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Connecticut Police Chiefs Association, A-B Team Up to Keep Roads Safe This Holiday Season
CROMWELL, Conn. (Dec. 18, 2008) – Just
in time for the busy holiday travel, the Connecticut Police Chiefs Association and A-B today launched a statewide
public safety campaign to encourage motorists to use seat belts and designated drivers.
Budweiser Clydesdales Celebrate 75th Anniversary with Special Rose Parade Float
ST. LOUIS (Dec. 17, 2008) — The
Budweiser Clydesdales, a Tournament of Roses Parade tradition for 56 years, are celebrating another milestone - 75
years as the symbol of Anheuser-Busch and an American icon. The Clydesdales will pull the "City of St. Louis" float
in the 120th Rose Parade on New Year's Day.
Bud Light to Debut New Packaging in 2009
ST. LOUIS (Dec. 11, 2008) – On the heels of
a new national advertising campaign, Bud Light will continue to invest behind its defining product attribute – drinkability – with
the introduction of new packaging set to hit shelves during the first quarter of 2009.
Anheuser-Busch InBev Announces Workforce Reductions in the U.S.
BRUSSELS, Belgium (Dec. 8,
2008) — Anheuser-Busch InBev today announced that, as part of its previously announced plans to effectively integrate
Anheuser-Busch Inc., the U.S. business unit today communicated plans to cut approximately 1,400 U.S. salaried positions
in its beer-related divisions, affecting about 6 percent of the company’s total U.S. workforce.
Anheuser-Busch Releases Corporate Social Responsibility Report
ST. LOUIS (Dec. 5, 2008) — Anheuser-Busch,
Inc., has long held the belief that “Making Friends is Our Business,” and nowhere is that philosophy more evident
than in the company’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Report released today.
BI-LO and Anheuser-Busch Partner to Help Fight Underage Drinking
Chattanooga, Tenn. (Nov. 19, 2008) — “No sale.” That’s
what minors who try to purchase alcohol at area BI-LO stores will hear thanks to a new training program. Today during
a press conference at the Super BI-LO in Hixson, BI-LO, Anheuser-Busch and its local distributors announced they
have joined forces to implement the We ID program to help prevent minors from purchasing alcohol.
Anheuser-Busch to De-list from the New York Stock Exchange
ST. LOUIS (Nov. 19, 2008) - Anheuser-Busch
Cos, Inc. announced today the intended withdrawal of its 6 ½% Debentures due January 1, 2028, and of its common stock
from the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) after its board of directors voted to authorize this action. The announcement
follows the completion of its merger with InBev N.V./S.A. (Euronext: INB), on November 18, 2008. The agreement to
combine the two companies was first announced July 13, 2008.
InBev Completes Acquisition of Anheuser-Busch
BRUSSELS, Belgium and ST. LOUIS
(Nov. 18) – InBev announced today that it has completed its acquisition of Anheuser-Busch following approval
from shareholders of both companies. The combination creates the global leader in beer and one of the world's top
five consumer products companies. Under the terms of the merger agreement, all shares of Anheuser-Busch will be acquired
for $70 per share in cash, for an aggregate of $52 billion.
U.S. Department Of Justice Clears InBev Merger With Anheuser-Busch
ST. LOUIS (Nov. 14, 2008) – Global brewers
InBev and Anheuser-Busch have reached an agreement with the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) that satisfies its requirement
to approve the transaction, the companies announced today.
Anheuser-Busch Breweries Increase 2008 Recycling
ST. LOUIS (Nov. 14, 2008) – Anheuser-Busch
announced today that even with production increases, the weight of material it contributes to community landfills
from its 12 U.S. breweries has been reduced by nearly 22 percent (or approximately 2,400 tons) in 2008 compared to
the same time frame last year.
Anheuser-Busch Shareholders Approve Combination with InBev
ST. LOUIS (Nov. 12, 2008) – Anheuser-Busch
Cos. Inc. (NYSE: BUD) today announced that a majority of its shares have been voted to approve the proposed combination
between InBev N.V./S.A. and Anheuser-Busch during a special shareholder meeting held today.
Anheuser-Busch Inc. Teamster Employees Overwhelmingly Ratify Contract at All 12 U.S. Breweries
ST. LOUIS (Nov. 6, 2008) – Anheuser-Busch, Inc. employees
represented by the International Brotherhood of Teamsters have overwhelmingly approved a new five-year contract.
The agreement, which was ratified nearly four months ahead of expiration of the current contract, runs through Feb.
28, 2014.
