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Big delays as Amtrak calls in administrators

Published:  29 August, 2008

Hundreds of wine distributors and merchants suffered a blow as Amtrak courier firm fell into administration this week causing delays to deliveries across the UK, writes Shirley Webb.

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Pernod pays Fortune for US distribution of Absolut

Published:  29 August, 2008

Pernod Ricard has paid Fortune Brands $230 million (£126 million) to end a joint venture to distribute Absolut vodka in the U.S.

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Pernod Ricard plans big brand push in Christmas run-up

Published:  28 August, 2008

Consumers are likely to turn to the security of "brands" in the current economic climate and Pernod Ricard UK (PRUK) has planned a raft of activities including internet activity, quality gifting, TV advertising and cocktails in a bid to push its core brands in the UK on-and off-trade this Christmas.

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Diageo reports 9% profits rise

Published:  28 August, 2008

Diageo has reported a 7% rise in new sales and a 9% rise in operating profit, but admits that it is entering the new financial year facing slowing profit growth.

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Spirits industry legend Laurence dies

Published:  27 August, 2008

Spirits industry expert Barry Laurence has died.

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Diageo extends partnership with Ramsay

Published:  27 August, 2008

Diageo GB is to extend its partnership with Gordon Ramsay with the launch of a £3.5 million off-trade marketing campaign for Gordon's gin.

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Investigation launches into underage drinking habits

Published:  27 August, 2008

The London Assembly has launched an investigation into underage drinking habits in the capital.

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Beam unveils autumn ad campaign for Teacher's whisky

Published:  27 August, 2008

Spirits company Beam Global UK has unveiled the national press advertising campaign it is launching next month to support its on-pack offer for Teacher's Blended Scotch Whisky.

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Wines from Rioja makes bid for thirty-something market

Published:  27 August, 2008

Wines from Rioja is making a bid to target young professionals with the launch of a high profile advertising campaign.

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Absolut announces new management team

Published:  26 August, 2008

The Absolut Company has announced a new management team following its acquisition by Pernod Ricard last month.

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ALMR slams Sainsbury's over loss-leading lager

Published:  26 August, 2008

The Association of Licensed Multiple Retailers (ALMR) has criticised Sainsbury's for selling alcohol at below cost price over the August Bank Holiday weekend.

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Analysts speculate over Diageo results

Published:  26 August, 2008

The drinks industry and beverage analysts alike are awaiting Diageo's results, due out on Thursday, with baited breath, writes Sheetal Mehta.

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Rosé sales on the rise

Published:  26 August, 2008

The popularity of rosé is on the rise, according to new research commissioned by the Wine and Spirit Trade Association (WSTA).

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Foster's reports 88% profit slump

Published:  26 August, 2008

Australian wine giant Foster's Group has reported an 88% slump in profits as sales of its wines continue to fall.

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Cost of drinking up 5% says US survey

Published:  26 August, 2008

Research carried out by a US-based pricing intelligence firm shows that the cost of alcoholic beverages in the country has risen 5% in the past year.

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Diageo on target to achieve growth targets

Published:  26 August, 2008

Diageo is expected to deliver on its target of 9% operating profit growth when it announces its full-year results on Thursday.

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Diageo launches DVD to tackle under-age drinking

Published:  26 August, 2008

Diageo GB is launching a DVD aimed at educating both on-trade and off-trade employees on the importance of identifying and refusing underage drinkers.

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Red Square packaging to be reloaded after consumer complaint

Published:  22 August, 2008

The vodka-based Red Square Reloaded alcoholic ready-to-drink is being re-packaged by brand owner Halewood International to make it clear the drink contains alcohol after a complaint was made to the Portman Group drinks industry watchdog.

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Jacquart replaces Canard-Duchene at Paragon

Published:  22 August, 2008

Champagne Jacquart has signed a new distribution deal with Paragon Vintners.

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Miller launches live music experience

Published:  22 August, 2008

Miller Genuine Draft has launched a live music venture designed to showcase emerging music talent in Scotland.

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