As an investment banking firm, we regularly dialogue with the top executives in the beverage industry. We have to chuckle when we reach a decision maker with a large beverage company and he says, "We have a corporate policy that we organically develop all of our own beverage concepts." Does this guy read the industry publications? Did he miss the surge in beverage start-ups caused by the success of Red Bull, Hansens, Vitamin Water, and others? It seems like the major source of innovation in the beverage industry is coming from these new rule makers that defy the odds and launch successful new brands and even new categories. This surge of innovative activity is fun. What energy. It reminds us of the old Internet days - lots of money, talent, ideas, hope, energy, and potential successful businesses. This is the innovation environment in the beverage industry and any large company ... [more..]

A steakhouse is absolutely a marvelous place for those who have special taste buds for beef products. Are you really among those steak lovers, who keep on visiting a particular steakhouse? Is that you have got bored of going to the same place over and over again? Then, south street seaport steakhouse is the ideal place for you. It is quite natural that one person gets fed up of going to same place for eating dinner. After few months, he or she will surely look out for a change. South Street Seaport Steakhouse caters to a variety of customers that have special interest in beef dishes. Steakhouse is the ultimate restaurant that offers tasty steak. Usually, the steak consists of beef slices and its products. They are slashed into desired shapes and cooked properly, to lend the special taste to it. South Street Seaport Steakhouse is famous for delicious and lip ... [more..]

The global packaging industry has witnessed strong growth over the past few years, with packaging container sales accounting for the major part. Used in a wide range of industries across food and drink, healthcare, cosmetics and other consumer goods, packaging has become an essential everyday item, with its usage growing broadly in line with the global economy. Packaging growth is typically higher than GDP in emerging markets. Changes in lifestyle, demographics and consumer habits influence packaging and overall consumption. Innovations in products and packaging are driving market growth in different geographic regions. Easy handling, longer shelf life, maintenance of carbonation etc are some other factors which are contributing in the growth of beverage can market. Beverage cans can remain cold for a longer duration and in addition to these, metals (aluminum and steel) are completely recyclable and are environment friendly which further boosts the growth of beverage can market. ... [more..]