International Business

The acquisition of an Australia-based health beverage maker signals Coke's first step into a category that's growing in more ways than one.

The company will acquire a 20% stake in MTD Products, extending an existing commercial relationship that includes the manufacture of outdoor products under the Craftsman brand.

Leveraging solutions from SAP Ariba, Grupo Boticário has created a simplified digital process to efficiently manage and collaborate across the entire supply chain.

The Hershey Co. recently promoted Phil Stanley, its vice president of sales business development, to the role of chief sales officer.

CGT looks at emerging technologies that offer unique solutions to consumer goods companies seeking to transform their organizations. This week: price intelligence tool Competitoor. 

Nestlé expands its offerings by becoming Starbucks' retail partner; Coca-Cola dives into the category by acquiring UK-based Costa.

The Blockchain in Transport Alliance aims to spearhead the development of standards and drive adoption across the industry.

The acquisition expands Tyson's value-added protein capabilities and strengthens its global presence.