Anheuser-Busch Cos. Reports Increased Sales and Earnings for the Third Quarter and Nine Months of 2008
ST. LOUIS (Nov. 6, 2008) – Anheuser-Busch Cos. Inc. today reported that third quarter 2008 net sales increased
6.5 percent and diluted earnings per share (excluding one-time items in both 2008 and 2007) increased 10.5 percent.
For the nine months of 2008, net sales increased 5.7 percent and diluted earnings per share (excluding the one-time
items) improved 8.9 percent.
Progressive Grocer Honors Anheuser-Busch As Category Captain
ST. LOUIS (Nov. 4, 2008) – Progressive
Grocer, a leading trade magazine serving the grocery industry, again named Anheuser-Busch as Category Captain
for the beer category.
Bud Light Tapped as Exclusive Beer Sponsor of Vail Resorts
ST. LOUIS and BROOMFIELD, Colo. (Oct. 24, 2008) –Anheuser-Busch
today announced a three-year agreement with Vail Resorts, Inc. (NYSE: MTN) to become the new exclusive beer sponsor
of its four premier Colorado mountain resorts – Vail, Beaver Creek, Breckenridge and Keystone – as well as its affiliated
Colorado lodging properties.
Anheuser-Busch Declares Quarterly Common Stock Dividend
ST. LOUIS (Oct. 22, 2008) – August A. Busch
IV, president and chief executive officer of Anheuser-Busch Cos. Inc., today announced that the Board of Directors
has declared a regular quarterly dividend of 37 cents on shares of the company’s outstanding common stock, payable
Dec. 9, 2008 to shareholders of record on Nov. 10, 2008.
Anheuser-Busch Says Grupo Modelo Arbitration Lacks Merit
ST. LOUIS (Oct. 16, 2008) – Anheuser-Busch
Cos. Inc. (NYSE: BUD) said today that it believes there is no merit to the claims by Grupo Modelo, S.A.B. de C.V.
(BMV: GMODELOC), Diblo S.A. de C.V. and the Grupo Modelo Series A shareholders in the notice of arbitration filed
today against Anheuser-Busch Cos. Inc., Anheuser-Busch International Inc. and Anheuser Busch International Holdings
Inc.
Anheuser-Busch Named Large Brewer Of The Year At Great American Beer Festival
ST. LOUIS (Oct. 13, 2008) – Anheuser-Busch
was named the “2008 Large Brewer of the Year” and Anheuser-Busch’s Doug Muhleman was named “2008
Large Brewing Company Brewer of the Year” at the Great American Beer Festival awards presentation this weekend.
InBev Announces North American Leadership Team of Combined Anheuser-Busch InBev
Brussels (Oct. 8, 2008) – InBev (Euronext:
INB) today announced the appointments of Luiz Fernando Edmond and David A. Peacock to the North American leadership
team of Anheuser-Busch InBev, to become effective upon the closing of the combination of Anheuser-Busch Cos. (NYSE:BUD)
and InBev.
Anheuser-Busch and Teamsters Reach Tentative Agreement
ST. LOUIS (Oct. 7, 2008) – Anheuser-Busch, Inc.
and the International Brotherhood of Teamsters have reached a tentative agreement on a five-year contract covering
more than 5,000 full-time employees at the company’s 12 U.S. breweries.
Budweiser Renews Sponsorship of Manchester United
LONDON (Oct. 7, 2008) – Budweiser and
Manchester United announced a renewal of their partnership, extending the beer brand’s proud sponsorship of
the world-famous football team through the 2009/2010 season. Budweiser has supported the club since 2002.
Anheuser-Busch Sets Special Shareholders Meeting Date to Vote on Combination with InBev
ST. LOUIS (Oct. 6, 2008) – Anheuser-Busch
Cos. Inc. (NYSE: BUD) today announced that its special meeting for shareholders to consider and vote on the combination
between InBev N.V./S.A. and Anheuser-Busch will be held on Nov. 12 at a New York-area location.
Anheuser-Busch / International Brotherhood of Teamsters Contract Negotiations Statement
ST. LOUIS (Oct. 3, 2008) – Company and Union representatives
successfully concluded contract negotiations and reached tentative agreement on all local, national and economic
issues.
Anheuser-Busch Previews Strong Third Quarter Results
ST. LOUIS (Oct. 3, 2008) – Anheuser-Busch Cos. Inc. (NYSE: BUD)
announced today that it achieved good U.S. beer volume growth in the third quarter.
Anheuser-Busch Sets Record Date for Special Shareholders Meeting
ST. LOUIS (Sept. 24, 2008) – Anheuser-Busch Cos. Inc. (NYSE: BUD) today
announced Oct. 3 as the record date for its special meeting for shareholders to consider and vote on the combination
between InBev N.V./S.A. and Anheuser-Busch.
