Coca-Cola, a brand of Atlanta-based The Coca-Cola Co., announced a partnership with Lime, the world’s leading provider of shared electric vehicles, to reward people who are committed to recycling. To celebrate the nationwide availability of Coca-Cola Sip Sized bottles made from 100% recycled plastic material (rPET), not including the bottles’ cap and label, the companies are offering more than 40,000 free bike or e-scooter rides to people who purchase and pledge to recycle their 13.2-ounce 100% rPET Coca-Cola bottles.
MTN DEW FLAMIN’ HOT available exclusively on virtual shelves
August 25, 2021
MTN DEW tapped fellow PepsiCo brand, CHEETOS, to unlock the cult-favorite taste of FLAMIN' HOT to create the first-ever beverage combining the sweet, citrus DEW with a new spicy goodness, the company says.
Dallas-based LALA U.S. Inc. announced that dessert-inspired yogurt smoothies and cremas are the newest addition to the LALA brand of fresh dairy products. The new products include three flavors of dessert yogurt smoothies and two flavors of fruit and crema desserts.
Paul, Koia will introduce Koia vending machine program on HBCU campuses
August 20, 2021
NBA All-Star Chris Paul continues to pursue his plant-based mission with a financial investment in Los Angeles-based Koia, leaders in 100% plant-based nutrition shakes. This investment furthers Paul's goal of providing better access for healthy foods to all and promoting the benefits he personally experiences from a plant-based lifestyle.
Company pledges to replenish more than 100% of water used in high-risk areas by 2030
August 17, 2021
PepsiCo Inc., Purchase, N.Y., announced its ambition to become "Net Water Positive" by 2030, aiming to replenish more water than the company uses, which would place it among the most water-efficient food or beverage manufacturers operating in high-risk watersheds.
Jack Belsito, managing partner of First Bev, will assume CEO role
August 16, 2021
Health-Ade, Los Angeles, announced that long-standing partner First Bev has acquired a controlling stake in the company. The deal also is backed by powerhouse investors including Manna Tree, a Vail, Colo.-based investment firm committed to improving human health through nutrition.
Limited-time soft drink only available through new reward program
August 16, 2021
Dr Pepper, a brand of Keurig Dr Pepper, announced consumers now can access their latest exclusive indulgence: FANtastic Chocolate. The combination of Dr Pepper and chocolate is an extra sweet treat that is available for a limited-time offering, while supplies last.
5 zero-emission Volvo VNR Electric trucks join wholesaler delivery system
August 12, 2021
Volvo Trucks North America, Greensboro, N.C., delivered its first Class 8, battery-electric regional hauling truck on the East Coast to customer Manhattan Beer Distributors.
Flavored malt beverage innovation to hit shelves in early 2022
August 10, 2021
Boston-based The Boston Beer Co. and PepsiCo, Purchase, N.Y., announced plans to enter a business collaboration to produce HARD MTN DEW alcoholic beverage. The partnership unites Boston Beer's world-class innovation and expertise in alcohol beverages with one of PepsiCo's most iconic and beloved brands.