WSA Members Showcase Rum Products in WTO Joint-Rum Initiative
Celebrating Craftsmanship & Economic Impact in the Spirits Industry In September 2024, WSA members proudly took part in the Joint-Rum Initaitive (RJI) cocktail reception, an event celebrating the rich heritage and craftsmanship of rum production, organised by the WTO alongside the Public Forum in September 2024. This exclusive tasting featured some of the finest rums […]
WSA at the WTO Public Forum; Discussions on ‘Zero for Zero’ Spirits Tariff
In September 2024, the World Trade Organization hosted its annual Public Forum – the organization’s largest outreach event focused on the future of global trade. As part of the programme, the World Spirits Alliance (WSA) participated in a panel discussion: “From Zero to Hero: How Sectoral ‘Zero for Zero’ Spirits Tariff Deals Support Inclusive and […]
WSA Members Meet for Annual Event in Geneva, July 2024
WSA welcomed its members to Geneva for its Annual Meeting, in the summer of 2024, with the event being held at the President Wilson Hotel. The event brought together industry leaders, trade associations, and representatives from the diplomatic corps for insightful discussions on the future of the global spirits sector. This year’s meeting focused on […]
WSA Publishes Report on Global Economic Contribution of Spirits Sector
WSA is proud to present the first-ever comprehensive Global Economic Impact Study by Oxford Economics and IWSR, highlighting the significant contributions of the spirits industry to the global economy! In 2022, our industry added an impressive US$730 billion to global GDP, supported 36 million jobs worldwide (equivalent to the entire UK workforce) and generated US$390 […]
WSA Addresses Challenge of Illicit Alcohol Trade at WTO Panel
In May 2024, The WSA participated in a high-level panel hosted by the World Trade Organization on “Illicit Trade in Food and Food Fraud”. This timely event brought together global stakeholders to examine how illicit trade threatens food safety, public health, and the global economy — including the growing threat posed by illicit alcohol. The […]
Advancing ASEAN’s Environmental Agenda – APISWA
Members of the Asia Pacific International Spirits and Wines Alliance (APISWA) have set global commitments to reduce the overall environmental impact of their operations and contribute positively to society. We believe that this is part of our role as a responsible industry committed to supporting the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs) and are […]
Stories of Sustainability at Jägermeister
Jägermeister sets new standards with CO2-neutral new barrel storage facility in Kamenz, Saxony 28 November 2023 — 30 years after laying the foundation stone, Mast-Jägermeister SE is expanding its site in Kamenz/Saxony with a new barrel storage area. The family-owned company has anchored sustainability firmly in its strategy: the new building will be CO2-neutral and […]
Contributing to India’s Sustainability – ISWAI
The International Spirits & Wines Association of India (ISWAI) is a representative body of the national and international premium spirits & wine brands in India. Founded in 2004 and promoted by multinational alcoholic beverage companies, the association serves as an interface between the industry and stakeholders providing a collective viewpoint on all aspects of the […]
Cognac Industry’s Actions for the Environment – BNIC
The Cognac sector has a duty to contribute positively to the development of its region by taking into account the well-being of all its inhabitants. The environment is a collective priority for the viticulturists and producers. As part of this approach to progress and continuous improvement, winegrowers are committed to protecting their environment, promoting biodiversity, […]
Drinksinitiatives.eu Actions to Improve Environmental Sustainability
Drinksinitiatives.eu is a dedicated webportal by spiritsEUROPE, the European association that represents the spirits sector and, with it, the interests of 31 associations of spirits producers as well as 9 leading international companies. Drinksinitiatives.eu provides a unique overview of selected actions undertaken by the sector in partnership across Europe in order to reduce harmful drinking, promote […]