UK: Nichols to launch Myprotein Clear Whey Protein Water

Nichols, the UK-based diversified soft drinks group, has announced the forthcoming launch of Myprotein Clear Whey Protein Water. Scheduled for release in September 2026, the new product line expands the group’s functional drinks portfolio and builds on its existing partnership with THG plc, the global e-commerce group, under a multi-year brand licence agreement. The new […]

UK: Nestle unveils Aero and Milkybar chocolate collaboration

Nestle, the global food a manufacturer, has launched a new chocolate range in the UK and Ireland that features a collaboration between its Aero and Milkybar brands. The new range combines the “bubble” experience of Aero confectionery with Milkybar white chocolate and is produced at the company’s factory in York. The products are available in […]

UK: Lavazza and Muller launch chilled coffee range

Lavazza has partnered with dairy company Muller to launch a new ready-to-drink chilled coffee range inspired by Italian recipes. The new dairy-based range is available in a 220ml format and features four varieties: Cappuccino, Latte Macchiato, Caramel Latte flavour, and Cappuccino Tiramisu. According to the companies, the collaboration pairs Lavazza’s coffee knowledge with Muller’s capabilities […]

Germany: Capri-Sonne forays into energy drinks

Capri-Sonne, the Switzerland-based beverage company, is expanding its portfolio in Germany with the launch of a new energy drink brand targeted at adults called Game On. Breaking away from traditional carbonated cans, Game On is a still energy drink packaged in a deposit-free, resealable 330ml pouch designed for flexible, on-the-go convenience. According to the company, […]

Japan: Coca-Cola to launch “beanless” RTD coffee substitute

Coca-Cola, the soft drinks multinational is introducing a “beanless” coffee substitute in Japan this September under its Georgia ready-to-drink label. The product, which will be named Cafe Water, represents the enterprise’s first product of its kind anywhere in the world and enters the market as a chilled, canned beverage. The launch addresses long-term agricultural sustainability […]

UK: PepsiCo expands into overnight oats

PepsiCo, the food and drinks giant, has expanded beyond its traditional hot breakfast offering with the launch of a ready-to-prepare Overnight Oats range under its Quaker brand in the UK. The new product line began rolling out across UK retail channels in June. Available in Blueberry and Mocha Choc Chip variants, the range combines 100% […]

Sweden: Jealsa introduces tuna in paper cartons

Jealsa, the Spanish seafood producer, has collaborated with food packaging specialist Tetra Pak to launch what they claim is the industry’s first carton packaging for shelf-stable tuna. The innovation debuted last month in Sweden with retailer Axfood in a 200ml format, representing a paper-based alternative to traditional round cans. According to the companies, the rectangular […]

UK: AB InBev launches fruit-flavour beers

AB InBev, the global brewing giant, is debuting flavoured extensions of its Stella Artois and Bud Light beer brands for the UK market. The limited-edition Stella Artois Strawberries & Cream variant has been released as part of the brand’s role as the official beer partner of the Wimbledon 2026 tennis championships. Tapping into the growing […]

USA: Bimbo partners with Hershey for co-branded cakes and pastry range

Bimbo Bakeries USA, the US baking company owned by Mexico’s Grupo Bimbo, has partnered with Hershey to launch a co-branded cake and pastry collection across the USA. Following a debut in Mexico, the new range is scheduled to launch in American convenience stores this year. The collection is described as combining the baked goods expertise […]

UK: Matrix launches sensitive toothpaste backed by aerogel technology

Matrix, the consumer health company, has launched a new sensitive toothpaste and on-the-go oral gel range in the UK under the Ozen brand. Supported by UCL Business (UCLB), the commercialisation arm of University College London, the product range is set to launch in high street pharmacies from June. The technology behind the product was created […]

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