Greece

According to reports in the local Greek press, Germany-based discount operator Aldi is preparing to open its first stores in the country in September or October this year. The firm... 2008-07-03

A profits warning from the Coca-Cola Hellenic Bottling Company (CCHBC), the world's second largest Coca-Cola bottler, has sent shockwaves through the soft drinks industry. The Greece-based... 2008-06-16

Drinks firm Russian Standard has begun selling its trio of vodka brands in Greece through a partnership with local spirits distributor WS Karoulias. The move continues the firm's... 2008-05-14

According to reports in the Greek press, retail giant Carrefour is planning to invest EUR50mn over the next five years revamping its chain of Dia Hellas discount stores. The firm... 2008-03-25

A police campaign in Italy to clamp down on olive oil erroneously labelled as 'Made in Italy' is, in BMI's opinion, likely to be politically motivated. Up until two months ago Italian... 2008-03-10

Belgium-based Delhaize Group has revealed that in 2008 it will invest EUR140mn (US$204mn) in its Greek supermarket chain Alfa-Beta. The money will go towards opening new stores, improving... 2008-02-13

Greek fish-farming firm Nireus has announced that it is spinning off its confectionery unit in order to concentrate on its core fish producing activities. The confectionery unit,... 2007-11-29