Diageo has introduced a new global division to combine ‘luxury assets’ into one portfolio including brands such as Brora and Port Ellen.

International Beverage has entered into an agreement with Anora Group plc to acquire its Larsen Cognac business.

Last year, 23 Restaurant Services acquired and added Don the Beachcomber restaurant brand to its portfolio, now in honour of Donn’s birthday on 22 February, the Tampa, Florida-based hospitality company is moving forward with an expansive growth strategy for its new tiki-themed restaurant brand.

Brown-Forman Corporation has announced the appointment of Larry Combs to the newly created role of chief information officer and director of supply chain integration and strategy.

St-Rémy, the French brandy, is expanding its global strategy St-Rémy Café, with the launch of a selection of warm coffee cocktails created by St-Rémy’s in-house mixologists.

Spirits giant Pernod Ricard has signed an agreement to acquire The Whisky Exchange from founders Sukhinder and Rajbir Singh.

The Macallan single malt Scotch whisky and Bentley Motors have announced a partnership with a key focus on sustainability.

The European spirits industry has urged governments to rebuild transatlantic ties and fight protectionist measures following a 19% export decline in 2020.

Leading Chilean wine producer Concha y Toro increased net profit by 48.6% to Ch$77,994 million (US$107.4 million) in 2020.

Premium rosé, ecommerce and innovation in packaging will form the bedrock of Foncalieu’s strategy as it bids to enjoy a strong commercial performance in 2021.

Rémy Cointreau's consolidated turnover for the 2011/12 financial year was €1,026.1 million, an increase of 13% (up 15.6% organically) compared with the previous year.

Altia Plc is buying the Xanté Company and the Xanté spirits brand from the Swedish Tilander family.

London Pride brewer Fuller’s has announced half-year growth of 6% after registering a turnover of £128m.

New US consumer goods company Rok Stars, headed by Patron Spirits co-founder John Paul DeJoria, has acquired Austrian vodka brand Oval.

SABMiller has announced the appointment of James (Jamie) Wilson as deputy chief financial officer.