Comments Off on Should Pernod Ricard dump wine and bunk up with Brown-Forman? – Analysis
It's been a tough week for Pernod Ricard. On Wednesday, activist investor Elliott Management, which has built up a 2.5% stake in the French drinks group, took aim at several aspects of the business. In turn, Pernod was moved to issue a 700-word stateme... Read more
Comments Off on Alain Maingreaud replaces Erik Juul-Mortensen as TFWA president
The Tax Free World Association, the trade body for Global Travel Retail, has elected Alain Maingreaud as its next president, replacing long-term incumbent and TFWA co-founder Erik Juul-Mortensen. Read more
Comments Off on The future of cannabis in the drinks industry – just-drinks FUTURES
The future of cannabis in the food and beverage industry will be worth billions. In fact, the continued legalisation of the drug for recreational use marks a defining point in the history of both sectors. This report offers a detailed look at what the ... Read more
Comments Off on Food and drinks firms must consider a world without plastic – research
Food and drinks producers must challenge their suppliers to produce more environmentally friendly packaging now or risk being at the mercy of a future 'plastic tax' according to the the latest report from FUTURES - the new insights service from just-fo... Read more
Comments Off on Pernod Ricard hits back at activist investor swipe
Pernod Ricard has defended its financial record after an activist investor called for the company to sharpen up or continue to lose out to its competitors.
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Comments Off on Blockchain to clip marketing power of alcohol giants – Ambrosus CEO
Blockchain will rebalance the marketing strength of leading spirits and wine firms in favour of smaller distillers and growers by taking claims for authenticity out of their hands, a company that works with the technology has said. Read more