AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoAirport Operations: UK travelers are bracing for major delays as the EU Entry and Exit System rolls out, with warnings of up to 6-hour queues at hotspots like Stansted and Southend. Restaurant Economics: Bain reports restaurants are losing customers as price-value slips—prices rose far faster than grocery inflation, and many consumers plan to cut back on dining and delivery. California Privacy & Loyalty: A California bill targeting “surveillance pricing” is raising questions for restaurant loyalty programs, even with a carve-out for rewards. Alcohol Policy: South Africa’s National Treasury is weighing a steep 20% beer tax on higher-ABV brews, drawing pushback from the alcohol industry over potential illicit trade. Food & Beverage Supply Chain: AVG Logistics won a 3-year, 100-vehicle contract with Haldiram Nagpur to support distribution of snacks and beverages across key Indian regions. Craft Beverage Regulation: Wisconsin’s tax dispute has led Minocqua Brewing to claim seized beer worth $25,000+ in an out-of-state import situation. Packaging & Sustainability: Heat and Control is showcasing smarter, more sustainable seasoning and processing tech at Snackex 2026, targeting energy and water use.
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