wine-and-spirits export sales decline again

According to France’s wine and spirits exporters’ association, total export sales fell 8% to €14.34bn ($17.08bn).