http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com The latest news from The Coca-Cola Company en-us 5 12/10/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20101210_chromocell.html The Coca-Cola Company, the world's largest beverage company, and Chromocell Corporation, a company focused on using proprietary technologies to discover and develop novel flavor ingredients for the food, beverage, and ingredient supply industries, announced today that they are collaborating on flavor innovation research. 12/09/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20101209_buffett.html The Coca-Cola Company Board of Directors today elected Howard G. Buffett as a Director of the Company, effective immediately. 12/08/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20101208_toys_for_tots.html Ho Ho Ho. 'Tis the season for giving! Coca-Cola is making it easy for people to help others have a Merry Christmas with a national online gift drive benefitting Toys for Tots. 12/08/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20101208_cutrale.html The Coca-Cola Company and Cutrale Citrus Juices of Brazil announced today at Florida Citrus Mutual's monthly board meeting here a donation of $3 million to the University of Florida Foundation in support of long-term research projects, specifically those aimed at preventing a widespread disease that affects citrus crops. 12/02/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/viewpoints_kent_rekindling_growth_innovation_america.html Two years ago, we looked long and hard at trends that would be shaping America and the global landscape over the next decade and beyond. We began a serious process of strategic renewal across our entire Coca-Cola system.... 12/01/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20101201_cash_tender.html The Coca-Cola Company today announced that, pursuant to its previously announced cash tender offers, approximately $1.041 billion in aggregate principal amount of notes subject to the Maximum Tender Offer were validly tendered and not validly withdrawn before 5:00 p.m., EST, on Tuesday, November 30, 2010, the early tender date for the Maximum Tender Offer, according to information provided by D. F. King & Co., Inc., the tender agent for the tender offers, as more fully set forth below.... 11/30/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20101130_pricing.html The Coca-Cola Company today announced the reference yield and the total consideration for each series of notes subject to its previously announced Maximum Tender Offer. 11/23/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/presskit_freestyle.html Coca-Cola Freestyle, The Coca-Cola Company’s exciting new interactive fountain dispenser is now ready for take-off at Hartsfield-Jackson. 11/23/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20101123_cash_tender.html The Coca-Cola Company today announced that approximately $1.85 billion in aggregate principal amount of notes were tendered prior to 5:00 p.m., EST, on Monday, November 22, 2010 -- the Any and All Offer expiration date -- pursuant to its previously announced cash tender offer for any and all of the 7.125% Debentures due August 1, 2017, 4.500% Notes due August 15, 2019, Zero Coupon Notes due June 20, 2020, 8.500% Debentures due February 1, 2022, 8.000% Debentures due September 15, 2022, 6.750% Debentures due September 15, 2023, 7.000% Debentures due October 1, 2026, 6.950% Debentures due November 15, 2026, 6.750% Debentures due September 15, 2028, 6.700% Debentures due October 15, 2036, 6.750% Debentures due January 15, 2038 and 7.000% Debentures due May 15, 2098 issued by the Company's wholly-owned subsidiary, Coca-Cola Refreshments USA, Inc., and the 7.375% Notes due July 29, 2093 issued by the Company. 11/22/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20101122_any_and_all_offer.html The Coca-Cola Company today announced the reference yield and the total consideration for each series of notes subject to its previously announced Any and All Offer. 11/18/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20101118_jones.html Ingrid Saunders Jones, Senior Vice President of Global Community Connections and Chair of The Coca-Cola Foundation, will serve as the plenary keynote speaker during the 'International Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) – the Role for U.S. Business in the Next Decade,' Thursday, November 18, 2010 , at 8:15 a.m. (EST) at the Grand Hyatt Hotel in Washington D.C. 11/17/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20101117_modeling_call.html The Coca-Cola Company today announced that Gary P. Fayard, Chief Financial Officer and Executive Vice President, will host an investor conference call at 10:00 a.m. (EST), on December 14, 2010. 11/16/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20101116_cash_tender.html The Coca-Cola Company today announced changes to the terms of its previously announced Any and All Offer and Maximum Tender Offer for certain series of outstanding debt securities issued by the Company and its wholly-owned subsidiary, Coca-Cola Refreshments USA, Inc., pursuant to an Offer to Purchase, dated November 4, 2010, which sets forth a more comprehensive description of the terms of the tender offers. 11/15/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20101115_black.html The Coca-Cola Company said today that Director Cathleen P. Black, who was recently named Chancellor of the New York City Public School System, has informed the Company that she will resign from the Company's Board of Directors, effective Dec. 31, 2010. 11/15/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20101115_cash_tender.html The Coca-Cola Company today announced the reference yield and the total consideration for each series of notes subject to its previously announced Any and All Offer. 11/12/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20101112_foundation.html Sixteen organizations in California, Texas and New York are being awarded $10,000 to $25,000 grants to help support physical activity and nutrition education programs focused on the entire family. 11/09/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20101109_powerade.html Sports Drink Joins the Action as Part of Long-standing Coca-Cola-NCAA Partnership 11/08/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20101108_uso.html They have performed across the country, served the United States in the D-Day invasion of Normandy in World War II and just returned from the front lines of Afghanistan. They are the 82nd Airborne Division 'All-American' Chorus, and they will be at Coca-Cola Headquarters in Atlanta this week to honor service members for Veterans Day. 11/04/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20101104_cash_tender.html The Coca-Cola Company today announced that it has commenced a cash tender offer for specified series of outstanding debt securities issued by the Company and Coca-Cola Enterprises Inc. 10/29/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20101029_china_investment.html The Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of The Coca-Cola Company, Mr. Muhtar Kent, announced in Inner Mongolia today the opening and near completion of three new bottling plants in China worth a combined 1.6 billion RMB (USD 240 million), continuing its rapid expansion in one of the world’s largest and fastest growing beverage markets. 10/26/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/presskit_holiday_2010.html Refreshing a tradition of compelling holiday campaigns, The Coca-Cola Company today announced plans for a new global marketing campaign that taps the iconic heritage of traditional imagery used by Coca-Cola such as Santa Claus, the Coca-Cola Christmas 'caravan' delivery trucks and even a nod to the Coca-Cola Polar Bear, while including a new song written by Grammy Award winning band Train. 10/21/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20101021_dividend.html The Board of Directors of The Coca-Cola Company today declared a regular quarterly dividend of 44 cents per common share. The dividend is payable on December 15, 2010 to shareowners of record as of December 1, 2010. 10/20/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20101020_odwalla_plantbottle.html Next year is looking even greener for Odwalla. The natural health beverage company announced today its plans to transition all of the brand's single-serve bottles to PlantBottle packaging, HDPE made of up to 100% plant-based materials and 100 percent recyclable, in March 2011. 10/19/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20101019_corporate_third_qtr_earnings.html Today, our Company reports solid performance, with quarterly results exceeding all long-term growth targets. Our momentum advances from a position of strength as we continue to gain global volume and value share in both core sparkling and still beverages. The acquisition of Coca-Cola Enterprises' North American business closed early in Q4 in line with our commitment, and integration efforts are well on track. 