Hillebrand rebrand ahead of ‘journey of growth’

Global beverage and bulk liquid forwarder JF Hillebrand is unifying its various business arms, including past acquisitions such as Trans Ocean Bulk Logistics and Satellite Logistics Group, under the one Hillebrand banner.

Bar Convent breakdown: Rum under the spotlight at BCB

Rum is this year’s star player at Bar Convent Berlin – the show which puts the spotlight on the biggest hitting trends driving growth and engagement in the bar sector.

Bolney moves to 100% recyclable bottles

Sussex-based winery Bolney Wine Estate has redesigned its labelling to make its bottles 100% recyclable for the first time.

Hallgarten invests in European portfolio with 40 new wines

Bar Convent confirms new venue for 2020 expansion

Berlin-based international bar trade event Bar Convent has found a new, bigger home.

WineGB welcomes MPs' support for UK wineries

WineGB has welcomed the move from a number of MPs for more support for the UK’s small vineyards.

Halewood’s London gin distillery completes refurb following visitor surge

Accommodation and food services industry among most disrupted by Brexit

The UK’s accommodation and food services industry has been pinpointed as likely to be one of the most disrupted sectors as a result of Brexit, according to a new study by law firm Irwin Mitchell and the Centre for Economics & Business Research (CEBR).

InVivo wine shores-up Armit with £4m investment

France’s InVivo Wine has pumped £4m into Armit Wines to shore-up the London wine merchant’s finances.

Bourgogne 2019 vintage an ‘exceptional but peculiar one'

The Bourgogne Wine Board (BIVB) has described the 2019 vintage as “without doubt a peculiar one”, adding the grape quality was "exceptional and "worthy of a year with a nine".  

Wine club collapse prompts major sell-off

Over 4,000 bottles of fine wine are to go under the hammer in an online auction next week following the collapse of Lincolnshire-based wine club 3D Wines.

Amathus expands Greek portfolio

Amathus Drinks has expanded its Greek portfolio with the addition of Markou Vineyards and Papaioannou.

Pernod Ricard consolidates business in France

French giant Pernod Ricard is consolidating in an effort to cut costs after it emerged that sales in France have fallen by €60 million (£53.4 million) over the past two years.

Gymkhana star takes home Sud de France UK Sommelier gong

A new winner has been crowned the Sud de France UK Sommelier of the Year after finalists went head-to-head to put their skills and knowledge to the test under the eyes of the judges.

Cava ramps up Christmas campaign

Cava is to target key markets UK and Belgium in the Christmas run up with a new initiative designed to raise awareness of its premium wines.

MUP: alcohol sales rise near Scottish border

Alcohol sales in English supermarkets close to the Scottish border have spiked following the ban on cheap alcohol in Scotland, new research suggests.

Wine enthusiasts urged to share vinous-related pictures

Wine enthusiasts with a passion for photography are being urged to share their vinous-related pictures on International Wine Photography Day.

Leading Langhorne Creek wineries join forces to raise profile

A number of Langhorne Creek’s leading wineries and industry bodies have joined forces in a bid to grow the region’s profile among industry players and drinkers.

Tesco CEO to leave in shock departure

Tesco boss Dave Lewis is to step down as CEO next year after serving five years in the role.

Naked Wines sells Lay & Wheeler to Coterie for £11.3m

Naked Wines has sold Lay & Wheeler to Coterie for £11.3m.