UNESDA Soft Drinks Europe
@unesda.bsky.social
Established in 1958, UNESDA is a Brussels-based association representing corporates and national soft drinks associations. We're here to listen, learn & share. Visit our website: https://unesda.eu/
Heard that Spain will introduce a #DepositReturnSystem (#DRS) next year to boost the collection of single-use beverage containers for #recycling?
You heard it right! That’s what is being discussed now at the DRS event in Madrid, hosted by NGOs @reloop.bsky.social @retorna.org & @zerowasteeurope.eu
You heard it right! That’s what is being discussed now at the DRS event in Madrid, hosted by NGOs @reloop.bsky.social @retorna.org & @zerowasteeurope.eu
November 18, 2025 at 12:06 PM
Heard that Spain will introduce a #DepositReturnSystem (#DRS) next year to boost the collection of single-use beverage containers for #recycling?
You heard it right! That’s what is being discussed now at the DRS event in Madrid, hosted by NGOs @reloop.bsky.social @retorna.org & @zerowasteeurope.eu
You heard it right! That’s what is being discussed now at the DRS event in Madrid, hosted by NGOs @reloop.bsky.social @retorna.org & @zerowasteeurope.eu
When you discover Sanmy, Spain’s oldest #SoftDrinks company, and the role it plays in a sector that drives #jobs and sustainable #growth across the country, you understand what we mean when we say #OurSectorMatters to Europe.
📽 Watch the video snippet below 👇
📽 Watch the video snippet below 👇
November 17, 2025 at 7:56 AM
When you discover Sanmy, Spain’s oldest #SoftDrinks company, and the role it plays in a sector that drives #jobs and sustainable #growth across the country, you understand what we mean when we say #OurSectorMatters to Europe.
📽 Watch the video snippet below 👇
📽 Watch the video snippet below 👇
💡 UNESDA #FridayTip
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Getting married in 2026? You may want to check out these five wedding trends 👉 traveltomorrow.com/wedding-tren...
November 14, 2025 at 7:57 AM
💡 UNESDA #FridayTip
Getting married in 2026? You may want to check out these five wedding trends 👉 traveltomorrow.com/wedding-tren...
Getting married in 2026? You may want to check out these five wedding trends 👉 traveltomorrow.com/wedding-tren...
Being a sector that matters to Europe means manufacturing more than 97% of our #SoftDrinks throughout 500+ production sites on the continent, and supporting over 1.8 million #jobs across our European supply chain.
November 13, 2025 at 7:22 AM
Being a sector that matters to Europe means manufacturing more than 97% of our #SoftDrinks throughout 500+ production sites on the continent, and supporting over 1.8 million #jobs across our European supply chain.
Some go to Madrid for art, food or football. We're going for the ICBA meeting! We're looking forward to the promising discussions ahead & can’t wait to meet our beverage colleagues from across the globe next week!
UNESDA is delighted to co-host the meeting alongside our Spanish member association.
UNESDA is delighted to co-host the meeting alongside our Spanish member association.
November 12, 2025 at 7:45 AM
Some go to Madrid for art, food or football. We're going for the ICBA meeting! We're looking forward to the promising discussions ahead & can’t wait to meet our beverage colleagues from across the globe next week!
UNESDA is delighted to co-host the meeting alongside our Spanish member association.
UNESDA is delighted to co-host the meeting alongside our Spanish member association.
💡 UNESDA #FridayTip
There is something unique about Poznań (Poland): St. Martin’s Day on 11 November. It comes with parades, local festivities and even a special traditional pastry. Curious to learn more?
👉 keytopoland.com/post/celebra...
There is something unique about Poznań (Poland): St. Martin’s Day on 11 November. It comes with parades, local festivities and even a special traditional pastry. Curious to learn more?
👉 keytopoland.com/post/celebra...
November 7, 2025 at 7:58 AM
💡 UNESDA #FridayTip
There is something unique about Poznań (Poland): St. Martin’s Day on 11 November. It comes with parades, local festivities and even a special traditional pastry. Curious to learn more?
👉 keytopoland.com/post/celebra...
