AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoAlcohol Regulation: Kenya’s tax authority says counterfeit spirits helped cut excise revenue by Sh7.6bn, amid concerns over methanol-tainted drinks. India’s Scotch Dispute: Liquor companies are challenging officials’ attempt to keep bulk Scotch imports under a 150% tariff, despite the India-UK trade pact’s reduced rate. Cleaner Production: Refresco is rolling out 21.5MWp of rooftop solar across four UK beverage plants; its Bridgwater installation is expected to supply about 17% of the site’s annual electricity needs. Beverage Results: Vietnam’s SABECO reported nine-month revenue up 5.1% and profit up 8.9%, with improved margins and stronger operating cash flow. Supply Chain Tech: Food logistics startup Loamy raised $6 million to bring crop, storage and shipping operations onto one digital platform. Menu Moves: IndiGo refreshed its onboard offering with regional dishes, expanded pre-order choices and recyclable packaging. Industry Loss: Tony Lim, founder of Malaysian restaurant chains BananaBro and Boat Noodle, has died aged 47.
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