10/14/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20101014_sprite_playground.html What's a school playground without a slide, monkey bars or swing set? How old is the physical education equipment at the schools in your community? Sprite is working to keep students physically active at school with the second Sprite Refresh Your School Playground Sweepstakes. 10/12/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/presskit_telenovela.html Who said dreams can't come true? Thanks to the Coca-Cola Telenovela Club, eight families from across the country were able to open happiness and create memories as they received the star treatment on a five-day, four-night vacation for six to Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando. 10/11/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20101011_vitaminwater.html today, the industry's leading enhanced water beverage maker announces its latest innovation, vitaminwater stur-D (blue agave - passion fruit - citrus flavored blend), the very first enhanced water and juice beverage to include vitamin d and calcium, which help support strong bones, and vitamin c. 10/04/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/viewpoints_kent_women_key_economic_growth.html Muhtar Kent delivers The Coca-Cola World Fund at Yale Lecture, sponsored by the Whitney and Betty MacMillan Center for International and Area Studies at Yale, the Yale Law School, and the Yale School of Management. 10/03/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20101003_cce_transaction.html The Coca-Cola Company today announced that it has completed the acquisition of the North American operations of Coca-Cola Enterprises and the sale of the Company's Norway and Sweden bottling operations to CCE. This transaction positions The Coca-Cola Company to more profitably deliver the world's greatest brands and drive long-term value for all shareholders. 09/29/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20100929_attractive_employer.html The Coca-Cola Company today announced their top ranking on Universum's second annual survey to identify the 'World's Most Attractive Employers' among career seekers with a business background. 09/29/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20100929_odwalla.html Odwalla is expanding its bars line this month with two delicious new flavors -- Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein and Blueberry Swirl Superfood. A great addition to the Odwalla family, these new bars provide wholesome nourishment on-the-go -- perfect for busy fall schedules and active lifestyles. 09/28/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20100928_philippines.html The Coca-Cola Company today renewed its strong commitment to the Philippines with a pledge to increase investments in this important country by US$1 billion over five years. 09/27/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20100927_kose.html The Coca-Cola Company today announced that the U.S. Federal Trade Commission and Canadian Competition Bureau have both cleared the Company's proposed acquisition of the North American operations of Coca-Cola Enterprises. 09/23/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/viewpoints_cnn_icons.html CNN International's 'Icon' series recently looked at how an aggressive marketing strategy and relentless focus on building consumer connections through strong storytelling have made Coca-Cola the world's No. 1 brand. 09/21/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20100921_cgi.html At a plenary session on empowering women at the Clinton Global Initiative, Muhtar Kent, chairman and chief executive officer of The Coca-Cola Company, today pledged to empower 5 million women entrepreneurs throughout Coca-Cola's global business system by 2020. 09/20/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20100611_fantanas.html They sang, they danced, and now, after a national contest the Search for the Fourth Fantana is complete. Brittany Hampton from Baton Rouge, La., won the contest after capturing the hearts of Fanta fans online. People nationwide will meet Brittany starting today via a Fanta commercial airing throughout the week on MTV and through special announcements posted to www.Fanta.com and other social media sites. 09/20/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20100920_zero.html The Coca-Cola Company's most successful new sparkling beverage in a generation, Coke Zero, turns five this year, and its run as the only soft drink on the market to post double-digit sales gains for five straight years is showing no signs of slowing. 09/15/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/newproduct_odwalla_heart_health.html Odwalla soon will have hearts pumpin'. This month, the natural health beverage company introduces Heart Health Superfood, a berrylicious new blend that contains 0.4g of plant sterols per 8 fl oz serving. 09/09/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20100527_happiness_machine_clio.html The much-anticipated sequel to the global internet sensation -- the Coca-Cola Happiness Machine is now here, spreading happiness to the UK. With over one million views in the first week alone, the winner of CLIO's prestigious Gold Interactive Award and with a prime-time spot in the American Idol ad break, the film truly captured the world's imagination earlier this year and made people ask 'Where will happiness strike next?' 09/09/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/presskit_national_parks.html Millions of Americans across the country proved the power of social media and the strength of their voice through this summer's 'America Is Your Park' campaign. 09/08/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20100908_water_footprint_report.html The Coca-Cola Company and The Nature Conservancy announced today the release of a water footprint report in conjunction with World Water Week in Stockholm, Sweden. The report, entitled 'Product Water Footprint Assessments: Practical Application in Corporate Water Stewardship,' examines three pilot studies that were conducted on Coca-Cola products and ingredients. 08/31/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20100831_coke_zero_playbook.html Online Game Gives Fans a Chance to Compete for Daily Prizes and Exclusive Experiences from Some of College Football's Most Popular Schools 08/30/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20100830_barclays_capital.html The Coca-Cola Company today announced Gary P. Fayard, Chief Financial Officer and Executive Vice President, will present at the Barclays Capital Back-To-School Consumer Conference in Boston at 9:45 a.m. (EDT), Wednesday, September 8, 2010. 08/24/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20100824_hart-scott.html The Coca-Cola Company announced today that it has withdrawn and will refile its notification and report form filed with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) in order to provide the FTC additional time to review the Company's proposal to acquire Coca-Cola Enterprises' (CCE) North American bottling business. 08/18/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20100818_haiti_hope.html The Coca-Cola Company (NYSE: KO) and the United States Government, acting through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), today announced that USAID will provide an initial contribution of $1 million to the Haiti Hope Project, a public-private initiative that aims to develop a sustainable mango industry in Haiti. 08/10/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20100810_timing_earnings.html The Coca-Cola Company will release third quarter and year-to-date 2010 financial results on Tuesday, October 19, before the stock market opens. The Company will host an investor conference call at 9:30 a.m. (EDT), on October 19. 08/04/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20100804_mcr.html We all know that the best things in life are free. And, who understands that better than My Coke Rewards, the program that gives you great stuff in return for doing something you love, drinking Coca-Cola beverages. My Coke Rewards is saying thank you to its 15 million members through the launch of its Million Point Giveaway promotion in August and September. 07/30/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20100730_ftc.html The Coca-Cola Company announced today that it has withdrawn and will refile its notification and report forms filed with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) in order to provide the FTC additional time to review the Company's proposal to acquire Coca-Cola Enterprises' North American bottling business. In addition, the Company announced that it has withdrawn and will refile its required notification with the relevant competition authorities in Canada. 07/29/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/presskit_national_parks.html Remember the old refrain, 'All work and no play makes Jack a dull boy?' Who wants to be dull? Coca-Cola, the National Park Foundation and renowned medical-diet expert Dr. Ian Smith want you to add a little fun into your life by making playdates in the parks for you and your family this summer. The 'America Is Your Park' campaign launches today to encourage millions of Americans to be active outdoors and to cast a vote for their favorite park to win a $100,000 recreation grant made possible by Coca-Cola's Live Positively initiative. 