There is something unique about Poznań (Poland): St. Martin’s Day on 11 November. It comes with parades, local festivities and even a special traditional pastry. Curious to learn more?
👉 keytopoland.com/post/celebra...
📢 IT’S TODAY! Want to engage in a discussion on the latest robust science around low/no-calorie #sweeteners & their role in weight management?
Join the International Sweeteners Association’s virtual roundtable to discuss the recent SWEET research:
www.linkedin.com/events/73848...
🕒 3-4pm CET (LK)
Join the International Sweeteners Association’s virtual roundtable to discuss the recent SWEET research:
www.linkedin.com/events/73848...
🕒 3-4pm CET (LK)
November 6, 2025 at 7:53 AM
📢 IT’S TODAY! Want to engage in a discussion on the latest robust science around low/no-calorie #sweeteners & their role in weight management?
Join the International Sweeteners Association’s virtual roundtable to discuss the recent SWEET research:
www.linkedin.com/events/73848...
🕒 3-4pm CET (LK)
Join the International Sweeteners Association’s virtual roundtable to discuss the recent SWEET research:
www.linkedin.com/events/73848...
🕒 3-4pm CET (LK)
What’s one sector in Spain that creates more than 200,000 #jobs and generates €11.6bn for the national economy across its value chain?
The Spanish #SoftDrinks sector, represented by our member ANFABRA.
🔎 Check out the full report (in ES)
👉 www.refrescantes.es/publicacione...
#OurSectorMatters
The Spanish #SoftDrinks sector, represented by our member ANFABRA.
🔎 Check out the full report (in ES)
👉 www.refrescantes.es/publicacione...
#OurSectorMatters
November 4, 2025 at 7:54 AM
What’s one sector in Spain that creates more than 200,000 #jobs and generates €11.6bn for the national economy across its value chain?
The Spanish #SoftDrinks sector, represented by our member ANFABRA.
🔎 Check out the full report (in ES)
👉 www.refrescantes.es/publicacione...
#OurSectorMatters
The Spanish #SoftDrinks sector, represented by our member ANFABRA.
🔎 Check out the full report (in ES)
👉 www.refrescantes.es/publicacione...
#OurSectorMatters
📢 JOIN US! UNESDA will be speaking at an event on #DepositReturnSystems (DRS) in Madrid, hosted by NGOs @reloop.bsky.social, @retorna.org & @zerowasteeurope.eu
♻️ Our DG Nicholas Hodac will share insights on what makes DRS work efficiently.
🗓 18 Nov
📌 NH Zurbano Hotel, Madrid
📍 In-person & online
♻️ Our DG Nicholas Hodac will share insights on what makes DRS work efficiently.
🗓 18 Nov
📌 NH Zurbano Hotel, Madrid
📍 In-person & online
November 3, 2025 at 7:08 AM
📢 JOIN US! UNESDA will be speaking at an event on #DepositReturnSystems (DRS) in Madrid, hosted by NGOs @reloop.bsky.social, @retorna.org & @zerowasteeurope.eu
♻️ Our DG Nicholas Hodac will share insights on what makes DRS work efficiently.
🗓 18 Nov
📌 NH Zurbano Hotel, Madrid
📍 In-person & online
♻️ Our DG Nicholas Hodac will share insights on what makes DRS work efficiently.
🗓 18 Nov
📌 NH Zurbano Hotel, Madrid
📍 In-person & online
October is coming to a close, but don’t worry if you missed any of our updates. We’ve got the highlights for you!
🎥 𝐍𝐞𝐰 ‘𝐖𝐞 𝐌𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫’ 𝐯𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐨 𝐢𝐬 𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞:
We released a new video highlighting how #OurSectorMatters to help Europe thrive and grow.
🎥 𝐍𝐞𝐰 ‘𝐖𝐞 𝐌𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫’ 𝐯𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐨 𝐢𝐬 𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞:
We released a new video highlighting how #OurSectorMatters to help Europe thrive and grow.
October 31, 2025 at 8:34 AM
October is coming to a close, but don’t worry if you missed any of our updates. We’ve got the highlights for you!