I-95 Corridor Coalition, Florida Department of Transportation, Anheuser-Busch Encourage Students to Be “Street Smart” This School Year
MIAMI (Sept. 18, 2008) — With high-school
students back in classrooms, the I-95 Corridor Coalition, Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) and Anheuser-Busch
today announced an initiative to help students be “Street Smart” about the choices they make.
Available To Sip and Savor: Budweiser American Ale
ST. LOUIS -- Beer drinkers around the world
have long appreciated Budweiser’s quality and heritage. Now fans of “The Great American Lager” are
invited to discover the newest member of the Budweiser family – Budweiser American Ale.
Bud Light’s ‘Swear Jar’ Wins Emmy for Outstanding Commercial
ST. LOUIS (Sept. 13, 2008) – The
Academy of Television Arts & Sciences today awarded Bud Light’s “Swear Jar” the Emmy Award
for “Outstanding Commercial” during the 60th Creative Arts Emmy® Awards held at the NOKIA Theatre
L.A. LIVE.
St. Louis Cardinals, St. Louis area Budweiser Distributors and Sportservice Announce Good Sport “Designated Driver of the Season”
The St. Louis Cardinals, St. Louis area
Budweiser distributors and Sportservice will recognize one lucky fan – Linda Morris from Troy, Ill. – as the 2008
Good Sport “Designated Driver of the Season” just prior to tonight’s 7 p.m. game against the Chicago Cubs at Busch
Stadium.
Budweiser, Biodiversity Project Sponsor Great Lakes Photography Contest
Steven Huyser-Honig, a professional photographer
from Grand Rapids, Mich., and Brenda Jones, an amateur photographer from Bartlett, Ill., were voted grand-prize winners
in the Great Lakes Forever photo contest conducted by the Biodiversity Project’s Great Lakes Forever program
and Budweiser.
Anheuser-Busch Joins Forces With Living Lands & Waters, City and Community Organizations for Annual St. Louis Riverfront Cleanup
(THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELED
DUE TO HIGH WATER LEVELS ON THE MISSSISSIPPI.) More than 1,400 trash bags filled with approximately 12 tons of trash,
more than 200 old tires and perhaps even an abandoned car – it will be trash to treasure along the St. Louis
riverfront near the Gateway Arch on Sept. 20.
Michelob Brewing Co. In Full Swing With A Full-Flavored Collection Of Beers
(Sept. 8, 2008) – Since 1896,
the Michelob name has captured what today’s adults appreciate most about their favorite beers – the best
ingredients, high brewing standards and flavorful taste. Building off a foundation steeped in heritage, Michelob
is proud to bring together never-before-released recipes and some familiar styles as part of the family.
Anheuser-Busch Announces New Non-Alcohol Subsidiary - 9th Street Beverages
ST. LOUIS (Sept. 2, 2008) – Anheuser-Busch
announced today it has established a subsidiary called 9th Street Beverages, LLC, to expand the company’s non-alcohol
business, which includes brands such as 180 Energy, BORBA Skin Balance Water, Icelandic Glacial and Monster.
Beck’s Oktoberfest Arrives with Autumn
ST. LOUIS (Sept. 2, 2008) – Celebrate
the arrival of Autumn and Oktoberfest season with Beck’s Oktoberfest – an authentic German Oktoberfest import beer
brewed especially for this time of year and now available nationwide in bars, restaurants and grocery stores.
Number of Companies with Top Rating for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Workers Jumps by One-Third
WASHINGTON (Sept. 2, 2008) – The
Human Rights Campaign Foundation today released the seventh annual Corporate Equality Index, which rates 583 businesses
on a scale from 0 to 100 percent on their treatment of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender employees, consumers
and investors.
Anheuser-Busch Pre-stages Drinking Water in Advance of Hurricane Gustav
ST. LOUIS (Aug. 29,
2008)—To prepare for potential needs, Anheuser-Busch has prestaged more than 32,250 cases—or 774,000 twelve-ounce
cans—of drinking water to aid relief efforts in markets along the Gulf of Mexico.
Statewide Outdoor Campaign by Indiana State Police, Anheuser-Busch Emphasizes Seat Belts, Designated Drivers
Indianapolis (Aug. 28, 2008) — Today the Indiana State
Police and Anheuser-Busch launched a state-wide public awareness campaign to encourage motorists to use seat belts
and designated drivers.
Anheuser-Busch / International Brotherhood of Teamsters Contract Negotiations Statement
CINCINNATI (Aug. 22, 2008) – Company and Union representatives
met in Cincinnati the week of August 18, 2008, to participate in negotiations on individual brewery local non-economic
issues.
