Coca-Cola
Coca-Cola Vietnam Shifts Production To Tay Ninh
Coca-Cola is closing its factory in Ho Chi Minh City after 30 years, moving operations to a new $136 million facility in Tay Ninh Province. The land lease on the old site expires this month, and the company has two years to dismantle equipment, restore the site and transfer assets. The new 19-hectare Tay Ninh plant, the company’s largest in Vietnam, houses five advanced lines with annual capacity of up to one billion liters. It is also the first beverage factory in Vietnam with LEED Gold certification.
Coca-Cola Plans New Plant In Telangana
Coca-Cola is to invest ₹2,398 crore to build a new plant in Telangana, India, according to the state’s deputy chief minister. Approved by a Cabinet Sub-Committee on Industrial Promotion, it is part of a broader package of projects by other companies expected to create more than 1,500 jobs. Officials said the facility will also support local mango and orange farmers by boosting demand for their crops.
Danone
Danone Expands Dairy Hub in Valencia
Danone invested €60 million to transform its Aldaia plant in Valencia into a major innovation and production hub. Now the company’s largest facility in Spain, it develops over 180 dairy products and supplies multiple European markets. The plant absorbed most of the production from Danone’s former Parets del Vallès site in Barcelona, integrating both existing and new equipment. It produces 266 SKUs, including Activia, Actimel, and YoPRO, and increased output by 60% in five years.
Other Companies
Släcka Positions Itself As A Snack In A Can
US startup Släcka’s functional beverage is positioned as a “snack replacement” rather than an energy drink. Developed over two years, the drink combines ingredients such as 5-HTP for satiety, paraxanthine for focus, L-theanine for calm and electrolytes for hydration. Sweetened with OnoSweet, a zero-calorie cane-derived option, it avoids the bitterness of stevia. Available in flavors like strawberry lemonade and watermelon margarita, Släcka aims to curb mid-day cravings that often lead to unhealthy snacking. The brand is expanding from direct-to-consumer sales into regional retail and is marketing heavily through digital platforms.
Reliance Expands Packaged Water With Two Brands
Reliance is building its presence in India’s bottled water market with two brands: Campa Sure and Independence. Both are priced below rivals, with a one-liter bottle of Campa Sure at ₹15 and Independence’s 1.5-litre at ₹20. Reliance leverages its vast retail network to expand distribution quickly, though experts note that brand trust will be key in the “high-risk” packaged water category, now subject to stricter regulations. Analysts expect regional, low-cost players may lose share.
Cambodia Cola Challenges Multinational Brands
Cambodian companies Chip Mong Group and Khmer Beverages launched “Cambodia Cola,” positioned as a patriotic alternative to Coca-Cola. It emerged after Coca-Cola ended a contract with rlocal apper VannDa, sparking public backlash tied to freedom-of-expression concerns. Cambodia Cola promotes national unity with slogans such as “The Spirit of Unity” and aims to build consumer loyalty by appealing to economic patriotism. Khmer Beverages, already a leading local producer, brings significant capacity and expertise to the venture.
NZ’s Ārepa Expands Sparkling Brain Drink Range
New Zealand brand Ārepa launched new sparkling flavors for its “Brain Drinks,” designed to support focus and calm. The range now includes Yuzu Lemon & Vanilla and Spiced Orange, alongside earlier flavors like Ginger Peach. They are formulated with ingredients such as American ginseng, L-theanine, magnesium and B vitamins, which research links to stress relief, mental alertness and improved sleep. The company also introduced Brain Capsules for sleep and plans new product formats, including powders and functional foods.
Oi Ocha Adds Lemon Green Tea Drink To Its Portfolio
Japanese tea brand Oi Ocha’s LEMON GREEN blends cold-brewed green tea with lemon and lemongrass. Available in Japan and the US, the drink is part of the PURE series, designed for a smoother, less bitter taste. The US version features stronger lemon notes to suit local preferences. Los Angeles Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani appears in promotions, reflecting the product’s cross-market appeal. At the same time, Oi Ocha introduced a limited-edition Yuzu Hojicha in Japan. ITO EN, owner of the brand, sees rising overseas demand for flavored teas, with exports and sales of Oi Ocha products growing steadily.
ThaiBev
ThaiBev To Invest 9 Billion Baht In Fiscal 2026
ThaiBev plans to invest about 9 billion baht in fiscal 2026, with the largest share going to its non-alcoholic beverage business. Projects include a dairy farm and production site in Malaysia and a new beverage facility in Cambodia, aimed at expanding reach in regional halal and soft drink markets. Leadership said global trade uncertainty remains a challenge, but demand for non-alcoholic drinks is expected to grow double digits. ThaiBev’s investments aim to strengthen long-term growth under its “Passion 2030” plan.
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