🎥 𝐍𝐞𝐰 ‘𝐖𝐞 𝐌𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫’ 𝐯𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐨 𝐢𝐬 𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞:
We released a new video highlighting how #OurSectorMatters to help Europe thrive and grow.
🎥 𝐍𝐞𝐰 ‘𝐖𝐞 𝐌𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫’ 𝐯𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐨 𝐢𝐬 𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞:
We released a new video highlighting how #OurSectorMatters to help Europe thrive and grow.
💡 UNESDA #FridayTip
Ready for some spooky experiences this Halloween? 🎃
Explore the legends and local traditions that have inspired this season’s celebrations from Romania to Iceland:
👉 www.euronews.com/travel/2024/...
Ready for some spooky experiences this Halloween? 🎃
Explore the legends and local traditions that have inspired this season’s celebrations from Romania to Iceland:
👉 www.euronews.com/travel/2024/...
October 31, 2025 at 7:53 AM
💡 UNESDA #FridayTip
Ready for some spooky experiences this Halloween? 🎃
Explore the legends and local traditions that have inspired this season’s celebrations from Romania to Iceland:
👉 www.euronews.com/travel/2024/...
Ready for some spooky experiences this Halloween? 🎃
Explore the legends and local traditions that have inspired this season’s celebrations from Romania to Iceland:
👉 www.euronews.com/travel/2024/...
What’s the one environmental #sustainability achievement that comes to mind on this #SustainabilityDay?
♻️ For us, our latest achievement on #PackagingCircularity is an important milestone: in 2024, 51.7% of the PET used by UNESDA corporate members was recycled PET (#rPET).
♻️ For us, our latest achievement on #PackagingCircularity is an important milestone: in 2024, 51.7% of the PET used by UNESDA corporate members was recycled PET (#rPET).
October 30, 2025 at 7:11 AM
What’s the one environmental #sustainability achievement that comes to mind on this #SustainabilityDay?
♻️ For us, our latest achievement on #PackagingCircularity is an important milestone: in 2024, 51.7% of the PET used by UNESDA corporate members was recycled PET (#rPET).
♻️ For us, our latest achievement on #PackagingCircularity is an important milestone: in 2024, 51.7% of the PET used by UNESDA corporate members was recycled PET (#rPET).
It is autumn break for many schools across Europe, but our work to continue delivering on our school commitments does not take a holiday:
🔹 We do not sell our #SoftDrinks in EU primary schools (through direct distribution)
🔹 We do not sell our #SoftDrinks in EU primary schools (through direct distribution)
October 28, 2025 at 10:07 AM
It is autumn break for many schools across Europe, but our work to continue delivering on our school commitments does not take a holiday:
🔹 We do not sell our #SoftDrinks in EU primary schools (through direct distribution)
🔹 We do not sell our #SoftDrinks in EU primary schools (through direct distribution)
💡 UNESDA #FridayTip
It’s #UnitedNationsDay!
Think you know everything about the United Nations (#UN)?
Put your knowledge to the test with this short quiz
👉 www.un.org/en/observanc...
It’s #UnitedNationsDay!
Think you know everything about the United Nations (#UN)?
Put your knowledge to the test with this short quiz
👉 www.un.org/en/observanc...
October 24, 2025 at 6:53 AM
💡 UNESDA #FridayTip
It’s #UnitedNationsDay!
Think you know everything about the United Nations (#UN)?
Put your knowledge to the test with this short quiz
👉 www.un.org/en/observanc...
It’s #UnitedNationsDay!
Think you know everything about the United Nations (#UN)?
Put your knowledge to the test with this short quiz
👉 www.un.org/en/observanc...
Every #SoftDrink company operating in Europe is a driver of local economic #growth. Wondering how?
McCarter, a Slovak #SoftDrink company, shows how by creating #jobs and working with local partners, including #farmers.
McCarter, a Slovak #SoftDrink company, shows how by creating #jobs and working with local partners, including #farmers.
October 23, 2025 at 6:18 AM
Every #SoftDrink company operating in Europe is a driver of local economic #growth. Wondering how?
McCarter, a Slovak #SoftDrink company, shows how by creating #jobs and working with local partners, including #farmers.
