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Energy-boosting drinks have grown in popularity in Europe, as consumers seek functional drinks that can help improve performance, focus and energy levels at work (at home or in the traditional office/workplace) or at the gym. This was accelerated by…

In Asia Pacific, consumer need states in food and beverages cut across physical, mental and emotional wellbeing. Food and beverage companies can unlock opportunities in addressing consumers’ health goals by utilising functional ingredients and…

Plastic holds leading position in global packaging demand, accounting for almost two thirds of retail sales, with versatility and efficiency key to its success. Plastic is, however, under increasing pressure as a source of waste. To establish plastic…

This report examines the early impact of the war in Ukraine on the drinks sector in Russia in the drinks sector. Product availability, prices and company presence are seeing shifts due to sanctions and decisions by international players to leave…

This report analyses the emergence of third-party nutrition labels and their relevance in a post-Coronavirus (COVID-19) world. While comparing different labels a particular focus is on Nutri-Score that has been in the spotlight recently receiving…