Press Releases
Walking for Whizz-Kidz raises £1800 - 30-07-2010
Molson Coors (UK)’s corporate charity partnership with Whizz-Kidz is off to a flying start thanks to Burton employee, Nigel Read.
Read Full Release.Scottish Football Association announce Carling as new sponsor - 21-07-2010
The Scottish Football Association (Scottish FA) can today announce a unique seven-figure, four-year sponsorship agreement with Carling.
Read Full Release.Molson Coors (UK) selects its new corporate charity partner - 20-07-2010
Following an employee vote Molson Coors employees have chosen Whizz-Kidz to be their new corporate charity partner for the next two years.
The new partnership with Whizz-Kidz follows a three-year partnership with learning disability charity, Mencap, where employees raised more than £230,000 for the charity.
Read Full Release.Revamped RSPCA Centre thanks to Brewery and Council support - 19-07-2010
The RSPCA Centre in Stretton has a new look thanks to volunteers from Molson Coors (UK) employees and East Staffordshire Borough Council.
Read Full Release.Molson Coors (UK) offers support to Carr-Gomm - 16-07-2010
A team from Molson Coors (UK)'s Burton Brewery have helped to transform the garden at a Sanctuary Carr-Gomm supported housing project in Winshill, Burton on Trent. Read Full Release.
Drinkaware appoints Mark Hunter to Board of Trustees - 30-06-2010
Drinkaware, the UK’s most recognised alcohol awareness charity, has appointed Molson Coors (UK) CEO Mark Hunter as a trustee to complement the existing Board of Trustees in mapping out the organisation’s strategic direction and to continue to drive the charity forward in its mission to reduce alcohol misuse. Read Full Release.
New Supply Chain Director for Molson Coors (UK) - 09-06-2010
Molson Coors (UK), which has breweries in Burton, Alton and Tadcaster, has announced that Lee Finney has been appointed to the Board as Supply Chain Director, replacing Martin Thomas who will retire at the end of June 2010. Read Full Release.
Local Brewery shoots and scores for Scanner Appeal - 31-05-2010
The Queen’s Hospital Scanner Appeal has received a cheque for £1,700 thanks to local brewer, Molson Coors (UK). Read Full Release.
Kick off to raise money for Scanner Appeal - 11-05-2010
Two teams from local brewer, Molson Coors (UK) will be playing in a football match at Burton Albion Football Club to raise money for the Queen’s Hospital Scanner Appeal. Read Full Release.
Molson Coors (UK) hosts local Burton candidate debate - 28-04-2010
As the General Election gets closer, local Burton parliamentary candidates will have a chance to debate on the key issues facing our local community. Read Full Release.
RSPCA get Brewery support during RSPCA Week - 21-04-2010
Molson Coors (UK) employees will be a ‘Dog’s Best Friend’ as they get to work on sprucing up the RSPCA Centre in Stretton during RSPCA Week (26 April to 2 May 2010). Read Full Release.
Molson Coors in the Community - 12-04-2010
Staff at Molson Coors (UK) in Burton on Trent and East Staffordshire Borough Council are working together to get planting across the town. Read Full Release.
Molson Coors (UK) sponsors Global Water Initiative - 08-04-2010
Molson Coors, which has breweries in Burton, Tadcaster and Alton, is to sponsor the CDP Water Disclosure Project to gather data and drive investment towards sustainable water use. Read Full Release.
Molson Coors (UK) offers support for the community - 29-03-2010
Molson Coors Brewing Company (UK) Ltd is on the hunt for local community groups who need financial support during 2010. Read Full Release.
Lights out for Molson Coors - 25-03-2010
Molson Coors Brewing Company (UK) will support the World Wildlife Fund’s Earth Hour this weekend by turning off non-essential lights within its UK sites. Read Full Release.
New Marketing Director for MCBC (UK) - 02-02-2010
Molson Coors (UK), whose brand portfolio includes Carling, Grolsch and Coors Light, has announced that Chris McDonough, currently Marketing and R&D Director and Ireland General Manager on the Muller UK Board, will join Molson Coors (UK) as Marketing Director from June 2010. Read Full Release.
THE LIGHTER WAY TO COME DANCING - 25-11-2009
BitterSweet Partnership reveals how to dance off Saturday night-in treats
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Curry Loving Brits and Celebs - 25-11-2009
It’s Cobra National Curry Week all week this week, and while fresh research highlights how curry loving Brits are spending nearly £400 million a week* on the spicy dish, we’ve picked out some self-confessed celebrity curry fans out there too. Read Full Release.