McCarter, a Slovak #SoftDrink company, shows how by creating #jobs and working with local partners, including #farmers.
📢 Don’t miss the International Sweeteners Association (ISA)’s virtual roundtable on the latest science on low/no-calorie #sweeteners and their role in weight management.
💻 LinkedIn
🗓 6 November
🕒 15:00-16:00 CET
🔎 Find out more & register:
👉 www.linkedin.com/events/73848...
🗓 6 November
🕒 15:00-16:00 CET
🔎 Find out more & register:
👉 www.linkedin.com/events/73848...
October 22, 2025 at 7:34 AM
📢 Don’t miss the International Sweeteners Association (ISA)’s virtual roundtable on the latest science on low/no-calorie #sweeteners and their role in weight management.
💻 LinkedIn
🗓 6 November
🕒 15:00-16:00 CET
🔎 Find out more & register:
👉 www.linkedin.com/events/73848...
🗓 6 November
🕒 15:00-16:00 CET
🔎 Find out more & register:
👉 www.linkedin.com/events/73848...
Why does EU environmental legislation need simplification?
‘The need for simplification is not just a technical issue – it is a strategic imperative for Europe’s competitiveness, innovation, and circular transition.’
🔎 Read our latest article
👉 unesda.eu/newsroom/blo...
‘The need for simplification is not just a technical issue – it is a strategic imperative for Europe’s competitiveness, innovation, and circular transition.’
🔎 Read our latest article
👉 unesda.eu/newsroom/blo...
October 20, 2025 at 6:55 AM
Why does EU environmental legislation need simplification?
‘The need for simplification is not just a technical issue – it is a strategic imperative for Europe’s competitiveness, innovation, and circular transition.’
🔎 Read our latest article
👉 unesda.eu/newsroom/blo...
‘The need for simplification is not just a technical issue – it is a strategic imperative for Europe’s competitiveness, innovation, and circular transition.’
🔎 Read our latest article
👉 unesda.eu/newsroom/blo...
💡 UNESDA #FridayTip
Reducing #FoodWaste can be delicious!
A ‘zero-waste’ restaurant in London shows how:
👉 www.bbc.com/reel/video/p...
Reducing #FoodWaste can be delicious!
A ‘zero-waste’ restaurant in London shows how:
👉 www.bbc.com/reel/video/p...
October 17, 2025 at 6:27 AM
💡 UNESDA #FridayTip
Reducing #FoodWaste can be delicious!
A ‘zero-waste’ restaurant in London shows how:
👉 www.bbc.com/reel/video/p...
Reducing #FoodWaste can be delicious!
A ‘zero-waste’ restaurant in London shows how:
👉 www.bbc.com/reel/video/p...
This #WorldFoodDay shines a light on the power of global cooperation to build a resilient #FoodFuture and reminds us that everyone should do its part to cut #FoodWaste.
October 16, 2025 at 7:05 AM
This #WorldFoodDay shines a light on the power of global cooperation to build a resilient #FoodFuture and reminds us that everyone should do its part to cut #FoodWaste.
📢 Looking for an internship in European public affairs in Brussels, or know someone who is?
We are hiring a motivated and dynamic intern to join our team from January to June 2026 to cover our colleague Delphine Close’s maternity leave.
We are hiring a motivated and dynamic intern to join our team from January to June 2026 to cover our colleague Delphine Close’s maternity leave.
October 15, 2025 at 4:24 PM
📢 Looking for an internship in European public affairs in Brussels, or know someone who is?
We are hiring a motivated and dynamic intern to join our team from January to June 2026 to cover our colleague Delphine Close’s maternity leave.
We are hiring a motivated and dynamic intern to join our team from January to June 2026 to cover our colleague Delphine Close’s maternity leave.
#EURegionsWeek is here! Do you know how much our sector contributes to Europe’s regions?
👉 We support over 1.8 million #jobs (directly and indirectly)
👉 We generate €242 billion across our value chain
👉 We produce over 97% of our #SoftDrinks in Europe, across 500+ manufacturing sites
👉 We support over 1.8 million #jobs (directly and indirectly)
👉 We generate €242 billion across our value chain
👉 We produce over 97% of our #SoftDrinks in Europe, across 500+ manufacturing sites
October 13, 2025 at 7:15 AM
#EURegionsWeek is here! Do you know how much our sector contributes to Europe’s regions?