Budweiser Debuts Latest Ads Touting Environmental Efforts
ST. LOUIS (Aug. 20, 2008) – With a legacy of environmental
commitment that dates back more than 100 years, Budweiser will use the Olympics to shine the spotlight on the brewer’s
efforts to conserve energy and water, recycle, use alternative fuels and promote wildlife conservation.
Alternative Fuels Power Anheuser-Busch Breweries
ST. LOUIS (July 30, 2008) - More than five billion
12-oz. servings of beer – or about one in seven beers brewed by Anheuser-Busch in the United States – are expected
to be brewed using renewable fuel by the end of 2009*, thanks to environmental efforts at the company’s 12 U.S. breweries.
Beer is Again America's Alcohol Beverage of Choice
ST. LOUIS (July 29, 2008) – According to a new
Gallup poll, beer’s lead over wine and spirits has returned to double-digits for the first time since 2002, particularly
among adults between the ages of 30 and 49 who tried wine for a few years then shifted back to beer.
Budweiser Shootout Returns to Daytona in 2009
ST. LOUIS and DAYTONA (July 28, 2008) – The Budweiser
Shootout, NASCAR’s season-opening event, will return in 2009 as part of Budweiser’s multi-year sponsorship renewal
with Daytona International Speedway.
Anheuser-Busch Congratulates South Dakota Attorney General Larry Long for His Innovative Approach to Drunk-Driving Prevention
ST. LOUIS (July 24, 2008) – Anheuser-Busch
applauds South Dakota Attorney General Larry Long for his continued work in helping prevent drunk driving through
his “24/7 Sobriety Program” that requires and monitors sobriety of chronic Driving Under the Influence
(DUI) offenders 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Anheuser-Busch Cos. Reports Increased Sales and Earnings for the Second Quarter and First Six Months of 2008
ST. LOUIS, July 23, 2008 – Anheuser-Busch Cos. Inc.
today reported that second quarter 2008 net sales increased 4.6 percent and diluted earnings per share (excluding
a one-time item in 2007) increased 9.2 percent. For the first six months of 2008, net sales increased 5.3 percent
and diluted earnings per share (excluding the one-time item) improved 7.1 percent.
Anheuser-Busch Renews U.S. Olympic Team Sponsorship
ST. LOUIS (July 17, 2008) – Anheuser-Busch and
the U.S. Olympic Committee (USOC) today announced the iconic American brewer’s renewed commitment to the athletes
and organizers of the U.S. Olympic Team, extending its exclusive malt beverage sponsorship through 2012.
Anheuser-Busch to Broadcast Earnings Conference Call Over The Internet
ST. LOUIS, (July 17, 2008) – Anheuser-Busch Companies,
Inc. (NYSE: BUD), will broadcast its second quarter 2008 earnings conference call over the Internet at 12
p.m. Eastern time on Wednesday, July 23, the company announced today.
InBev and Anheuser-Busch Agree to Combine, Creating the Global Leader in Beer with Budweiser as its Flagship Brand
LEUVEN, BELGIUM (July 14, 2008) and ST. LOUIS (July
13, 2008) – InBev and Anheuser-Busch have announced an agreement to combine the two companies, forming the world’s
leading global brewer. Anheuser-Busch shareholders will receive $70 per share in cash, for an aggregate equity value
of $52 billion, in an industry-transforming transaction.
Anheuser-Busch Says InBev’s Attempted Consent Solicitation is Effort to Gain Company for Under-Valued Price
ST. LOUIS, (July 7, 2008) – Anheuser-Busch Cos. Inc.
today said InBev’s announced attempt to seek to replace Anheuser-Busch’s existing board of directors with InBev’s
hand-picked nominees is a self-serving effort by InBev to try to purchase Anheuser-Busch for a price Anheuser-Busch’s
independent board already has determined to be financially inadequate and not in the best interest of shareholders.
Anheuser-Busch Renews Support of Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field and on WGN-TV
CHICAGO (July 3, 2008) – The Chicago Cubs announced today
that Anheuser-Busch has renewed its marketing relationship with the team and will continue as the exclusive malt
beverage sponsor during Cubs broadcasts on WGN-TV through the 2013 season.
Club Bud Returns as King of Olympic Nightlife
ST. LOUIS (July 3, 2008) – Budweiser, the
official international beer of the 2008 Olympic Games, is once again ready to celebrate the Olympic spirit in style – along
with a few thousand friends.
