News briefs: Heineken brews changes and Lion Nathan
This week, Heineken announces a restructuring of its French operations and Australian drinks group Lion Nathan hopes to give US consumers a taste of leading wine brands.
Archives for June 2, 2008
NutraCea brings meat enhancing rice bran onto the market
NutraCea has today launched its stabilized rice bran (SRB) RiBran Isolate as a cost-effective meat enhancer, and simultaneously announced a new distribution agreement.
Big brewers searching for a brand old time, says analyst
As speculation mounts over the future of US brewer Anheuser-Busch amidst rumours of a possible takeover bid from rival InBev, it is not the brewer, but the brands that are expected to drive consolidation and growth in the market.
Study shows low levels of BPA migration into baby bottles, say researchers
A new study has found low levels of Bisphenol A (BPA) migration into polycarbonate baby bottles when heated in a microwave, claim the researchers.
Integrated packaging line cuts operating costs, says Tetra Pak
A new integrated, aseptic carton packaging line offers processors reduced costs, as well as increased equipment reliability and capacity, claims manufacturer Tetra Pak.