Hine returns to travel retail through SipWell deal
Independent cognac house Hine has appointed SipWell to drive its travel retail presence across the UK, US and Asia.
New management structure at Accolade
Accolade Wines, which is the fifth largest global wine company, is to split the existing role of European commercial general manager into two, covering mainland Europe and UK & Ireland, to focus better on these two strategically crucial markets.
Bacardi poaches Diageo high flyer
Bacardi has announced the appointment of Ron Anderson as senior vice president and chief commercial officer.
UK: Pernod appoints new wine director
Pernod Ricard UK has promoted Chris Ellis to the role of commercial director of wines, with effect from July 1, 2012.
Beam announces management changes
Beam Inc has announced a new commercial structure in its Europe/Middle East/Africa (EMEA) region.
Diageo appoints new Western Europe chief
Diageo has appointed a head of its Western Europe division. From September 1, John Kennedy is to become chief operating officer, Diageo Western Europe. Kennedy is currently managing director, Diageo Ireland.
Aspall invests £4m and restructures business
UK cider producer Aspall is to restructure its business and invest £4m following “40% volume growth” last year.
Champagne Nicolas Feuillatte hires commercial director
Champagne cooperative Centre Vinicole – Champagne Nicolas Feuillatte has appointed Julie Campos as commercial director.
Chivas Regal launches global ad campaign
Scotch whisky brand Chivas Regal has launched a global television commercial as part of the ongoing Live with Chivalry campaign.
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Ben Branson on the future of non-alc spirits
In his inaugural column for Drinks International, Branson takes a wider look at the overall non-alcoholic spirits sector to identify which brands will thrive and which won’t survive.