Birmingham Spices up the Recession - 25-11-2009
Birmingham weekly curry bill hits £8 million* as exotic overtakes comfort foods. New research** has put curries ahead of fish & chips and sausage & mash, as people in Birmingham switch comfort for more exotic foods to spice up their recession diet. Read Full Release.
National Brewery Centre to Open in Burton - 24-11-2009
Burton-upon-Trent, Staffordshire, UK - 24th November 2009 - Planning Solutions Ltd, a British company specialising in the operation of visitor attractions, has today announced that it will be opening a brewing visitor centre and museum in Burton on Trent. This will be based at the Horninglow Road site of the Coors Visitor Centre and Museum of Brewing (formerly the Bass Museum) which closed last year. Read Full Release.
Molson Coors Donation Lights up Burton Town - 14-10-2009
Burton Town Centre Management received an early Christmas present from local brewer, Molson Coors Brewing Company (UK) Ltd. Read Full Release.
Molson Coors announces £10m marketing investment in Cobra Beer Partnership to capitalise on ethnic food occasions - 08-10-2009
Molson Coors and Cobra Beer today officially launched the Cobra Beer Partnership, a joint venture established to build upon the brand iconic status and realise the true growth potential of ethnic food and beer dining. This drive is bolstered by a £10 million marketing budget, committed to the Cobra Beer Partnership by Molson Coors, over the next three years. Read Full Release.
Molson Coors Tops Target for Corporate Charity, Mencap - 17-09-2009
The final tally's been counted and employees at the UK's 2nd largest brewer, Molson Coors (UK) Ltd, have topped the £50,000 raised last year for learning disability charity Mencap – Molson Coors' charity partner. Read Full Release.
Molson Coors employees on their marks for Great North Run - 11-09-2009
A team of Molson Coors employees are facing up to the challenge of the Great North Run in a bid to raise money for learning disability charity Mencap – Molson Coors’ charity partner. Read Full Release.
BURTON'S LOCAL STYLE BAR SHAKES UP BEER COCKTAILS FOR TOP CELEBS - 04-09-2009
Jeremy Hives, head mixologist from the Dial Bar in Burton was in high demand this week as he served up ice cold beer and beer cocktails to a host of celebrities at BitterSweet Partnership's Inaugural Garden Party at the Sanctum Hotel in Soho, London. Read Full Release.
Molson Coors Up the Creek with a Paddle - 04-09-2009
Employees from the sales team at Molson Coors (UK) in Burton on Trent will be canoeing the River Trent, and it's all in the name of charity. Read Full Release.
A Chance to Hold the Carling Cup for Charity - 03-09-2009
Shoppers in Burton on Trent will have a chance to raise the Carling Cup thanks to Carling brewer, Molson Coors (UK) Ltd. Read Full Release.
Molson Coors Aims to Get Burton on the Record-Breaking Map - 03-09-2009
Local brewer, Molson Coors (UK) is attempting to break a Guinness World Record TM for the biggest 3-legged race. Read Full Release.
Beer Boots Are Made For Walking - 02-09-2009
Employees from Molson Coors Burton offices will put their walking boots on in the name of charity on Tuesday 8 September. Read Full Release.
Molson Coors Staff Race for Mencap - 01-09-2009
A team of nine Molson Coors’ employees from the Cardiff office will be on the starting blocks at the Cardiff 10k race in a bid to raise vital funds for Mencap – Molson Coors official charity. Read Full Release.
Molson Coors and Council pause to reflect - 27-07-2009
Staff at Molson Coors in Burton on Trent braved the British Summer weather to start work on a 'Garden of Reflection'. Read Full Release.
Singha joins the Molson Coors (UK) portfolio - 22-07-2009
In partnership with Boon Rawd Trading International (BRTI), local brewer, Molson Coors UK will be the exclusive distributor for Singha Beer. Read Full Release.
Coors Light launches its biggest ever TV, poster and in-trade campaign - 22-07-2009
Coors Light, one of Molson Coors key brands, starts a new £3.5m national advertising campaign this summer. Read Full Release.
Molson Coors teams up with Octagon Shopping Centre to create a unique garden - 22-07-2009
A team from Molson Coors Burton Brewery has created a community garden at the town’s Octagon Shopping Centre. Read Full Release.
