Vietnam: Latest beverage news & analysis

Why Vietnam is the next beer battleground 30 Aug 2016

When Heineken bought Carlsberg's Vung Tau brewery in southern Vietnam last month, it marked the latest in a string of investments by big brewers in the country.

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The Vietnamese beer market - Focus 12 May 2016

Heineken's management team has been in Vietnam this week for the company's annual Financial Markets Conference. CEO Jean-François van Boxmeer called the country the "poster child" for international beer thanks to its strong demographics and growing demand. Here's a snapshot of Heineken's current position in Vietnam and how the market is developing, as outlined by Heineken's Vietnam MD, Leo Evers.

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Vietnam volume slip disappoints Heineken 24 Apr 2014

Heineken's CFO has admitted being disappointed at the group's first-quarter performance in one of its key markets, Vietnam, but said the company is still stealing marketshare in the country.

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Comment - Diageo goes Native in Vietnam 27 Jan 2011

Diageo's decision to partner with Vietnam's local spirits hero, Hanoi Liquor Joint Stock Co, looks like a shrewd move, even if the financial benefits start at a trickle.

Frutarom continues expansion with Vietnam deal 6 Apr 2017

Frutarom Industries is to build a new plant in Vietnam after acquiring majority control of Western Flavours Fragrances Production (WFF).

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San Miguel Brewery explores Sabeco bid - report 3 Apr 2017

San Miguel Brewery has hinted it will join the chase for Vietnam's Saigon Beer Alcohol & Beverage Corp (Sabeco), according to a report.

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Sabeco shares jump 37% in opening week 8 Dec 2016

Vietnamese brewer Saigon Beer Alcohol and Beverages Corp (Sabeco) is enjoying a stellar first week as a listed company, with shares already 37% up on their initial reference price.

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Suntory Beverage & Food to boost Vietnam capacity 2 Dec 2016

Suntory's soft drinks unit has unveiled plans to boost its Vietnam production by 60% over the next five years to keep pace with growth in the country.  

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Tetra Pak starts work on US$110m Vietnam plant 17 Nov 2016

Tetra Pak is to build a US$110m factory in Vietnam, its fourth in South and East Asia.

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Sabeco files for Vietnam stock exchange listing 9 Nov 2016

Vietnamese government-controlled brewery Sabeco has registered to list on the Ho Chi Minh stock exchange. 

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Carlsberg in "dialogue" with Vietnam over Habeco 31 Oct 2016

Carlsberg has confirmed it is in talks with the Vietnamese government over its stake in Hanoi Beer Alcohol & Beverage Corp (Habeco).

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Sabeco CEO eyes quick sale - report 7 Sep 2016

Sabeco's CEO has claimed that a host of international brewers are lining up to buy the Vietnamese brewery after the government decided to sell its controlling stake, according to a report.

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Coca-Cola Vietnam restarts after production bump 8 Jul 2016

The Coca-Cola Co has confirmed its Vietnam operations are back online after missing certification halted production of fourThe Coca-Cola Co has confirmed that its Vietnam operations are back online after missing certification halted the production of four non-core brands in the country.on-core brands.

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Carlsberg plan unfolds as Tuborg hits Vietnam 13 Apr 2016

Carlsberg has launched Tuborg in Vietnam as the Danish brewer increasingly targets Asia amid cost-savings in other markets.

Is Vietnam about to curb late-night drinking? 27 Sep 2016

In May, Heineken's CEO, Jean-François van Boxmeer, called Vietnam the "poster child" for international beer thanks to strong demographics and growing demand.