Excel Bottling Co. launched the latest flavor in its pure cane sugar soda line: Moonsicle.

Keurig Dr Pepper Inc. (KDP), Burlington, Mass., and Plano, Texas, reported financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2019.

“I am very pleased with our strong revenue growth and improved operating performance in the first quarter,” said Frank Harrison, chairman and chief executive officer of Coca-Cola Consolidated, in a statement.

All packs, which hit stores in May, sport a new look featuring the word “Enjoy” written in the iconic Coca-Cola Spencerian Script before “Coca-Cola” to connect the joy of drinking a Coca-Cola with savoring new summer experiences, the company says.

The Coca-Cola Co., Atlanta, reported another quarter of solid operating performance, capping off strong financial results for the year, it says.

As consumers’ beverage choices have shifted, the carbonated soft drinks (CSD) market has taken the one of the largest hits.

Coca-Cola beverages just got a lot smaller in Canada. Coca-Cola, Coca-Cola Zero Sugar, Diet Coke and Sprite now are available in a more compact and resealable 250-ml mini bottle. The new “mini” package size kicks off a year of innovation for Coca-Cola in Canada, which will introduce more than 20 new beverages across the company’s portfolio, including low- and no-calorie drinks, bold flavors and soda water beverages, the company says.

PepsiCo Inc., Purchase, N.Y., announced senior leadership appointments that support the company's strategic priorities and growth agenda.

Keurig Dr Pepper Inc., Burlington, Mass., and Plano, Texas, reported financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ending Dec. 31, 2018, and provided guidance for adjusted diluted EPS growth for 2019 in line with the company's merger targets.   

Every segment of the beverage industry is a capital intensive operation. The facility, machinery, equipment and processes required to build a carbonated soft drink (CSD) plant, brewery, winery or distillery creates assets from which a return would be expected. With such important investments, the created assets must be protected to ensure maximized utilization and efficiency, as well as minimized downtime and damage.