Latvia: Beer imports reach 60% of the market in Latvia
“Latvian beer industry is currently at its historically lowest point. We have gone from beer makers to beer importers,” said Latvian Society of Independent Brewers (LNAB) chairman and Labietis brewery ... More
22/06/2024

Japan & Malaysia: Japan’s Sapporo Premium Beer now brewed locally in Malaysia
The finest malt and hops brewed with Japanese craftsmanship to a crisp, well-balanced lager is being introduced to beer lovers across Malaysia, The Star reported on June 21. Now brewed locally ... More
21/06/2024

UK: UK drinks maker Britvic rejects second takeover bid from Carlsberg
Robinsons owner Britvic has rejected a £3.1bn bid from Carlsberg, the second offer made by the Danish brewer in a matter of days, Moneyweek reported. Britvic, which is based in Hertfordshire, ... More
21/06/2024

France: Barley crop condition worsens in France
Barley crop conditions worsened in France last week, according to a report by state agency FranceAgriMer. The condition of wheat is stable. The share of winter barley sowings in good to ... More
21/06/2024

Kenya: Supreme Court declines Heineken bid to halt Sh1.8bn award to local distributor
The Supreme Court has declined to suspend an order that directed Dutch beermaker Heineken to pay local distributor Maxam Limited Sh1.8 billion as special damages for loss of business after ... More
20/06/2024

Canada & China: Canadian barley has opportunity in China - analyst
Canadian barley growers might have a window of opportunity to regain some lost market share in China, says an analyst, The Western Producer reported. The U.S. Department of Agriculture is forecasting ... More
20/06/2024

Nigeria: EnjoyCorp Limited completes acquisition of 86.5 percent stake in Champion Breweries
Champion Breweries Plc has announced the completion of the acquisition of an 86.5 percent stake by EnjoyCorp Limited, a food, beverage, and hospitality firm, The Cable reported on June 19. Imo-Abasi ... More
19/06/2024

India: Allied Blenders and Distillers files for $180 mln IPO
Indian liquor company Allied Blenders and Distillers (ABD) on June 19 filed for an initial public offering (IPO) to raise up to $180 million, amid intensifying competition in a market ... More
19/06/2024

France & Belgium: French beer gaining popularity in Belgium
Over the last ten years, French brewers have been increasing production as their beers have become more popular, Euronews.com reported on June 18. Brewers in France are taking on traditionally beer-producing ... More
19/06/2024

India & Japan: Craft beer maker Bira 91 raises $25 mln from investor Kirin Holdings
Craft beer maker Bira 91 has raised $25 million in funding through External Commercial Borrowing (ECB) from its existing investor Kirin Holdings, Indian Startup News reported on June 18. The ... More
19/06/2024