E-Malt.com News article: Australia: Foster's and Asahi extend Australian partnership

Carlton & United Breweries and Asahi Breweries Ltd, brewer of Japan’s leading exported beer, Asahi Super Dry, today extended a long term exclusive license to sell and market Asahi Super Dry in Australia, Foster's Group announced on August 16.

“We have a longstanding relationship with Carlton & United Breweries and we’re delighted it is set to continue,” Mr Naoki Izumiya, Asahi Breweries Ltd President & Chief Operating Officer, said. “We are extremely pleased with Asahi Super Dry’s performance in Australia and are confident Carlton & United Breweries will continue to position the brand for future growth.”

Since 1992, Asahi has been one of Australia’s favourite premium imported beers. Under this new agreement, the brand is positioned for rapid growth in coming years.

“Asahi continues to be a leading brand in the Carlton & United Breweries portfolio and we’re delighted to cement our partnership with Asahi,” said John Pollaers, Carlton & United Breweries Managing Director. “We value this extended long term agreement and are proud to have built the Asahi brand into Australia’s favourite Japanese beer.”


18 August, 2010