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DOUG MAY ANNOUNCES HIS RETIREMENT Doug May, Lion’s Trade Relations Director has announced his retirement, with his last day at the end of April. May told National Liquor News that he was looking forward to his retirement and that there were still a few things he wanted to do, while he still could. “I’m happy that I’m able to leave Lion on my own terms,” May said. “I’m going to buy a farm, have a few head of cattle and enjoy my retirement,” he said. May has worked with Lion for 21 years, and in that time has proved to be a popular person across the industry, with many people happy to wish him well with his future endeavours. James Brindley, Managing Director of Lion, told NLN: “Doug has been selfless and tireless in his work for our great industry, for Lion and for his customers and colleagues. I cannot thank him enough for his contribution. “It has been a wonderful experience to work alongside him, to learn from him and to share many of the enjoyable moments this vibrant and dynamic industry has to offer. As Doug moves on, I must admit to feeling a sense of loss. His presence at Lion will be sorely missed. He is a good friend and worthy of the title of ‘Legend of the Industry’ bestowed by the Drinks Industry Association members in 2010.” That sentiment was one echoed across the industry. Shane Tremble, General Manager Corporate Services at Endeavour Drinks Group, said: “Doug understands that one of the great
strengths of our industry is its people, he built a network of friends, colleagues and relationships that covered every sector of the drinks industry and he has earned the respect of all of us. He has always been a great ambassador for his business and for his brands, and a great advocate for his customers. “Doug is one of the true gentlemen of the industry, I won’t say he’ll be sorely missed because I suspect I’ll keep bumping into him at the races.” The good wishes also came from competitors, with Peter Filipovic, CEO of Carlton & United Breweries telling NLN: “Doug May’s passion for the industry and the customers that sell our beer is exceptional. Not only is he a great advocate for Lion, his support of the broader beer category, especially the perfect pour in the on-premise sector, has been a highlight over the time I have known him. “Doug has an infectious personality, a great sense of humour and is a great entertainer. Wishing you all the best for the next chapter in your life. You will be sorely missed in the industry.” May also worked alongside the Australian Liquor Stores Association, now Retail Drinks Australia, with Chief Operating Officer Michael Waters giving his regards. “The Association, formerly LSA NSW and ALSA, now Retail Drinks Australia, has enjoyed a long, respectful friendship with Doug spanning several decades – it’s one that we will cherish and remember fondly.
“Quite simply put, there has never been, nor will there ever be another Doug May. He is known and respected by all and his professional legacy will be long remembered. On behalf of the Retail Drinks board and management, we wish Doug a long, happy and healthy retirement.” Everyone at NLN and Food and Beverage Media echoes all these sentiments and we all wish Doug a happy, healthy and long retirement.
HUGE GROWTH PREDICTED FOR ORGANIC WINE Organic wine currently represents only a small percentage of the global still wine industry, however new research from IWSR Drinks Market Analysis predicts a rapid increase over the coming years. The growth, according to the IWSR Organic Wine Report, will be fuelled by growing consumer sentiment for sustainability and organic products. The report forecasts that by 2022, worldwide consumption of still wine is projected to reach 2.43bn nine-litre cases. The organic wine subcategory is expected to post the strongest increases (+9.2 per cent compound annual growth 2017-2022). “Overall, total still wine volume is increasing slightly but remains largely flat, while the organic wine market is forecasted to reach 87.5m cases by 2022,” said Mark Meek, IWSR’s CEO. “Much of that growth is being driven by
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Europe, which will account for 78 per cent of the global organic wine market by 2022. The Americas will represent about 12 per cent of total organic wine consumption.” Organic wine is made from grapes grown without the addition of synthesised chemical fertilisers, pesticides, herbicides or fungicides. Organic certifying bodies also place restrictions on the amount of sulphur dioxide that can be added to the wine and the chemical fining agents used in the winemaking process. In Australia the demand for organic wine is continuing to grow and the rise in both the quality and quantity of organic wines available is a factor in this growth. The IWSR Report shows that the total global organic area under vine has increased by 234 per cent since 2007 and in 2017 surpassed 400,000 hectares.
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