Race Fans on Fast Track to Recycling
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (July 3, 2008) – Race fans
will have an opportunity to support the environment and their favorite drivers at the Coke Zero 400 Powered by Coca-Cola
this week at historic Daytona International Speedway.
Michelob ULTRA on “The Today Show”
ST. LOUIS (July 2, 2008) – This morning, “The Today Show” and a consumer
products expert profiled their top picks for the best Independence Day foods and beverages.
New York WOD Receives $150,000 Grant for Clean Diesel Project
The company-owned distributor in New York City will
soon operate from a state-of-the art building in Hunts Point in the Bronx that will include several environmental
features. However, the New York WOD is currently developing a three-part environmental transportation strategy for
reducing diesel emissions. This program includes using biodiesel and compressed natural gas for its entire Hunts
Point fleet.
Anheuser-Busch Rejects InBev Proposal as Financially Inadequate, Not in Best Interests of Shareholders
ST. LOUIS, June 26, 2008 – Anheuser-Busch Cos. Inc.
(NYSE: BUD), a leading global brewer, today announced that its board of directors has unanimously determined that
the unsolicited, non-binding proposal by InBev (Euronext: INB) to acquire all outstanding shares of Anheuser-Busch
for $65 per share is financially inadequate and not in the best interests of Anheuser Busch shareholders.
Sean Sears Crushes The Competition At Third Annual Bud Light/USA Rock Paper Scissors League Championship
LAS VEGAS (June 23, 2008) – Sean Sears, 23, of Chicopee,
Mass. emerged from hand-to-hand combat with more than 300 of the nation’s finest Rock Paper Scissors players to claim
the 2008 Bud Light/USA Rock Paper Scissors League (USARPS) Championship and its $50,000 first prize Sunday night
in Las Vegas.
Anheuser-Busch Board Meets; No Response on InBev Proposal Announced
ST. LOUIS, June 20, 2008 – The Anheuser-Busch Cos.
Inc. (NYSE: BUD) board of directors met today to discuss in detail the unsolicited, non-binding proposal submitted
from InBev June 11 to acquire all outstanding shares of the company.
Grupo Modelo Chairman and CEO Carlos Fernandez Resigns from Anheuser-Busch Board
ST. LOUIS, June 20, 2008 – Carlos Fernandez G., chairman
and chief executive officer of Mexican brewer Grupo Modelo, S.A.B. de C.V., yesterday informed Anheuser-Busch Cos.
Inc. (NYSE: BUD) of his resignation from the American brewer’s board of directors, effective immediately.
Anheuser-Busch Acquires remaining 50 Percent Ownership of Joint Venture in India
ST. LOUIS (June 20, 2008) – Anheuser-Busch, a leading
global brewer, will purchase the remaining 50 percent ownership of the Crown Beers India Ltd. joint venture from
its partner, Crown International.
Anheuser-Busch Donates 2 Million-Plus Cans of Drinking Water to Flood, Storm Victims in Past 18 Months
ST. LOUIS (June 16, 2008) – As record flooding grips
the Upper Midwest and Mississippi River valley and residents head for higher ground, the nation’s largest brewer
is providing one of life’s necessities: safe drinking water to victims and relief workers.
Anheuser-Busch Responds To InBev Second Letter
ST. LOUIS (June 16, 2008) – Anheuser-Busch Companies,
Inc. (NYSE: BUD) today sent the following letter to Carlos Brito, Chief Executive Officer of InBev
Anheuser-Busch Acknowledges Receipt of Unsolicited Proposal from Inbev
ST. LOUIS, June 11, 2008 – Anheuser-Busch Cos. Inc.
(NYSE: BUD) announced today that it has received an unsolicited, non-binding proposal from InBev to acquire all of
the outstanding shares of Anheuser-Busch for $65 per share in cash.
Anheuser-Busch Supports Federal Government’s Teen Summer Safety Campaign
ST. LOUIS (June 10, 2008) – Anheuser-Busch, the
nation’s largest brewer, is helping the federal government spread an important public service message about underage-drinking
prevention.
Anheuser-Busch Launches Budweiser in Vietnam
HO CHI MINH CITY, Vietnam (June 9, 2008) – Budweiser,
the world famous and best-selling American-style lager, is being launched in Vietnam through an import and distribution
agreement with the GANNON Distribution Company.
Bud Light Kicks Off Homers for Education Program to Benefit The Hispanic Scholarship Fund
ST. LOUIS (June 5, 2008) – Anheuser-Busch
and the Hispanic Scholarship Fund (HSF) are teaming up for the Bud Light Homers for Education program, which will
raise money for Latino scholarships throughout the 2008 Major League Baseball season. Seven Major League Baseball
teams are participating.