👉 We support over 1.8 million #jobs (directly and indirectly)
👉 We generate €242 billion across our value chain
👉 We produce over 97% of our #SoftDrinks in Europe, across 500+ manufacturing sites
👉 We support over 1.8 million #jobs (directly and indirectly)
👉 We generate €242 billion across our value chain
👉 We produce over 97% of our #SoftDrinks in Europe, across 500+ manufacturing sites
💡 UNESDA #FridayTip
Got broken electronic devices or extra gadgets you do not need anymore?
Help them get recycled!
Find out where you can drop them off in Brussels
👉 www.recupel.be/en/where-can...
Got broken electronic devices or extra gadgets you do not need anymore?
Help them get recycled!
Find out where you can drop them off in Brussels
👉 www.recupel.be/en/where-can...
October 10, 2025 at 6:44 AM
💡 UNESDA #FridayTip
Got broken electronic devices or extra gadgets you do not need anymore?
Help them get recycled!
Find out where you can drop them off in Brussels
👉 www.recupel.be/en/where-can...
Got broken electronic devices or extra gadgets you do not need anymore?
Help them get recycled!
Find out where you can drop them off in Brussels
👉 www.recupel.be/en/where-can...
When our sector commits to achieving #PackagingCircularity, we mean it and we deliver.
The proof is in our actions and results: today, 51.7% of the PET used by UNESDA corporate members is recycled PET (#rPET).
The proof is in our actions and results: today, 51.7% of the PET used by UNESDA corporate members is recycled PET (#rPET).
October 8, 2025 at 7:18 AM
When our sector commits to achieving #PackagingCircularity, we mean it and we deliver.
The proof is in our actions and results: today, 51.7% of the PET used by UNESDA corporate members is recycled PET (#rPET).
The proof is in our actions and results: today, 51.7% of the PET used by UNESDA corporate members is recycled PET (#rPET).
✅ We did it again! We have reached another #SugarReduction milestone:
👏 We achieved a 12.4% reduction in average added sugars in our #SoftDrinks across the EU-27 and the UK between 2019 and 2024!
👏 This exceeds our 2019-2025 sugar reduction target of 10%.
👏 We achieved a 12.4% reduction in average added sugars in our #SoftDrinks across the EU-27 and the UK between 2019 and 2024!
👏 This exceeds our 2019-2025 sugar reduction target of 10%.
October 7, 2025 at 6:41 AM
✅ We did it again! We have reached another #SugarReduction milestone:
👏 We achieved a 12.4% reduction in average added sugars in our #SoftDrinks across the EU-27 and the UK between 2019 and 2024!
👏 This exceeds our 2019-2025 sugar reduction target of 10%.
👏 We achieved a 12.4% reduction in average added sugars in our #SoftDrinks across the EU-27 and the UK between 2019 and 2024!
👏 This exceeds our 2019-2025 sugar reduction target of 10%.
💡 UNESDA #FridayTip
Autumn has arrived in Europe, and nature is turning golden brown. 🍂
If you are in Switzerland or planning a visit, discover the best spots to experience the country’s autumn magic with this interactive foliage map 👇
www.euronews.com/travel/2025/...
Autumn has arrived in Europe, and nature is turning golden brown. 🍂
If you are in Switzerland or planning a visit, discover the best spots to experience the country’s autumn magic with this interactive foliage map 👇
www.euronews.com/travel/2025/...
October 3, 2025 at 6:27 AM
💡 UNESDA #FridayTip
Autumn has arrived in Europe, and nature is turning golden brown. 🍂
If you are in Switzerland or planning a visit, discover the best spots to experience the country’s autumn magic with this interactive foliage map 👇
www.euronews.com/travel/2025/...
Autumn has arrived in Europe, and nature is turning golden brown. 🍂
If you are in Switzerland or planning a visit, discover the best spots to experience the country’s autumn magic with this interactive foliage map 👇
www.euronews.com/travel/2025/...