07/28/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20100728_fanta_italy.html With the objective of meeting its consumers' demand, Coca-Cola Italy has launched a reformulated Fanta, containing no added preservatives. 07/22/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20100722_dividend.html The Board of Directors of The Coca-Cola Company today declared a regular quarterly dividend of 44 cents per common share. The dividend is payable October 1, 2010, to shareowners of record as of September 15, 2010. 07/21/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20100721_corporate_second_qtr_earnings.html Today, our Company reports strong performance in the second quarter, delivering volume, profit and earnings growth ahead of our long-term targets. We are winning in the marketplace with global volume and value share gains in total nonalcoholic ready-to-drink beverages as well as across the sparkling and still beverage categories. 07/16/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/presskit_fifa_celebration_award2010.html The first goal scored in the 2010 FIFA World Cup resulted in a flamboyant display of dance by the host nation team that today was chosen by fans around the world as the most iconic goal celebration of the tournament earning Bafana Bafana's goalscorer Siphiwe Tshabalala the first ever 'Coca-Cola Celebration Award.' 07/15/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/presskit_fifa_african_book_happiness.html Joining the 2010 FIFA World Cup Trophy Tour by Coca-Cola on its first ever journey across the African continent, photographer Joseph Peter has captured a unique insight into African happiness as part of a new book in association with Coca-Cola. 'The African Book of Happiness' documents the FIFA World Cup Trophy Tour and is a photographic study of happiness and celebration across the African continent. Peter captured the epic journey of the trophy as he accompanied the FIFA World Cup Trophy Tour by Coca-Cola through 50 African countries over 75 days, during which time more than 200,000 fans were given a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to see the greatest prize in football. 07/11/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/presskit_fifa-oh.html When the final whistle blows on the 2010 FIFA World Cup and the FIFA World Cup Trophy is in the hands of the winning team, billions of fans around the world will have experienced a spectacular sporting event and many will cherish experiences that brought the FIFA World Cup to life through Coca-Cola consumer programs. 06/30/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20100630_regal.html With the purchase of a large fountain drink from Coca-Cola at a Regal theatre, moviegoers can win a trip to Hollywood to attend the American Music Awards this November! 06/28/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20100628_timing_earnings.html The Coca-Cola Company will release second quarter 2010 financial results on Wednesday, July 21, before the stock market opens. The Company will host an investor conference call at 9:00 a.m. (EDT), on July 21. 06/24/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20100624_kvass.html Coca-Cola To Import Russian Fermented Beverage To The U.S. In Recognition Of President Dmitry Medvedev's Historic Visit To The United States 06/24/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/presskit_freestyle.html Coca-Cola Freestyle, The Coca-Cola Company's exciting new interactive fountain dispenser, is available for the first time in the Dallas area. 06/16/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20100616_south_africa.html The students are winners of the Coca-Cola 'Open Happiness Tour,' a video contest that sought creative and inspirational answers to the question: How does the Coca-Cola RAIN program inspire you? As part of a multifaceted sponsorship program inspired by the first FIFA World Cup being held in Africa, Coca-Cola is inviting consumers to join its football-themed, global Coca-Cola RAIN 'Water for Schools' initiative to help provide safe drinking water for schoolchildren in Africa and around the world. 06/15/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20100615_ccf_grants.html The Coca-Cola Foundation is seeking proposals for grants which will total $300,000 to support active healthy living initiatives focused on family-oriented physical activity and nutrition education programs in California, New York and Texas. The grant awards will range from $10,000 to $25,000 for each organization, totaling $100,000 per state. All grant proposals must be submitted by July 15, 2010, and grant awards will be announced by September 30, 2010. 06/14/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20100614_deutsche_bank.html The Coca-Cola Company today announced James Quincey, President, Northwest Europe and Nordics, will present at the Deutsche Bank Global Consumer Conference being held in Paris, France at 2:00 p.m. (CET) / 8:00 a.m. (EDT), Tuesday, June 15, 2010. 06/11/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20100611_fantanas.html Don't you wanna... be a Fantana? Now's your chance! Lily, your favorite Pineapple Fantana, is on a mission to find the perfect person, to take her place as the fourth Fantana. Those who dream of becoming a Fantana have the chance to join the flavorful foursome by submitting their audition videos to www.Fanta.com. 06/10/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/presskit_fifa_celebration_award2010.html Scoring a goal on football's biggest stage catapults players into a moment of pure happiness and celebration that defines their careers and marks some of the most iconic scenes in FIFA World Cup matches. Today, Coca-Cola for the first time in FIFA World Cup history has revealed plans to recognise the most entertaining goal celebration with the 'Coca-Cola Celebration Award.' 06/09/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20100319_unity_cup.html The Coca-Cola Company together with Special Olympics, is proud to announce an incredible roster of celebrities and football legends who will participate alongside 16 Special Olympics athletes in the inaugural match of the 'Special Olympics Unity Cup' presented by Coca-Cola, at Cape Town Stadium just prior to a 2010 FIFA World Cup quarterfinal match on 3 July. 06/08/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20100608_mello_yello.html It's easy going, it's easy flowing, and it's getting an old-school look. Since the summers of disco, tie dye and 1970s cool, Mello Yello has offered a delicious citrus flavor to chill any hot summer day. Starting this summer, Mello Yello is rocking that same smooth taste in a remixed version of the original package design. 06/07/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20100603_snapple.html The Coca-Cola Company has entered into an agreement with Dr Pepper Snapple Group, Inc. to distribute certain DPS brands, subject to the completion of The Coca-Cola Company's acquisition of CCE's North American bottling business. In addition, Dr Pepper and Diet Dr Pepper will be made available on The Coca-Cola Company's new proprietary touch-screen Coca-Cola Freestyle fountain dispenser. 05/28/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20100527_happiness_machine_clio.html Since January 12, 2010, hidden camera footage of smiling students getting more than they bargained for from a Coke vending machine has been viewed by more than 2.2 million people on YouTube. Last night, the Coca-Cola 'Happiness Machine' was awarded CLIO's prestigious Gold Interactive Award at the 51 st annual awards dinner held in New York City. A CLIO award is one of the world's most recognized industry accolades for advertising, design and communications. 05/27/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/presskit_fifa2010_knaan.html 'Wavin' Flag – Coca-Cola Celebration Mix' Is a Certified Number One Hit in China, Mexico and Germany and Continues Rise on Music Charts Around the World. 'Coca-Cola Celebration Radio' -- First Digital Radio Station Created by a Brand Debuts Featuring Playlist of Hundreds of Songs and Audio Blogs by K'NAAN 05/26/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20100525_plantbottle_award.html The Coca-Cola Company received high honors at the 22nd annual, global DuPont Awards for Packaging Innovation. The Company's PlantBottle packaging earned a gold award out of more than 160 global entrants in the overall program, for its demonstrated breakthrough packaging innovation. 05/24/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20100525_odwalla.html All 50 states will be competing for trees this summer when Odwalla launches its third annual Plant a Tree program. The program is a partnership between Odwalla and America's State Parks to support the environment and help with important reforestation and planting initiatives. 