Anheuser-Busch, USO Honor Nation's Military on Memorial Day
ST. LOUIS (May 21, 2008) – In tribute to all who serve their
country, Anheuser-Busch will air throughout the Memorial Day weekend on national broadcasts its acclaimed TV advertisement “Applause” that
features U.S. military men and women who have served in Operation Iraqi Freedom.
Anheuser-Busch Donates More Than $1.6 Million (RMB 11.2 Million) in Aid to Victims of China Earthquake
SHANGHAI (May 15, 2008) – Anheuser-Busch announced
it is donating $500,000 (RMB 3.5 million) to the Chinese Red Cross to aid relief efforts for victims the 7.9 magnitude
earthquake that struck the Sichuan province in Central China. The international brewer also will provide more than
$1.1 million (RMB 7.7 million) or 425,000 cases of fresh drinking water to the area.
Anheuser-Busch to Terminate its U.S. Importing Rights for Grolsch
ST. LOUIS (May 14,
2008) – Anheuser-Busch Inc. has signed a letter of intent to terminate its U.S. importing rights to the Grolsch
beer brands, it announced today. Miller Brewing Company will become the importer of the Grolsch brands. The
deal will provide enhanced protections for Anheuser-Busch equity wholesalers. Anheuser-Busch expects the deal to
close by August 1, 2008.
Anheuser-Busch, National Fatherhood Initiative Launch Online Forum for Parents on MySpace
ST. LOUIS (May 9, 2008) – While
there is no instruction manual for raising teens, parents now have the benefit of learning from each other about
how to help prevent underage drinking via a new online resource. Anheuser-Busch and the National Fatherhood Initiative
(NFI) today launched a new web forum for sharing best practices on the Positive Parenting Connection page on MySpace.
Not Until You’re 21
ST. LOUIS (May 6, 2008) – "No
Sale, No How, No Way." It’s what teens who may attempt to buy alcohol during prom and graduation season will hear
from retailers who are on alert and committed to helping prevent underage drinking. That’s according to a new poll
that shows preventing minors from obtaining alcohol is a priority for those who sell or serve it.
2nd Annual Sesame Place Day For Children with Autism
Langhorne, PA (April 30, 2008) – Reaching out to families
with Autistic children, Sesame Place, working with Variety – The Children’s Charity of Greater Philadelphia, was
proud to host the 2nd Annual Sesame Place Day for Children with Autism. It was held on Saturday, April 26, 2008,
from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. for families who registered in advance with Variety.
Bud Light Lime Makes A SplashWith Refreshing Twist
ST. LOUIS (April
28, 2008) – Whether reclining poolside, playing a friendly pick-up game of volleyball on the beach or mingling
at a rooftop party in the city, people searching for refreshment from the heat will spend the summer cooling off
with Bud Light Lime – a crisp light lager beer that combines the superior drinkability of Bud Light with a
splash of 100 percent natural lime flavor.
Unique Flavor, Refreshing Qualities Prove Golden For Hoegaarden At 2008 World Beer Cup®
ST. LOUIS (April
23, 2008) – Hoegaarden, the Original Belgian White Beer, was awarded its fourth consecutive World Beer Cup
Gold Medal in the Belgian-Style White (or Wit)/Belgian-Style Wheat category at the 2008 Brewers Association World
Beer Cup competition held recently in San Diego, Calif.
Anheuser-Busch Cos. Reports Improved Sales And Earnings Per Share For The First Quarter 2008
ST. LOUIS (April
23, 2008) – Anheuser-Busch Cos., Inc. reported improved sales and earnings for the first quarter 2008 today at its
annual meeting of shareholders held in Orlando, Fla. Consolidated net sales increased 6.2 percent in the first quarter
2008 and earnings per share increased 6.0 percent.
Anheuser-Busch to Broadcast Investor Conference Call over the Internet
ST. LOUIS (April
16, 2008) – Anheuser-Busch Companies, Inc. (NYSE: BUD), will broadcast its first quarter 2008 earnings conference
call over the Internet at 4 p.m. Eastern time on Wednesday, April 23, the company announced today.
Anheuser-Busch and Hispanic Scholarship Fund Team Up With Major League Soccer for Higher Education
ST. LOUIS (April
14, 2008) – Anheuser-Busch and the Hispanic Scholarship Fund (HSF) announced they will team up to provide scholarships
for Latino students nationwide through the Budweiser Saves for Education program.
Anheuser-Busch Employees Seeing Green
ST. LOUIS (April 11,
2008) – As Earth Day approaches, Anheuser-Busch will begin airing four new television ads featuring employees discussing
the company’s commitment to the environment. At the same time, thousands of Anheuser-Busch employees across the country
and their families are gearing up for the company’s annual “Green Week” activities.
