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The job cuts, all part of a reorganisation of the company, include some posts that had been vacant but the majority are believed to be management positions.

National Beverage Corp has seen soaring raw material costs hit its fourth quarter and full year net income, despite a rise in sales revenues.

Molson Coors has confirmed an addition to its board of directors.

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The Coca-Cola Co. has confirmed details of its latest dividend and the election of two new officers.

I know what is top of mind for all of you - the current macroeconomic environment and its impact on our results," said Muhtar Kent, CEO of The Coca-Cola Company, yesterday (17 July) as he reported the soft drinks group's second quarter results.

Pernod Ricard has been set a selection of hoops to jump through ahead of the closure of its acquisition of Vin & Sprit.

DENVER, CO and MONTREAL (MARKET WIRE) Molson Coors Brewing Company (NYSE: TAP) (TSX: TAP) announced today that former brewing and leading consumer goods executive Iain J.G. Napier will join its Board of Directors effective immediately.

DENVER, CO (MARKET WIRE) Today, DC Brands International, Inc. (PINKSHEETS: DCBR) announced they have submitted samples of their new H.A.R.D. Nutrition Functional Water systems products to the online beverage industry's bellwether, BevNet.com. The company's V.P. of Sales, Jim Randall, said, "You never know what will happen with these types of reviews. However, after receiving their samples, I know that they had a rather lengthy phone conversation with our CEO, Richard Pearce. I was in his office for the call and it certainly seemed as if they understood the groundbreaking nature of our brand. Their site is viewed

Unilever has introduced a new educational TV campaign for its cholesterol lowering brand Flora pro.activ.