05/21/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/viewpoints.html Read these and other speeches by Chairman and CEO Muhtar Kent and other Coca-Cola leadership. 05/20/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/presskit_fifa2010.html Before a ball is kicked in the 2010 FIFA World Cup and the teams compete for the greatest prize in football, the tournament's 18-carat gold trophy has already undertaken its biggest ever global tour. Travelling 151,217 kilometers (93,958 miles), over 225 days crossing five continents and touching the lives of more than 500,000, the FIFA World Cup Trophy Tour by Coca-Cola has now touched down in South Africa for a final tour of the host nation. 05/17/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20100517_powerade_ochoa_latino.html POWERADE will feature the star goalkeeper in its first-ever, fully-integrated marketing campaign created exclusively for U.S. Hispanic consumer. POWERADE Latino, as the campaign is known, will coincide with the 2010 FIFA World Cup in South Africa. 05/11/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_201005010_happiness_barometer.html A study undertaken by Coca-Cola has uncovered the leading sources of happiness. The global study which covers 16 countries and four continents identifies what happiness means to different nationalities and reveals that, despite the rapid pace of growth in the virtual world, human contact wins hands down when it comes to happiness. 05/08/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20100508_china_expo_birthday.html Commemorating the serving of the first icy-cold Coca-Cola in 1886, Coca-Cola today celebrated 'Coca-Cola Day' at the 2010 Shanghai World Exposition. Coca-Cola hosted a series of mega-celebrations throughout the day including the first ever performance of African-born hip-hop artist, K'NAAN in China along with Chinese pop-stars Jacky Cheung and Jane Zhang. 05/07/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/happy_birthday_coca-cola.html This Saturday, May 8, marks the 124th anniversary of the day the first glass of Coca-Cola was served at Jacob's Pharmacy in Atlanta, where it sold more than nine servings a day for a nickel a glass. Since that day, Coca-Cola has continued to bring people together by inspiring moments of optimism and uplift, and providing an antidote to the negative forces of the day. 05/05/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20100505_odwalla.html With a flavor fresh from the fields, new Odwalla Strawberry Protein Monster packs 25 grams of protein in every bottle. The newest addition to the Protein Monster line blends scrumptious strawberries and soy and dairy protein for a bountiful harvest of muscle building might. 05/04/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/shanghai_expo.html Visiting Shanghai to attend the opening of the 2010 World Exposition in Shanghai, the Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of The Coca-Cola Company, Muhtar Kent has reaffirmed the Company's long term commitment to China. 05/03/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/presskit_fifa_digital_campaign2010.html The Coca-Cola Company is celebrating the countdown to the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa by encouraging people around the world to take part in the longest-ever online goal celebration. The 'Longest Celebration' competition will offer fans the opportunity to win a range of prizes, including tickets to 2010 FIFA World Cup matches. 04/29/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20100429_goldman_sachs_tripodi.html Joe Tripodi, Executive Vice President and Chief Marketing and Commercial Officer of The Coca-Cola Company will present at the Goldman Sachs Consumer Products Symposium in New York, at 12:35 p.m. (EDT), Thursday, May 13. 04/30/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20100430_china_shanghai_expo.html Visiting Shanghai to attend the opening of the 2010 World Exposition in Shanghai, the Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of The Coca-Cola Company, Muhtar Kent today reaffirmed the Company's long term commitment to China. 04/28/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20100428_hfc-free_vending.html House Majority Leader Steny Hoyer (D-MD) joined Dan Beard, House Chief Administrative Officer and leaders from Coca-Cola to unveil 35 new climate friendly Coca-Cola vending machines for the Capitol buildings including the House, Senate and Visitor's Center. 04/26/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20100426_china_lightweight_bottle.html Coca-Cola China today launched an eco-friendly light weight bottle for its well-known drinking water brand, Ice Dew. 04/22/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20100422_dividend_and_officer_elections.html The Board of Directors of The Coca-Cola Company today approved the quarterly dividend of 44 cents per common share. The Board also elected Carletta Ooton as vice president and Gloria Bowden as secretary of the Company and associate general counsel 04/21/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/investors/shareowner_meeting/ Wednesday, April 21, 2010, 9:00 AM ET 04/20/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20100420_refreshments.html The Coca-Cola Company today announced its intention to name Steve Cahillane, currently president of the North American Business Unit for Coca-Cola Enterprises (CCE), as president and chief executive officer of Coca-Cola Refreshments, Inc. (CCR), once the Company's acquisition of CCE North America has been successfully completed. 04/20/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20100420_corporate_first_qtr_earnings.html Today, our Company reports solid growth in the first quarter of 2010. We continued to win in the marketplace, gaining global value share and delivering volume and profit in line with our long-term targets, all while taking decisive action to strategically advance our North America business and further strengthen our franchise system in Europe. 04/19/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/presskit_fifa_ads2010.html It has become an iconic moment in world sport -- a footballer has just scored a goal and, with a spontaneous release of emotion, begins to celebrate the triumph. That moment, celebrated both on and off the pitch, is captured in new advertising from Coca-Cola as part of its global marketing campaign to support its sponsorship of the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa. 04/14/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/presskit_fins_ocean_conservancy_facebook.html Coca-Cola North America wants everyone to join 'fins' in a new Facebook campaign to raise awareness of Earth Month and help support Ocean Conservancy, the nation's oldest and largest marine conservation organization. 04/14/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20100416_american_idol.html From now through April 30, guests at participating T.G.I. Friday's restaurants in the U.S. who purchase a Coca-Cola beverage along with an entree from Friday's new Fan Favorites Menu may win one of three trips for two to Los Angeles to attend the two-night, star-studded American Idol Finale on May 25 - 26, 2010. 04/12/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/presskit_111_navy_chair.html The Coca-Cola Company and Emeco, a leading furniture manufacturer, have combined their iconic products, the Coca-Cola contour bottle package and the famous Navy Chair, to create a new chair made from at least 111 recycled plastic bottles. 04/09/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20100409_dominos.html Domino's Pizza delivered more than hot pizza and refreshing Coca-Cola to 'American Idol' fan Suzette Lawson on Wednesday, surprising her at her door with four tickets to attend the live 'American Idol' Season Finale in May. Suzette is the first winner of the 'American Idol Finale Instant Win Game,' which is running now through May 2. 04/08/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20100408_sprite_tabs.html Mail in Green Sprite Tabs to Help Contribute Up To $500,000 for Habitat for Humanity 04/07/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20100407_dasani_plantbottle.html DASANI announced today that it has teamed up with PSIMadeThis.com founder/designer Erica Domesek to create a limited-edition line of green-colored hats that benefit Ocean Conservancy and promote the importance of recycling. 04/06/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20100406_nascar_regal.html Coca-Cola is revving up the movie-going experience for visitors to Regal Entertainment Group theatres. Every time movie fans purchase a large fountain Coca-Cola at any Regal theatre, they can enter the 'Coca-Cola Ultimate Racing Giveaway' for a chance to win tickets to the biggest showdown in motorsports, the Daytona 500. 03/31/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20100331_haiti.html The Coca-Cola Company today announced the creation of the Haiti Hope Project, bringing together a coalition of business, government and civil society partners to create opportunity for 25,000 Haitian mango farmers and their families by supporting the development of a sustainable mango juice industry in the country. 