Anheuser-Busch Donates $50,000 To The Backstoppers, Inc.
ST. LOUIS (April
1, 2008) – Anheuser-Busch Companies, Inc. today announced it donated $50,000 to The BackStoppers, Inc., an organization
dedicated to assisting the families of fallen emergency personnel in the St. Louis region.
Anheuser-Busch to Relocate and Expand Tangshan Brewery
HONG KONG (March 28, 2008) – Anheuser-Busch
announced today it will build a new brewery in the Fengnan District of Tangshan to replace a smaller downtown brewery.
The move supports the local government’s efforts to relocate industrial facilities outside the city and redevelop
Tangshan’s downtown into a more residential and commercial area.
‘Here’s To Beer’ Continues Celebration Of St. Louis Brewers At Second Annual Heritage Festival May 8 – 10
ST. LOUIS (March 28, 2008) – If
you missed last year’s inaugural St. Louis Brewers Heritage Festival held in the city’s historic Forest
Park, then picture great beer and delicious food from some of the area’s finest restaurants, and 15,000 adults
underneath blue skies enjoying various beer styles and toasting with friends.
National Fatherhood Initiative Names Anheuser-Busch 2008 Fatherhood Award™ Winner
ST. LOUIS (March 25,
2008) – Anheuser-Busch has been selected as a 2008 Fatherhood Award™ winner by the National Fatherhood Initiative
(NFI). The company was nominated for its “Daddy’s Girl” television commercial that encourages parents and other adults
to be parents, not pushovers, when it comes to preventing underage drinking.
“Beer is Back!”: Budweiser Toasts its History with 75th Anniversary Repeal of Prohibition Commemoration
ST. LOUIS (March 24,
2008) — American workers and beer drinkers across the nation will raise a glass on April 7 to toast a significant
milestone in the history of American brewing – the 75th anniversary of the end of Prohibition for beer in the United
States.
Perfect Your Pint with New Black & Tan Tool from Bass Pale Ale
ST. LOUIS (March 10, 2008) — Staying
true to its English roots, Bass Pale Ale introduces this month its own version of the umbrella – or brolly, as the
Brits call it – that won’t block the rain, but will help adult beer drinkers create perfect, authentic Black & Tans
at home parties and get-togethers this St. Patrick’s Day.
There’s Nothing Shy About Blue Dawg Brewing’s Bold Blueberry Lager – Wild Blue
ST. LOUIS (March 7,
2008) — Not suited for timid or reserved beer drinkers, Wild Blue’s defining taste characteristic is its kick of
natural blueberry flavor.
Daytona 500 Fans Get on Fast Track to Recycling
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla.,(March
6, 2008) —NASCAR fans had the opportunity to support the environment, as well as their favorite drivers, during the
historic running of the 50th Daytona 500 at the storied Daytona International Speedway.
Bud Light/USA Rock Paper Scissors League Championship Offers Chance at $50,000, World Supremacy
ST. LOUIS (March
5, 2008) — Building on two years of success and momentum, the Bud Light/USA Rock Paper Scissors League(USARPS) Championship
is going global in 2008.
Getting More Than a Tan Out of Spring Break - Survey Reveals College Students Show Concern for Others, Themselves
ST. LOUIS (March
4, 2008) —College students on spring break are more apt to spend quality time with their parents or siblings than
on a trip to the beach.
Anheuser-Busch Brewmasters Share Their Newest Recipe – Sun Dog Amber Wheat
ST. LOUIS (March 3, 2008) – For
the past three years, Anheuser-Busch brewmasters have brewed special batches of beer crafted to complement the changing
seasons. For the first time, there’s a new addition to the familiar line of favorites. Sun Dog Amber Wheat joins
the seasonal beer family this spring.
American Red Cross St. Louis Area Chapter Launches First-Of-Its-Kind Emergency Preparedness Program
ST. LOUIS, MO (Feb.
28, 2008) – The American Red Cross St. Louis Area Chapter today launched the Red Cross Ready Rating™ Program,
a new emergency preparedness program.
Bud Light Enters The Octagon™ As Exclusive Beer Sponsor Of Ultimate Fighting Championship®
COLUMBUS, Ohio (Feb. 28, 2008) – This
spring, millions of Ultimate Fighting Championship® fans will see a new heavyweight take the center of the Octagon™.
Today Anheuser-Busch and UFC® announced that Bud Light, the world’s best-selling beer, will become the
new exclusive beer sponsor for the UFC.
