http://www.cgastrategy.co.uk/newsfile News about the UK Drinks Industry from CGA Limited, the definitive source of information for the On-Trade Copyright (c) CGA, 2006 144 48 http://www.cgastrategy.co.uk/newsfile/cganews.gif http://www.cgastrategy.co.uk en-GB amy@cgastrategy.co.uk info@skillzone.ltd.uk 1440 http://www.cgastrategy.co.uk/newsfile/?item=20081120.121850 Evidence for the increasing popularity of seasonal and specialist beers is provided by James Clay beer importers and the Caledonian Brewery. James Clay is bringing beers over from the USA and Germany, whilst the Caledonian brewery has unveiled a beer for each season. 20 Nov 2008 12:18:50 GMT 20081120.121850 http://www.cgastrategy.co.uk/newsfile/?item=20081117.161629 Announcing its results for the 6 months to 30th September 2008, last week, SABMiller plc said that it achieved a 4% increase in revenue thanks to firm pricing, its “diversified global footprint" and other factors. UK volumes rose 17 per cent in the six months to the end of September 2008. 17 Nov 2008 16:16:29 GMT 20081117.161629 http://www.cgastrategy.co.uk/newsfile/?item=20081117.121229 Brand effect, brewery shares, Cardiff cocktails and more in CGA’s weekly instalment of news, views and gossip. 17 Nov 2008 12:12:29 GMT 20081117.121229 http://www.cgastrategy.co.uk/newsfile/?item=20081110.122717 Both Carlsberg and InBev last week gave more evidence of the rocky times facing the UK beer industry. InBev said that, in the 3 months to September, its UK beer volumes were down 5.3%. Carlsberg announced that it will close its Tetley brewery in Leeds, in 2011. 10 Nov 2008 12:27:17 GMT 20081110.122717 http://www.cgastrategy.co.uk/newsfile/?item=20081110.121858 ASK in Southport, Liquid Wars, Gin Club and more in CGA’s weekly instalment of news, views and gossip. 10 Nov 2008 12:18:58 GMT 20081110.121858 http://www.cgastrategy.co.uk/newsfile/?item=20081107.123323 Both Punch and Wetherspoons issued trading statement this week. Both pubcos also concluded that, despite difficulties, their businesses are robust enough to stay on course. 07 Nov 2008 12:33:23 GMT 20081107.123323 http://www.cgastrategy.co.uk/newsfile/?item=20081104.121013 Pernod Ricard last week announced its first quarter results, with a 13% increase in consolidated net sales, despite problems in the UK and Ireland. 04 Nov 2008 12:10:13 GMT 20081104.121013 http://www.cgastrategy.co.uk/newsfile/?item=20081103.131429 Tennents Sub Zero, North Pole comes to Manchester, Mango flavoured lager and more in CGA’s weekly instalment of news, views and gossip. 03 Nov 2008 13:14:29 GMT 20081103.131429 http://www.cgastrategy.co.uk/newsfile/?item=20081027.161255 InBev, Whyte & Mackay have launched new promotions and Marston’s and Tuaca have sponsored sporting cinematic events events. 27 Oct 2008 16:12:55 GMT 20081027.161255 http://www.cgastrategy.co.uk/newsfile/?item=20081027.123858 4th birthday, Taffy Apple Cider. Edinburgh iBar and more in CGA’s weekly instalment of news, views and gossip. 27 Oct 2008 12:38:58 GMT 20081027.123858 http://www.cgastrategy.co.uk/newsfile/?item=20081021.110507 A selection of drink’s companies and bar owners reported results last week. Despite markedly different fortunes, all of them are factoring the uncertain economic outlook into their expectations. 21 Oct 2008 11:05:07 GMT 20081021.110507