03/31/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20100331_china_expo_pavilion.html As China marks the 30 day countdown for the world's largest public event in history, The Coca-Cola Company, a global partner of the 2010 World Exposition in Shanghai, today unveiled the design and concept of its corporate pavilion -- the 'Coca-Cola Happiness Factory.' 03/31/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/presskit_fifa_powerade2010.html Powerade Has Been 'Chosen by FIFA to Hydrate 2010 FIFA World Cup Players' and Will Be Pitch Side at Every Match During South Africa Tournament 03/30/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20100330_timing_earnings.html The Coca-Cola Company will release first quarter 2010 financial results on Tuesday, April 20, before the stock market opens. The Company will host an investor conference call at 9:30 a.m. (EDT), on April 20. 03/29/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20100329_north_america_integration.html The Coca-Cola Company today announced that Brian P. Kelley, currently president and general manager, Still Beverages and Supply Chain, Coca-Cola North America, has been appointed to lead the integration of The Coca-Cola Company's and Coca-Cola Enterprises' (CCE) North American operations. 03/26/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20100326_fifa_trophy_tour_houston.html Latin GRAMMY-Winning Sensation David Bisbal and African Artist K'NAAN to Conclude Houston Festivities. Coca-Cola Invites Consumers to Join the Global Celebration of the FIFA World Cup 03/25/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20100325_earth_hour.html The Coca-Cola Company announced today that it will darken many of its iconic signs as well as offices and bottling facilities across the world in support of World Wildlife Fund's Earth Hour on Saturday, March 27 at 8:30 p.m. local time. 03/24/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20100324_minute_maid.html Minute Maid announced today the nationwide availability of three refreshing and nutritious Minute Maid Enhanced Chilled Juices and Juice Drinks in brand new, 12 fl. oz. single-serve bottles. 03/23/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20100323_china_RT-MART.html As the Global Partner for Beverages of World Expo 2010 Shanghai China, Coca-Cola today kicked off its nationwide Low Carbon Life Campaign in Shanghai with retail giant RT-Mart, the most important strategic business partner. Demonstrating the small changes that each of us can make collectively in the communities, for a more sustainable future, the campaign will commence with WWF's Earth Hour on March 27. 03/23/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20100323_madison_square_garden.html New Agreement Builds Year-Round Presence for Coca-Cola Across All Madison Square Garden Sports and Entertainment Properties in New York. Includes Exclusive Non-Alcoholic Beverage Rights and Branded Concessions in Renovated Madison Square Garden. 03/23/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20100323_odwalla.html Odwalla is anything but ordinary, and so are the people who drink it. In 2010, Odwalla joins with its fans to celebrate uniqueness, share interests and entertain fresh ideas through a variety of initiatives, including its newest, 'Campaign Against Ordinary.' 03/22/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20100322_usaid.html Today, the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) and The Coca-Cola Company announce an additional joint investment of US$12.7 million in the ir global partnership, the Water and Development Alliance (WADA). 03/19/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20100319_unity_cup.html Special Olympics athletes, playing alongside football legends and other celebrities, will compete in the inaugural match of the 'Unity Cup' presented by Coca-Cola, on the same pitch that just hours later will host a FIFA World Cup match. 03/18/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20100318_zero_brain_bracket.html The wave. Live online streaming of games. NCAA March Madness. The NCAA basketball experience is constantly evolving and Coke Zero's Dept. of Fannovation has been tapping fans all season long for their creative expertise and the chance to win $10,000. 03/10/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20100310_gold_peak.html Gold Peak has gone from cool to cold nationwide in family size, and is now more picnic-friendly with new plastic bottles. 03/09/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20100309_american_idol.html With the purchase of a large fountain Coca-Cola at a Regal theatre, moviegoers can win a trip to Hollywood to attend the American Idol Finale this May! 03/08/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20100308_school_beverage_guidelines.html Today, the Coca-Cola system in the U.S. proudly joined with the William J. Clinton Foundation, the Alliance for a Healthier Generation and members of the American Beverage Association (ABA) to announce that it has successfully delivered on its three-year commitment to increase the availability of no- and low-calorie beverages to schools across the country. 03/05/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20100305_speedway_motorsports.html Speedway Motorsports, Inc. (SMI) and Coca-Cola North America (CCNA) are extending their long-term partnership through 2015, ensuring NASCAR fans who visit premier speedways in locations such as Charlotte, Atlanta and Las Vegas can open a Coke and Open Happiness as they cheer on their favorite drivers. 03/04/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/viewpoints_kent_bloomberg.html Muhtar Kent speaks with Bloomberg's Carol Massar about the Company's strategy to improve its business in North America and the importance of its agreement to purchase the North American operations of bottler Coca-Cola Enterprises Inc. 03/04/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/citizenship/news.html FORTUNE magazine's Most Admired list is the definitive report card on corporate reputations. This year only the best are listed: A company's score must rank in the top half of its industry survey. 03/04/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20100304_diet_coke_stay_extraordinary.html A new Diet Coke marketing campaign, which launches with a 60-second commercial centerpiece called 'Stay,' celebrates the daily achievements of the next generation of young adult Diet Coke drinkers and shows how the brand helps them get the most out of life. 02/25/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/presskit_cce_press_release.html The Coca-Cola Company and Coca-Cola Enterprises Inc. announce that they have entered into agreements that will strategically advance the Coca-Cola system in North America and drive long-term value for all shareholders. In addition, the parties have an agreement in principle to expand CCE's European business. 02/24/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20100224_odwalla_bloom_energy.html The Coca-Cola Company announced today that it has agreed to test fuel cells powered by environmentally friendly biogas to power its Odwalla juice packaging plant in Dinuba, Calif. 02/19/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/viewpoints_reyes_cagny.html Latin America is well positioned to win amidst a 'growing world of refreshment,' Group President Jose Octavio Reyes said during a Consumer Analyst Group of New York (CAGNY) conference in Florida. 02/18/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20100218_dividend.html The Board of Directors today approved the Company's 48th consecutive annual dividend increase, raising the quarterly dividend approximately 7 percent from 41 cents to 44 cents per common share. 02/12/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20100212_haiti.html For 24 hours, starting Friday at 9 p.m. ET, Coca-Cola will for the first time devote its outdoor digital advertising network to a single cause: raising awareness for 'We Are The World 25 For Haiti.' Combined with messaging to My Coke Rewards members and Coca-Cola fans on Facebook, the effort will invite 25 million people to download and donate. 02/11/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/presskit_sprite_spark_press_release.html Sprite is giving teens a platform to express their creativity through music and film in the brand's first-ever global integrated marketing campaign, The Spark. Innovative TV commercials, an online interactive music mixer featuring content from GRAMMY nominee Drake and a digital film mixer will inspire and enable teens to spark fresh thinking and display their originality. 02/10/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20100210_nascar.html Race fans will see a whole new side of their favorite drivers as some of the sport's biggest stars show off their singing abilities in Coca-Cola's latest television commercial set to debut during the DAYTONA 500 (Sunday, Feb. 14, 1 p.m. on FOX). 