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LOS ANGELES, CA (MARKET WIRE) Eco-Safe systems USA, Inc. (PINKSHEETS: ESFS) is proud to announce the appointment of Dr. Arthur Dawson as the Director of the one of their most exciting operating Divisions, Eco-Safe Fresh Vegetable and Fruit.

Childhood obesity is already a chronic problem and is forecast to escalate further during the next few decades. Soft drinks are frequently cited as one of the dietary villains behind this worrying trend, but Annette Farr believes voluntary measures taken by drinks companies on both sides of the Atlantic demonstrate the industry's commitment to tackling the problem.

MISSISSAUGA, ONTARIO (MARKET WIRE) Prime Restaurants Royalty Income Fund (TSX: EAT.UN) announced today that it has declared a cash distribution of $0.094 per trust unit for the period October 1, 2008 to October 31, 2008. The distribution will be made november 17, 2008 to Unitholders of record at the close of business on October 31, 2008.

Efes Breweries International has said that beer volumes increased by around 8% during the first nine months of 2008.

Asia pacific Breweries (APB) plans to build a new brewery in Goa, and is on the hunt for a second location in the country.

Coca Cola India has said it recorded an 18% increase in soft drinks volumes in its third quarter, boosted by improved routes to market and strong marketing.

Hong Kong has further cemented its position as Asia's wine hub, after being chosen to host Vinexpo Asia-Pacific in 2010.

LAS VEGAS, NV (MARKET WIRE) Bionic Products, Inc. (PINKSHEETS: BNPD) is pleased to announce that UFC Former Heavyweight Champion and star of Spike TV's "The Ultimate Fighter," Frank Mir, and Bare-Knuckle Champion, Ken Hahn, will endorse Bionic-Tonic(R) through joint promotional advertising.

TORONTO, ONTARIO (MARKET WIRE) Attention: Health & Lifestyle Editors

Bacardi Brown-Forman Brands has announced the 'soft launch' of premium Fijian rum brand, Seven Tiki.