Articles Tagged with ''The Coca-Cola Co.''

Sprite launches Cherry, Cherry Zero flavors nationwide

Flavor inspired by insights from Coca-Cola Freestyle machines

February 13, 2017

After a number of successful limited-time flavor innovations, Sprite, a brand of Atlanta-based The Coca-Cola Co., is adding two new cherry-flavored products to its beverage portfolio. Sprite Cherry is hitting store shelves nationwide in a 20-ounce PET bottle. The brand also is introducing Sprite Cherry Zero to give fans another zero-sugar and zero-calorie option, the company says. Both new options are caffeine-free and made with 100 percent natural flavors, it adds.

Simply Lemonade with Strawberry, Simply Peach

February 8, 2017

Simply Beverages, a brand of The Coca-Cola Co., expanded its line of natural juices and juice drinks with the introduction of two new products: Simply Lemonade with Strawberry and Simply Peach.

Coca-Cola Bottling Co. Consolidated to expand distribution

Company signs letter of intent for territories in Cleveland

February 7, 2017

Coca-Cola Bottling Co. Consolidated (CCBCC), Charlotte, N.C., announced that it has signed a non-binding letter of intent with Atlanta-based The Coca-Cola Co., to expand the company's distribution territory in northern Ohio.

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Atlantic Coca-Cola Bottling’s history runs deep

Bottler acquires territories, assets from Coca-Cola Refreshments

Tom Kelley

January 16, 2017

For a family-run company that has been in the beverage business for more than a century, Atlantic Coca-Cola Bottling Co., Atlantic, Iowa, is by no means stuck in the past. Late last year, the company grew from two locations to nine, expanding its territory to cover most of Iowa and portions of adjoining states. As part of the acquisition, Atlantic also has accelerated its shift to end-load equipment, including the recent purchase of 16 new Kenworth T370 tractors and 13 new trailers.

Dunkin’ Donuts RTD Coffees

January 9, 2017

Expanding on its ready-to-drink (RTD) beverage portfolio, The Coca-Cola Co. partnered with Dunkin’ Brands Group Inc. to introduce Dunkin’ Donuts RTD Coffees nationwide this month.

Coca-Cola, AB InBev reach agreement on Africa business

Coca-Cola looks to refranchise new assets

December 21, 2016

Atlanta-based The Coca-Cola Co. and Anheuser-Busch InBev (AB InBev), Leuven, Belgium, have reached an agreement regarding the transition of AB InBev's 54.5 percent equity stake in Coca-Cola Beverages Africa (CCBA) for $3.15 billion, after customary adjustments.

The Best Beverage Packages of 2016

Voss, Coca-Cola, Dr Pepper among Top 5 best packages

Amanda Del Buono

December 16, 2016

Packaging is a key marketing element for any beverage brand when launching a new product, a package redesign or for a marketing campaign.

Coca-Cola announces senior leadership changes

James Quincey to succeed Muhtar Kent as CEO in May

December 9, 2016

The Coca-Cola Co., Atlanta, announced that its Board of Directors has unanimously approved the recommendation of Chairman and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Muhtar Kent for an evolution of the company’s senior leadership structure. Under the new structure, company veteran James Quincey, president and chief operating officer (COO), will succeed Kent as CEO, effective May 1, 2017.

Coca-Cola Beverages Florida adds territories, facilities

Company expands to north Florida in its coverage

November 2, 2016

Coca-Cola Beverages Florida LLC, Tampa, Fla., has closed a transaction with an affiliate of The Coca-Cola Co., Atlanta, for distribution rights in five North Florida territories, including Jacksonville, Gainesville, Orlando, Daytona and Brevard County, along with production facilities in Jacksonville and Orlando.

ABA announces election of new officers

New members join Board of Directors

November 1, 2016

The Washington, D.C.-based American Beverage Association (ABA) announced the election of Jeff Honickman, chief executive officer of Pepsi-Cola & National Brand Beverages Ltd., Pennsauken, N.J., as chair of its Board of Directors, as well as other officers and members to the Board.

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