Worlds Of Discovery Planned For Nakheel's The Palm Jebel Ali In Dubai
Orlando, Fla. (Feb. 28,
2008) – Busch Entertainment Corporation (BEC), the family entertainment division of Anheuser-Busch Cos., today
announced an agreement with Nakheel PJSC, one of the world’s largest property developers, to create the Worlds
of Discovery – SeaWorld, Aquatica, Busch Gardens and Discovery Cove – on The Palm Jebel Ali in Dubai.
Anheuser-Busch Optimistic About U.S. Beer Sales and Profitability
BOCA RATON, Feb. 21,
2008 – Anheuser-Busch management reviewed the company’s strategies to accelerate U.S. beer sales and profitability,
and reaffirmed the company’s 7 to 10 percent long-term earnings growth objective, in a presentation given at the
Consumer Analyst Group of New York Conference today.
Anheuser-Busch Foundation Donates $100,000 to Aid Victims of Southern Tornadoes
ST. LOUIS (Feb. 14,
2008) – The Anheuser-Busch Foundation announced today that it is donating $100,000 to the American Red Cross
to aid relief efforts for victims of last week’s Southern tornadoes.
Anheuser-Busch to Broadcast Investor Presentation over the Internet
ST. LOUIS, Feb. 14,
2008 – Anheuser-Busch Companies, Inc. (NYSE: BUD), will broadcast its presentation to the Consumer Analyst Group
of New York over the Internet at 2:30 p.m. Eastern time on Thursday, Feb. 21, the company announced today.
Anheuser-Busch Renews Sponsorship of PGA TOUR.
ST. LOUIS
(Feb. 13, 2008) – The PGA TOUR and Anheuser-Busch today announced a new three-year deal that will extend a relationship
that has been in place since 1994.
Susan G. Komen for the Cure ® Recognizes Anheuser-Busch with Award for Voluntarism
ST. LOUIS (Feb. 8,
2008) – On Feb. 8, the Susan G. Komen for the Cure organization honored Anheuser-Busch as its corporate recipient
of the 2008 Jill Ireland Award for Voluntarism at a leadership conference in Dallas, Texas.
Anheuser-Busch Cos. Reports Increased Sales and Earnings for the Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2007
ST. LOUIS, Jan. 31,
2008 – Anheuser-Busch Cos. Inc. today reported that fourth quarter 2007 net sales increased 7.9 percent and diluted
earnings per share increased 16 percent. For the full year 2007, net sales increased 6.2 percent and diluted earnings
per share (excluding normalization items in both years) improved 10.3 percent.
Budweiser Traces Your Family Tree To Roots In Africa
Register to
Win a Genealogy Test and Trip for Four to the Motherland
This February – Black History Month – Anheuser-Busch and its flagship brand Budweiser will help one person win the
chance of a lifetime: discovering their family’s origins and the opportunity to travel to that destination to retrace
their family’s history.
Anheuser-Busch to Broadcast Investor Conference Call over the Internet
Anheuser-Busch Companies,
Inc. (NYSE: BUD), will broadcast its fourth quarter 2007 earnings conference call over the Internet at 4 p.m. Eastern
time on Thursday, Jan. 31, the company announced today.
Gateway MS Society Honors Anheuser-Busch
ST. LOUIS (January 17,
2008) – On Jan. 17, the Gateway Area Chapter of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society honored Anheuser-Busch as
a corporate champion for its efforts to make a difference in the lives of people living with multiple sclerosis.
Anheuser-Busch Donates $250,000 to the National Cares Mentoring Movement
ST. LOUIS (Jan. 15,
2008) – Anheuser-Busch is proud to announce its support as a founding sponsor of the National Cares Mentoring Movement
(NCMM) through a $250,000 donation as the country celebrates the birthday of the Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King
Jr. and observes “National Mentoring Month.”
¡La Combinación Perfecta!
Budweiser & Clamato Chelada and Bud Light & Clamata Chelada Arrive Nationwide
As one of the hottest
new products to hit markets in California and Texas cities, followed by tremendous success in Arizona, Colorado and
Nebraska, Budweiser & Clamato Chelada and Bud Light & Clamato Chelada will arrive in convenience stores, supermarkets
and grocery stores nationwide today.
Anheuser-Busch Reports Increased U.S. Beer Volume in 2007
Anheuser-Busch, Inc.,
increased U.S. shipments to wholesalers to 104.4 million barrels in 2007 – up 2.1 million barrels or 2 percent over
2006, it was announced today by August A. Busch IV. “Anheuser-Busch achieved increased shipments in 2007 due to the
success of our initiatives to broaden the company’s beer portfolio, including the addition of InBev European brands,” Busch
said.