Molson Coors (UK) signs up to support packaging reduction - 06-07-2009
The UK’s 2nd largest brewer, Molson Coors (UK), has today become the first brewer to commit fully to WRAP’s1 Courtauld Commitment.c Read Full Release.
Burton's Indian Brewing connections refreshed - 06-07-2009
Lord Karan Bilimoria, Chairman of the Cobra Beer Partnership, made his first visit to Molson Coors in Burton since the new venture began recently. Karan took the chance to meet employees in the High Street Offices and the Burton Brewery, the largest brewery in Britain. Read Full Release.
Molson Coors (UK) Seeks New Marketing Director to Oversee £70m Brand Building Investment as Simon Davies Steps Down to Set Up Specialist Consultancy - 19-06-2009
Molson Coors (UK), whose brand portfolio includes Carling, Grolsch and Coors Light, has announced that Marketing Director, Simon Davies, will leave the business after 13 years at the end of September to set up a specialist marketing consultancy. Read Full Release.
Molson Coors (UK) and Cobra Announce Formation of New Joint Venture - 03-06-2009
Local brewer, Molson Coors (UK) and Cobra Beer have announced the formation of Cobra Beer Partnership Ltd., a joint venture company that will own, produce and market the Cobra beer brand. Read Full Release.
Don't Call Time on the Local - 19-05-2009
The local pub is the bastion of the British town, yet new research from Carling reveals that the UK population is more likely to be watching a pub on TV than spending time in their local - leading the UK's number one beer brand to take direct action. Read Full Release.
Annual Charity Night raises £670 for Mencap - 14-04-2009
Local music group, SoulinBurton held their annual Charity night on Saturday 28 February at the Guildhall in Burton on Trent and raised £670 for Mencap.
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Coors Brewers Ltd Changes Its Name To Molson Coors Brewing Company (UK) Ltd - 01-04-2009
Coors Brewers Ltd, which has three UK breweries in Burton on Trent, Alton and Tadcaster, has announced it will change its name to Molson Coors Brewing Company (UK) Limited, with effect from March 31st 2009.
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Molsen Coors Goes Dark For Earth Hour - 26-03-2009
Global Brewing Company Reaffirms Commitment to Energy Conservation as a Participant in Worldwide Climate Change Initiative Read Full Release.
UK Brewer Calls Time On Beer Gender Divide - 19-03-2009
BitterSweet Partnership launches to change image of beer among women. Coors Brewers has launched a multi-million pound business to remove the gender imbalance that exists around beer consumption - and make beer a real choice for women. Read Full Release.
Coors Brewers Ltd invests in Leeds office - 17-03-2009
The UK's 2nd largest brewer, Coors Brewers Ltd is investing in its Leeds employees as it moves the Telesales and Free Trade support team from its current offices in Headlingley to purpose-build premises in Thorpe Park, Leeds. Read Full Release.
Tradeteam earns 500m pound contract boost - 11-02-2009
Drinks logistics provider Tradeteam has secured a 10-year contract with Coors Brewers Limited worth more than 500m pounds. Read Full Release.
Coors boss is new ISBA President - 19-01-2009
Coors Brewers CEO Mark Hunter is to be the new President of ISBA, the Voice of British Advertisers, it was announced today. Read Full Release.
It's all in a good Coors - as brewer raises £50k in one day! - 07-01-2009
Staff at Coors Brewers across the UK, raised a total of £33k for its corporate charity, Mencap on a charity challenge day on Thursday 27 November. Read Full Release.
Coors comes to the aid of local Church - 14-11-2008
Burton brewer, Coors Brewers Ltd, has come to the aid of local church, Christian International Ministries following a fire at their premises in Horninglow Street last week. Read Full Release.
All in a Good Coors - 24-10-2008
Staff at Coors Brewers in Burton on Trent and East Staffordshire Borough Council are working together to get planting on the Washlands. Read Full Release.
Companies join 'Ground forces' - 15-09-2008
Two major local companies have joined forces to build a sensory garden for the Fountain High School, Bitham Lane in Stretton... Read Full Release.
Coors get set for great North Run - 15-09-2008
A team of Coors Brewers' employees will be on the starting blocks at the Great North Run in a bid to raise vital funds for Mencap - Coors official charity... Read Full Release.
The sky's the limit for Burton-based Coors employee - 22-08-2008
A daredevil Coors Brewers employee from Burton is taking to the skies to experience the thrill of a lifetime whilst raising money for learning disability charity, Mencap. Read Full Release.