02/09/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20100209_corporate_fourth_qtr_earnings.html Today, our Company reports continued worldwide unit case volume growth in 2009, which drove share gains in sparkling, still and total nonalcoholic ready-to-drink beverages for the year, and full year profit growth in line with our long-term target. 02/05/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20100205_nascar.html Before taking the green flag in the upcoming DAYTONA 500, several NASCAR stars will get their engines started in a completely different way. They'll take to one of the world's most famous racetracks on foot, joined by thousands of fans, to kick off Coca-Cola Family Track Walks -- a season-long program designed to encourage active family fun. 02/04/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20100204_heart_truth.html For the third consecutive year Diet Coke is partnering with Klum and the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) in a national heart health awareness campaign called The Heart Truth. 02/01/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20100201_zero_longhorn.html Fans can register for a chance to win 'An Exclusive Ticket' to the 2010 NCAA' Men's Final Four' in Indianapolis and experience the 'Coke Zero Countdown' concert, starring Darius Rucker, along with an exclusive VIP party, and tickets to the 2010 NCAA Men's Final Four. 01/27/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20100127_super_bowl.html What if you could watch a sneak peek of the new Coca-Cola commercials that will debut during the Super Bowl telecast, give a virtual gift to a friend and help make a positive difference in the lives of others -- all at the same time? Coca-Cola is inviting people to do just that and Open Happiness together. 01/25/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20100125_vancouver_olympics.html Coca-Cola is tapping into the joy and inspiration of the Vancouver 2010 Olympic Winter Games with the launch of a multi-faceted Olympic Games-themed program in the U.S. designed to refresh, uplift and inspire fans. 01/20/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20100120_africa_juice.html The Coca-Cola Company, nonprofit TechnoServe, and the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation today launched a partnership to enable over 50,000 small fruit farmers in Uganda and Kenya to increase their productivity and double their incomes by 2014. 01/19/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20100119_cagny.html The Coca-Cola Company announced today that Jose Octavio Reyes, President Latin America Group, will present at the Consumer Analyst Group of New York Conference being held in Boca Raton, FL., at 10:45 a.m. (EST), Friday, Feb. 19. 01/14/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/viewpoints_haiti_earthquake_relief_efforts.html The Coca-Cola Foundation has donated $1 million to the American Red Cross to assist with emergency relief efforts in Haiti following the 7.0-magnitude earthquake that struck the island nation Tuesday. In addition, our bottling partner in the Dominican Republic is providing on-the-ground relief with water and other Coca-Cola beverages. 01/14/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20100114_timing_earnings.html The Coca-Cola Company will release fourth quarter 2009 and year-to-date financial results on Tuesday, February 9, before the stock market opens. The Company will host an investor conference call at 9:30 a.m. (EST), on February 9. 01/14/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/presskit_fifa2010.html World football's greatest prize is set to start the second leg of its biggest ever global tour with a stop in India. Having visited 50 African nations, travelling more than 72,000km, the FIFA World Cup Trophy Tour by Coca-Cola continues its five-continent journey to another 33 countries around the world. 01/04/2010 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20100104_exp206.html New Interactive Features at Expedition206.com Help Fans Connect With Global Travelers Every Step of the Way 12/10/2009 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20091210_bod_officer_elections.html The Board of Directors of The Coca-Cola Company today announced two officer elections: Ceree Eberly, senior vice president, chief people officer, and Chris Nolan, vice president and treasurer. 11/16/2009 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20091116_2020_vision.html The Coca-Cola Company is hosting an Investor and Analyst event on November 16 and 17, titled "A Growing World of Refreshment," in Atlanta to discuss the Company's '2020 Vision and Roadmap for Winning Together.' Senior Company Management -- along with select Bottling System Leaders -- are discussing the global and local forces that are shaping its business today and for the next decade. 12/03/2009 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20091203_climate_friendly_coolers.html Days before the United Nations summit on climate change begins in Copenhagen, The Coca-Cola Company and its bottling partners today announced that 100 percent of their new vending machines and coolers will be hydrofluorocarbon-free (HFC-free) by 2015. 11/30/2009 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/citizenship/aim.html More than 130 people from 55 suppliers participated in the one-day training, which addressed four major pillars of responsible sourcing: labor standards, health and safety, environmental compliance and business integrity. 11/17/2009 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20091117_global_juice_center.html The Coca-Cola Company today unveiled a new visual identity for key brands in the Company's extensive family of juice beverages. The uniform packaging design, to be implemented across multiple brands and products worldwide, is part of the Company's comprehensive, strategic effort to expand its global leadership position in the juice category. 11/16/2009 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/presskit_plantbottle.html The Coca-Cola Company announced today that beverages in its innovative PlantBottle packaging are beginning to arrive on store shelves in select markets throughout the world, initiating the Company's journey toward a goal of producing 2 billion of the special PET plastic bottles by the end of 2010. 11/16/2009 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/presskit_expedition_206_press_release2.html Three young people have landed one of the coolest jobs in the world. As part of Coca-Cola's Expedition 206, the team will attempt to visit 206 countries and territories where Coca-Cola is sold, covering more than 275,000 miles in just 365 days, all on a mission to find out what makes people happy. 11/16/2009 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/investors/index.html The Coca-Cola Company will host an event for investors and analysts on November 16 and 17, 2009 in Atlanta. 11/04/2009 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20091104_enhanced_juices.html Minute Maid Enhanced is introducing three of its most popular varieties - Minute Maid Pomegranate Blueberry Flavored 100% Juice Blend of 5 Juices, Minute Maid Pomegranate Lemonade and Minute Maid Strawberry Kiwi Flavored Juice Drink - in new 12-fl.oz shrink-wrapped single-serve bottles. 10/24/2009 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/viewpoints_kent_hearts_hands.html With 285 houses in over 30 countries, Ronald McDonald House Charities is a beacon of support for families in their greatest times of need. 10/22/2009 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20091022_dividend.html The Board of Directors today declared a regular quarterly dividend of 41 cents per common share. The dividend is payable December 15, 2009, to shareowners of record as of December 1, 2009. 10/21/2009 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/presskit_expedition_206_press_release.html Year-long journey to seek out what makes people happy will be documented online with video, photos and blog posts st Expedition206.com. Beginning today consumer votes will determine the final three travelers who will visit 206 countries where Coca-Cola is sold. 10/20/2009 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20091020_corporate_third_qtr_earnings.html Today, our Company reports continued growth in worldwide unit case volume, which drove gains in global volume and value share, with year-to-date revenue growth in line with our long-term target and profit growth exceeding our long-term target. 10/7/2009 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20091007_webcast.html The purpose of the meeting, hosted by Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Muhtar Kent and Chief Financial Officer Gary Fayard, will be to provide a business overview and discuss the Company's 2020 Vision and Roadmap for Success. 10/5/2009 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/viewpoints_kent_foxnews.html The Coca-Cola Company's Chairman and CEO, Muhtar Kent, discusses economic recovery, the sugar tax, health-care costs and provides an inside look at the Company. 