Cott, Jones report growing financial losses
The third quarter financial reports of two second-tier CSD companies may offer a cautionary tale to beverage firms considering a partnership with retail giants. Jones Soda and Cott Corporation announced…
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The Pepsi Bottling Group signs agreement to distribute Muscle Milk
SOMERS, NY, November 6, 2008 – The Pepsi Bottling Group, Inc. (NYSE: PBG) today announced that it has signed an agreement with CytoSport, Inc. to distribute Muscle Milk, the leader…
Consumers can now purchase Project 7 purified water to help ‘change the score’
SOUTHLAKE, Texas (Sept. 29, 2008) – Project 7, a consumer goods company passionate about social change, today announced the launch of its first product-Project 7 Purified Water, available for purchase…
Senomyx receives generally recognized as safe determination for s2383 sucralose enhancer
SAN DIEGO, CA, Nov. 5, 2008 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ — Senomyx, Inc.(NASDAQ:SNMX), a leading company focused on using proprietary technologies to discover and develop novel flavor ingredients for the food, beverage and…
Biotta, Inc. introduces ten new beverage varieties and new single serve bottles for 2009
October 17, 2008 (Carmel, IN) – Biotta, Inc., the organic beverage company founded in 1931 in Switzerland, will be introducing ten new fresh, delicious beverage varieties to their line for…
The Flow: Volt and the vote, Pepsi in China
FINANCIALS Ball Corp said it plans to close metal beverage packaging manufacturing plants in Kansas City, Missouri, and Guayama, Puerto Rico, and sees a related charge of about $32 million.…
Iceland Spring Adopts New Brand Positioning and Launches Concerted Marketing Campaign for 2009
Iceland Spring, the premium natural Icelandic spring water, is adopting a new positioning for its brand combined with its launch of an aggressive marketing campaign for 2009. With a steadily…
Red Bull to introduce an energy shot in 2009
, Assistant Editor Red Bull will enter the fast-growing energy shot market in 2009, according to Patrice Radden, spokeswoman for Red Bull North America. “We recognize that some consumers are…
Branded ingredients, Probiotics and Cosmetic ingredients major trends from SupplySide West
Photo Gallery >> , BevNET staff Over 1,000 companies gathered at the Sands Expo Center in Las Vegas from October 22-24 for SupplySide West. The show is a major forum…
Government scrutiny of BPA unlikely to affect beverages
, Assistant Editor Washington politicians are questioning the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s handling of a chemical used in beverage can linings. Sen. Charles Grassley (R-IA) separately and Reps. John…
Sidel expands its range of hot fillers
Sidel’s Veloce FM guarantees accurate filling thanks to electronic flow meters that measure the precise amount of product to be filled. Because the Veloce FM does not recirculate the product…
Senomyx announces receipt of milestone payment from the Coca-Cola Company
SAN DIEGO, CA – October 28, 2008 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ — Senomyx, Inc.(NASDAQ:SNMX), a leading company focused on using proprietary technologies to discover and develop novel flavor ingredients for the food, beverage…
The Flow: Caffeine petition, Pepsi’s designs
FINANCIALS Viva Beverages, LLC signed an exclusive contract with Surefil LLC to produce a two ounce liquid dietary and vitamin supplement, Quick Energy. • Danisco agreed to acquire an equity…
Leading Brands, Inc. Introduces PureBlue SuperJuice
VANCOUVER, Canada, Oct. 27, 2008 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Leading Brands, Inc. (Nasdaq:LBIX), North America’s only fully integrated premium branded beverage company, is pleased to announce the launch of PureBlue(tm) SuperJuice.…