The sky's the limit for Cardiff Coors employee - 22-08-2008
A daredevil Coors Brewers employee from Cardiff is taking to the skies to experience the thrill of a lifetime whilst raising money for learning disability charity, Mencap. Read Full Release.
Coors Brewers Ltd Board Appointments - 16-06-2008
The promotion of Stewart Glendinning, Coors Brewers Finance Director, to be Global Chief Financial Officer of the Molson Coors Brewing Company has created a vacancy on the Board of Coors Brewers in the UK. Read Full Release.
Kasteel Cru Goes Global - 15-04-2008
Kasteel Cru was launched into the top style bars of Manhattan, NYC last week, following the successful launch in Dublin in February. Read Full Release.
Summer 2008 - Big on Beer & BBQ's - 15-04-2008
The UK summer eating, entertaining and BBQ market is worth 3bn and represents a significant commercial opportunity for retailers. Shoppers spend an average of 35 pounds on each BBQ occasion, the largest proportion of this is spent on drinks at 32%1. Read Full Release.
Beer branding to be removed from kids' replica Old Firm shirts - 09-04-2008
Coors Brewers and the Old Firm football clubs announced today that the Carling branding will be removed from children's replica shirts when the new season strip is introduced. This is two years before the Portman Group's ban on branding on child size replica shirts is due to come into effect. Read Full Release.
Coors announces closure of Coors Visitor Centre in Burton - 18-03-2008
Coors Brewers Ltd has today announced a decision to close the Coors Visitor Centre (CVC), formerly known as the Bass Museum, from the end of June 2008. Read Full Release.
Coors Brewers Ltd announce new board directors - 05-03-2008
Following the recent resignation of Sales Director John Holberry, Coors Brewers Ltd has announced the following appointments to the board and related changes. Read Full Release.
Two Coors Employees run London Marathon to benefit MENCAP - 29-02-2008
Two Coors Brewers employees in Burton are taking an unusual step in raising funds for their London Marathon bid to benefit UK learning disability charity Mencap - Coors official charity. Read Full Release.
Darren Kaye runs London Marathon to benefit MENCAP - 29-02-2008
A regional manager for Coors Brewers will be getting his running shoes on for a good 'Coors' as he prepares for his first London marathon to raise funds for UK learning disability charity Mencap - Coors official charity. Read Full Release.
Coors to distribute Magners Draught Cider in exclusive deal with C & C Group - 29-02-2008
C&C Group plc has today announced the launch of Draught Magners Original Cider in Great Britain, and Coors Brewers Ltd, the UK’s second biggest brewer, will be the exclusive distributor.
This long term deal will see draught Magners launched from Summer 2008.
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Coors employees get flexible - 23-01-2008
A survey has shown that working flexible hours is more important to job hunters than other benefits, Coors Brewers is one of a growing number of companies across the UK that has flexible benefits and has recently re-launched its Flexible Options to more than 2,000 employees across the UK. Read Full Release.
Top manufacturers get a-head at Coors - 15-01-2008
More than 40 senior managers from across the UK's manufacturing industry visited Coors in Burton upon Trent to learn how the company has approached major changes across their manufacturing operations. Read Full Release.
Coors directors painting the house red - 22-11-2007
Directors and their PAs from Coors Brewers Ltd in Burton upon Trent are donning their overalls to take on a decorating project for UK learning disability charity Mencap - Coors' official charity. Read Full Release.
All Party Parliamentary Beer Group visit the Beer capital - Burton - 31-10-2007
Members of the All Party Parliamentary Beer Group will be visiting the beer capital of Britain, Burton upon Trent, to visit and understand some of the issues facing the UK brewing sector. Read Full Release.
Award for female brewer - 22-10-2007
A young brewer from Coors Brewers in Burton upon Trent is celebrating after winning an international industry award. Read Full Release.
Cycling over the desert for a great Coors - 22-10-2007
Four intrepid Coors Brewers' employees are saddling up for the trip of a lifetime across the Sinai desert to raise funds for UK learning disability charity Mencap - Coors official charity. Read Full Release.
Mark Hunter returns to lead Coors Brewers Limited - 09-10-2007
Coors Brewers Limited, the UK brewing business of Molson Coors Brewing Company, announces the appointment of Mark Hunter to the post of Chief Executive. Mark replaces Peter Swinburn who has been appointed as the Chief Executive of the Coors Brewing Company, Molson Coors' USA business. Read Full Release.