10/2/2009 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/viewpoints_kent_ioc.html Coca-Cola has a very special and vested interest in ensuring that the noble ideals and values of Olympism live on and grow. We have been associated with the Olympic Movement since the 1928 Amsterdam Olympic Games -- longer than any corporate sponsor. 09/24/2009 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/viewpoints_kent_king_spalding.html Today, business, government and civil society must come together -- and partner like we've never partnered before -- to promote the social, economic and environmental benefits of a world coming together through greater trade, investment and development. 09/22/2009 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/viewpoints_kent_appeal_conscience.html Tonight, I am merely a proxy for the 1 million associates of The Coca-Cola Company and our 300 bottling company partners around the world who are deeply committed to our mission of refreshing the world... inspiring moments of optimism and happiness... and making a positive difference in the communities we are so proud to serve. This is their award, and I am humbled and privileged to represent them tonight. 09/22/2009 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/citizenship/environmental_news_newsweek_green_rankings.html We ranked No. 58 overall and No. 2 in the Food and Beverage category, just behind our partners at Coca-Cola Enterprises. 09/30/2009 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20090930_timing_third_qtr_earnings.html The Coca-Cola Company will release third quarter and year-to-date 2009 financial results on Tuesday, October 20, before the stock market opens. The Company will host an investor conference call at 9:30 a.m. (EDT), on October 20. 09/30/2009 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20090930_energy_packaging.html The Coca-Cola Company today announced global plans to include energy information (calories, kilocalories, kilojoules) per serving on the front of nearly all product packages in a move to increase consumers' awareness about the calorie content of its beverages. 09/24/2009 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20090924_diet_coke_style_series.html In need of new, creative recipe ideas? How about tips on the latest in stylish entertaining and wellness trends? Look no further than Style Series presented by Diet Coke, the live online entertainment and lifestyle program that kicks off its second season today. 09/24/2009 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20090924_china_leed.html Coca-Cola Global Innovation and Technology Center in Shanghai China has just been awarded LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) GOLD certification. Coca-Cola is the first to achieve the LEED GOLD certification in the beverage industry in China. 09/22/2009 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20090921_clinton_global_initiative.html Company Launches Innovative Learning Lab Project to Increase Access to Finance and Skills Development for Women. $5 Million Gift to Clinton Foundation to Support Programs in Developing World. 09/22/2009 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20090922_sounds_of_coke.html If it's been your dream to star in a Coca-Cola ad, the wait may finally be over. A new commercial, called the Sounds of Coca-Cola, will feature real people demonstrating their personal renditions of the distinct sounds that occur every time someone opens a Coke and Opens Happiness. 09/21/2009 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20090921_fifa_world_cup.html Global Marketing Campaign to Support Sponsorship of the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Unveiled at Global Press Conference in Zurich 09/10/2009 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/presskit_fantanas_press_release2.html Shakira Barrera Selected To Round Out Fantana Foursome 09/09/2009 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20090909_auc_and_woodruff_donation.html Coca-Cola announced today that it will give $6 million to the Atlanta University Center that will assist students at Atlanta-based historically black colleges and universities with scholarship funds where economic hardship is impacting their education. Additionally, $1.2 million will be given to the Robert W. Woodruff Library on the campus of AUC to upgrade the Library’s IT infrastructure and enhance the ability to manage and provide access to critical archival documents, such as the Martin Luther King, Jr. papers. 09/08/2009 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20090908_gcc_online_initiative.html Requesting a charitable grant or community sponsorship from The Coca-Cola Company just got a little easier. The Company launched a paperless online application system today that will make it simpler for nonprofit organizations to request cash contributions, in-kind product donations, and community sponsorships. 09/04/2009 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20090904_vietnam_investment.html The Chairman and CEO of The Coca-Cola Company, Mr. Muhtar Kent, is today on a special visit to Vietnam to underline the Company's strong commitment to the country. 09/03/2009 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/citizenship/news_dow_jones_sustainability_indexes.html The Coca-Cola Company has made the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index (DJSI World) for the first time ever -- a testament to the Company's ongoing sustainability efforts. 08/31/2009 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/viewpoints_kent_globes_conference.html The work that Globes and Maala have done over the years to promote awareness of sustainability issues here in Israel is truly inspiring. 08/24/2009 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20090824_barclays_conf_bozer.html The Coca-Cola Company today announced Ahmet Bozer, president Eurasia and Africa Group, will present at the Barclays Capital Back-To-School Consumer Conference in Boston at 9:00 a.m. (EDT), Wednesday, September 9, 2009. 08/20/2009 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/viewpoints_kent_jugos_del_valle.html Today marks the completion of the first phase of a grand vision that started taking shape two years ago. That's when The Coca-Cola Company and Coca-Cola FEMSA came together to create a new innovation model for the juice and nectar industry. 07/23/2009 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20090723_bod_elects_four_executives.html The Board of Directors of The Coca-Cola Company elected Joseph Tripodi as executive vice president, Harry Anderson as senior vice president, Kathy Waller as controller and appointed Connie McDaniel as chief of Internal Audit. 07/23/2009 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20090723_dividend.html The Board of Directors of The Coca-Cola Company declared a regular quarterly dividend of 41 cents per common share. The dividend is payable October 1, 2009, to shareowners of record as of September 15, 2009. 07/21/2009 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20090721_corporate_second_qtr_earnings.html Today, our Company reports continued growth in unit case volume, which drove global gains in volume and value share, as well as continued year-to-date growth in line with our long-term revenue and profit targets. 07/13/2009 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20090713_turner_field.html There's a giant new state-of-the-art Coca-Cola bottle stepping up to the plate, and it's sure to be a hit with Braves fans. The sparkling new 49-foot-tall Coca-Cola Contour bottle will be unveiled at Turner Field, home of the Atlanta Braves, on July 16th. 07/02/2009 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20090702_essence_music_festival.html Coca-Cola continues its long-standing support of the Essence Music Festival Presented by Coca-Cola, the summer's largest African-American music and empowerment event in the country. 06/30/2009 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20090630_china_mongolia.html Twenty-five million consumers in Inner Mongolia will soon be refreshed by Coca-Cola beverages produced locally from the latest Coca-Cola bottling plant in Hohhot. The 39th Coca-Cola bottling plant in China is scheduled to commence production in 2010. 06/29/2009 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20090629_gold_lion.html A new interactive Coca-Cola vending machine with a large format touch-screen and Bluetooth capabilities has taken home the Gold Lion in the Point of Sale category at the 2009 Cannes Lions International Advertising Festival. 06/26/2009 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20090626_doyouspeakcoke.html What does a hip-hop-loving dog have in common with a rock-and-roll-loving, bald-headed body builder? On the surface not much, but take a closer look and there are more commonalities than you might think. 06/24/2009 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20090623_goizueta_scholars.html Five deserving children of associates of The Coca-Cola Company have been named to the 2009 class of Goizueta Scholars. 