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CMA approves Carlsberg’s £3.3bn Britvic takeover
The UK’s Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has given Carlsberg the green light to proceed with its £3.3bn acquisition of Britvic.
Beverage industry leaders unite to form REfresh Alliance for renewable energy adoption
Ten major global beverage companies have formed the REfresh Alliance, a consortium aimed at enhancing sustainability in the beverage sector.
Mergers and acquisitions: 2024’s biggest food and beverage deals
Using data provided by Houlihan Lokey, FoodBev Media's Siân Yates examines these transactions and the broader market implications.
Carlsberg to invest €100m into new Kazakhstan facility as part of PepsiCo bottling deal
Carlsberg and PepsiCo have signed a new agreement that will see Carlsberg become the PepsiCo bottler in Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan.
CMA to investigate Carlsberg’s £3.3bn acquisition of Britvic
The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) is investigating Carlsberg’s £3.3bn (approx. $4.2bn) deal to buy soft drinks company Britvic.
Britvic opens upgraded national distribution centre
Global drinks business Britvic has opened its upgraded national distribution centre in Leicestershire, UK, following a £25m investment.
Carlsberg and Brooklyn Brewery create lager made with drought-resistant grain
Carlsberg has launched a new 100% Fonio Lager, developed in collaboration with Brooklyn Brewery.
Carlsberg acquires minority stake in Brasserie du Pays Flamand
Carlsberg, via its French subsidiary Brasseries Kronenbourg, has purchased a minority stake in Brasserie du Pays Flamand.