Molson not prepared to play the consolidation game
Consolidation for consolidation's sake is not the best way to create value for shareholders or build for the future, according to Canadian brewer Molson.
Archives for September 16, 2003
Solbar launches Solpro 900
Israeli soy ingredients company Solbar Industries has launched a new product called Solpro 900, a soy protein isolate that has important implications for emulsified meat and poultry products.
EU entry bodes well for Polish drinks
Poland's accession to the EU in May next year will give a major boost to beer and carbonate sales, a new report from Canadean predicts. But these sectors are already showing double-digit increases, helped by low prices and per capita consumption levels.
In Sync
NovaSync, a mobile solutions provider serving the beverage industry, has announced that US company Polar Beverages has just completed the roll-out of its palm-based sales force automation application.
Chesapeake complete
Chesapeake has completed a $16-million (€14.3m) modernisation project at its speciality paperboard packaging plant in East Kilbride, Scotland.
PET driving growth in Czech drinks market
Growth in the Czech packaged beverages market is being driven by the proliferation of PET bottles, according to a new report from Canadean. But cans and glass bottles still remain the most popular format for beer in a country with a long brewing heritage.