PepsiCo on healthy vending and 2016 launch of organic Gatorade
PepsiCo is looking to drive a healthier portfolio via new health-friendly vending machines and a 2016 launch of organic Gatorade.
Archives for December 15, 2015
Avantium & Mitsui to launch 100% biobased packaging in Japan to coincide with Tokyo Olympics
Avantium has signed an agreement with Mitsui & Co. (Mitsui), to commercialize 100% biobased chemicals FDCA (Furan-2,5-dicarboxylic acid) and PEF (polyethylene furanoate) in Asia.
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Coca-Cola could close Indian plants if ‘sin tax’ goes ahead
Coca-Cola would have “no option” but to consider shutting down some of its Indian factories if the government accepted a recommendation to place a significantly higher GST rate on aerated drinks.
Some critics not happy with rebranded name
Voxpop: Reaction to Dow, DuPont merger
From criticising the name ‘DowDuPont’, to the effect the deal will have on investors and reservations over FTC (Federal Trade Commission) approval, we round-up the best comments on the internet following the announcement DuPont and Dow will merge to...
Beverage developers feed the trend of alternative energy drinks
As consumers are increasingly aware of the health problems associated with energy drinks, a Californian brand has spotted an opportunity for alternative energy products as mixers with juice, smoothies or cocktails.