New White Shield website content brings brewing to life - 02-10-2007
New content on the White Shield website provides a special insight into Britain's oldest micro brewery in Burton on Trent in a twenty minute film of the White Shield brewing process, narrated by Head Brewer and All Party Parliamentary Beer Group Brewer of the Year, Steve Wellington. Read Full Release.
Stylish new glass for Grolsch - 02-10-2007
This week sees the launch of the new Grolsch pint glass. With a unique shape it is designed to deliver the perfect pint and enhance the drinking experience. Read Full Release.
Coors £30m extra cold plan gathers momentum - 02-10-2007
Technical innovation and improved retailer efficiency were the driving forces behind the launch of Coors £30m plan to take its COLDERQUICKERSMARTER initiatives across the UK on-trade last May. Read Full Release.
Grolsch Weizen named World's Best Wheat Beer - 28-09-2007
Grolsch Weizen, part of Coors' new Speciality Beer Brands Portfolio was yesterdaynamed 'World's Best Wheat Beer' at the Beers of the World's World Beer Awards.The beer also took joint 1st place in the 'World's Best Grain-only Wheat Beer'category. Read Full Release.
Alton brewery commended in national factory awards - 27-09-2007
Coors Brewers brewery in Alton, Hampshire, has been highly commended at the 2007 BestFactory Awards celebration event which took place on Friday 21st September at the LondonHilton, Park Lane, London. Read Full Release.
Coors are on their marks for Mencap - 24-09-2007
A team of Coors Brewers' employees will be on the starting blocks at the GreatNorth Run in a bid to raise vital funds for Mencap - Coors official charity. Read Full Release.
Carling launches 'Your Newcastle' - 20-09-2007
This weekend sees the launch of a new integrated marketing campaign for Carling that aims todrive consumer footfall into Newcastle's best bars in a unique link up with Newcastle UnitedFootball Club. Read Full Release.
Worthington's supporting grass roots rugby in Wales - 15-09-2007
Newport Gwent Dragons have signed a new three-year, six figure deal with Worthington's tobecome the official beer to the Rodney Parade club. Read Full Release.
Brown sets sail on epic tripfrom White Shield brewery - 13-09-2007
Janet Dean, MP for Burton waved off leading beer writer Pete Brown as he set sail from theWhite Shield Brewery at the Coors Visitor Centre in Burton upon Trent. Read Full Release.
FUN FOR FREE AT THE COORS VISITOR CENTRE - 07-09-2007
Visitors can enjoy the Coors Visitor Centre in Burton upon Trent for free thisSunday, 9th September as part of the Heritage Open Day initiative. Read Full Release.
A great new taste for Coors - 04-09-2007
Building on the success of Coors Fine Light Beer to date, Coors are embarking on an exciting new look andtaste for its global flagship beer. This stage in the brand's evolution is set to open up major newopportunities for business growth. Read Full Release.
Want draught beer - No cellar? No problem! - 13-08-2007
Would you like to serve draught beer, but have no cellar? Has lack of space prevented you from offering customers a great quality pint? If yes, Coors Brewers has created a solution - the new Coors compactdraught system. Read Full Release.
Burton Brewer voted Brewer of the Year - 13-07-2007
Steve Wellington, head brewer of Worthington's White Shield Brewery in Burton upon Trent , has been voted 'Brewer of the Year' by the All Party Parliamentary Beer Group at a ceremony which also named super-chef Michel Roux, chef-patron of the two Michelin star Le Gavroche restaurant in London, as this year's 'Beer Drinker of the Year'. Read Full Release.
Halfway pint for charity bike ride - 23-06-2007
Coors Brewers' employee and Burton resident - Nigel Read - celebrated reaching the half-way point of his John O'Groats to Land's End charity bike ride by stopping off at The Brewery Tap for a well-earned pint. Read Full Release.
Grolsch gets the premium treatment - 15-06-2007
Grolsch has launched a fresh new look - strengthening further its premium credentials and delivering even greater stand out on store shelves. Read Full Release.
Cold you can see! - 08-06-2007
Coors Brewers are reaffirming their position as the authority on cold beer, with another first in the mainstream lager market! As of June, Carling will be introducing pioneering thermochromic technology to all bottles and cans, creating a new dimension to cold - cold you can see! Read Full Release.
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