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UK: AB InBev launches Modelo Especial in the UK
The Mexican lager brand Modelo Especial has just been introduced into the UK by its owner AB InBev via its UK distribution arm Budweiser Brewing Group (BBG), The Drinks Business . . .
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07 April, 2026
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USA: American whiskey sales fall 19% year-on-year
For the first time, the Distilled Spirits Council of the United States (Discus) has released export figures, The Drinks Business reported on April 7.
They show that exports of American whiskey . . .
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07 April, 2026
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Germany: Eichbaum brewery rescued by investors amid restructure
The insolvent Eichbaum brewery in Mannheim is set to continue operations after creditors approved a rescue plan backed by two investors, marking a decisive step to secure the future of . . .
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07 April, 2026
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UK: Scottish barley growers hit by slump in demand for whisky
Scottish arable farmers are encountering significant challenges in securing malting barley contracts for the 2026 harvest, a situation marking a departure from the historical stability of this crucial cropping rotation. . . .
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07 April, 2026
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Germany: Oettinger appoints new CEO following departure of Stefan Blaschak
Oettinger has finalized its new management structure following departure of former CEO Stefan Blaschak, who left the company around three months ahead of schedule. As previously reported, his tenure had . . .
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07 April, 2026
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Greece: Brewing industry generates EUR576 mln in added value for Greece’s economy in 2024
A new IOBE report highlights the Greek brewing sector’s €576 million direct contribution to the economy, alongside strong tax revenues, employment impact, and shifting market dynamics driven by rising costs . . .
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03 April, 2026
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Vietnam: Sabeco adopts cautious 2026 plan amid industry pressures
Saigon Beer-Alcohol-Beverage Corporation (SABECO) is set to hold its 2026 AGM on April 23 against a backdrop of underperformance last year, when the brewer failed to meet its profit target, . . .
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03 April, 2026
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Kenya: Minority shareholder in East African Breweries opposes takeover by Asahi Group
A minority shareholder in East African Breweries Plc (EABL) has opposed a proposed regulatory exemption that would allow Japan’s Asahi Group Holdings to take control of the firm without making . . .
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03 April, 2026
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Ireland: Diageo invests EUR1.9 mln in community programmes in 2025
Diageo's 2025 Community Impact Report shows the drinks giant invested €1.9m in community programmes nationwide last year, Business Plus reported on April 3.
The report highlights Diageo's long-standing commitment to the . . .
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03 April, 2026
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