06/23/2009 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/viewpoints_kent_nanchang.html This 100 million RMB investment marks our 37th Coca-Cola plant in China. More importantly it signals a new beginning for our relationship with the wonderful citizens and communities of Jiangxi Province and with our great bottling partner, COFCO. 06/22/2009 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20090622_great_britain_recycling.html Coca-Cola Great Britain unveils the world's biggest recycled artwork to mark Recycle Week. A spectacular 50m artwork made solely from used aluminum cans has been unveiled on top of the chalk cliffs of the Sussex coastline to mark the beginning of Recycle Week (22-28 June 2009). 06/19/2009 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20090619_turner_bottle.html Braves Fans to be Treated to Sneak Peek of New Bottle on July 2. Fans Invited to Post Their Favorite Coca-Cola Bottle Memories on Facebook. Download image. 06/17/2009 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20090617_timing_of_second_qtr_earnings.html The Coca-Cola Company will release second quarter 2009 and year-to-date financial results on Tuesday, July 21, before the stock market opens. The Company will host an investor conference call at 9:30 a.m. (EDT), on July 21. 06/11/2009 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20090611_aquarius.html The centerpiece of the 20-week Aquarius Spring! summer tour is a specially designed, interactive, vegetable-oil powered bus that will visit select retail stores to invite local residents to participate in the watershed clean-up events taking place in each market. 06/10/2009 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20090610_gbts_transformation.html In support of its ongoing productivity and transformation initiatives, The Coca-Cola Company today announced the formation of a new structure that will integrate three core functions: Global Business Services, Global Information Technology and Transformational Productivity. 06/04/2009 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/presskit_fantanas_press_release.html There were once four mythical females from a far away island who captivated the world and fundamentally changed the face of fun. But in 2006, the fun took a vacation. Feeling their futures lay elsewhere The Fantanas broke up. 06/04/2009 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/presskit_fifa2009.html The Coca-Cola Company and FIFA, football's world governing body, today announced details of the route which will span 86 countries during the 225-day tour and allow thousands of fans around the globe to see the real solid-gold trophy in person. 06/03/2009 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20090603_bet.html What's your formula? That's the question Coca-Cola is asking as it launches its summer program celebrating African American teens' passion for self-expression and connectivity. Coca-Cola is partnering with one of Black Entertainment Television's (BET) most popular properties -- music series -- to bring the program to life. 06/02/2009 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20090602_nestea.html NESTEA and the NBC Universal Digital Studio today announced the production of an original webisode series, 'CTRL' (pronounced 'control'). The series is based on the Sundance award-winning short film, 'CTRL Z,' which screened at the film festival in 2008. 05/28/2009 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20090528_dbc_paris_fayard.html Gary Fayard, executive vice president and chief financial officer of The Coca-Cola Company will present at the Deutsche Banc Consumer Conference, Tuesday, June 9, 2009 in Paris. 05/27/2009 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20090527_foundation_alabama.html The Coca-Cola Foundation, the philanthropic arm of The Coca-Cola Company, has awarded grants totaling $100,000 to six nonprofit organizations in Alabama working to change the behavior of sedentary teens. 05/20/2009 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20090520_world_of_coca-cola.html The World of Coca-Cola will reward 2000 dedicated fans with the opportunity to purchase specially priced tickets for $2 as they celebrate their second anniversary Saturday, May 23rd. 05/15/2009 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20090515_torchrelay.html Next January, Coca-Cola will offer 10 lucky teens in the U.S. a unique 'show and tell' opportunity to share with their friends and family -- carrying the Olympic Flame. 05/14/2009 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20090514_plantbottle.html The 'PlantBottle' is fully recyclable, has a lower reliance on a non-renewable resource, and reduces carbon emissions, compared with petroleum-based PET plastic bottles. 05/13/2009 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20090513_kent_economic_development.html Harvard Kennedy School and International Finance Corporation Study Assesses Coca-Cola's Manual Distribution Center Model in Africa 05/11/2009 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20090511_gscps_jordan.html Glenn Jordan, President of the Company's Pacific Group, will participate in the Goldman Sachs Consumer Products Symposium on Thursday, May 14, at the Goldman Sachs Conference Center in New York, NY. 05/06/2009 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20090506_green_flag_on_summer.html The event featuring a 1,320-ft grill celebrates the official start of summer BBQ season. Celebrity Chef Tyler Florence joins NASCAR drivers to serve up free food and fun for race fans. 04/29/2009 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20090429_greening_capital.html Coca-Cola Reduces Environmental Footprint through Green Innovations, Recycling Program with National Parks Service 04/28/2009 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20090428_freestyle.html The next generation fountain beverage dispenser has a 'stylish' new name. 04/27/2009 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20090427_mcdonalds.html This effort -- part of a larger beverage strategy -- will provide McDonald's customers even more beverage choices and meet customers' changing taste preferences and desire for more portable, convenient beverage options. 04/23/2009 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20090423_muhtar_kent.html Neville Isdell Retires After 43 Years of Service to Coca-Cola System Completes Previously Announced Leadership Transition 04/23/2009 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20090423_dividend.html Board also elects John Farrell and Jackson Kelly as Vice Presidents 04/22/2009 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20090422_dasani_mothers_day.html Activities Include Donation to Women's Organizations and Spa Event with Chilli from TLC 04/21/2009 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20090421_corporate_first_qtr_earnings.html The Coca-Cola Company today reported solid first quarter 2009 results despite a challenging economic environment, with unit case volume increasing 2 percent, successfully cycling 6 percent growth in the prior year quarter. Acquisitions contributed 1 percentage point of unit case volume growth for the quarter. 04/16/2009 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20090416_fanta.html Fanta Orange, the #1 fruit-flavored sparkling beverage in the U.S., will now feature 100 percent natural flavors. But that's not all the news –- the entire Fanta line is also getting a bold new look that includes vibrant packaging with colorful illustrations and contemporary graphics. 04/08/2009 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20090408_fwctt_2010_africa_route.html The most coveted icon in world football will spread excitement throughout every nation in Africa later this year when the FIFA World Cup Trophy Tour by Coca-Cola takes an unprecedented journey across the continent in anticipation of the 2010 FIFA World Cup. 04/02/2009 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20090402_timing_of_first_qtr_earnings.html The Coca-Cola Company will release first quarter 2009 financial results on Tuesday, April 21, before the stock market opens. The Company will host an investor conference call at 9:30 a.m. (EDT), on April 21. 04/01/2009 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20090401_green_eyed_world.html For the first time this 'reality remixed' online series -- powered by Sprite -- will feature Facebook social network interactions inside videos on YouTube, enabling users to be part of the story. 03/30/2009 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/viewpoints_guha_chatham_house.html Sanjay Guha discusses how helping preserve water supplies is a business priority for the Company. 03/26/2009 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20090326_open_happiness_hispanic.html Unleashing Your Dreams + Coca-Cola = 'Open Happiness' for U.S. Hispanic Consumers 03/26/2009 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20090326_earth_hour.html Coca-Cola's Landmark Billboards in Times Square, Piccadilly Circus and Kings Cross to Go Dark 03/20/2009 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20090320_rfp.html Selected programs will be awarded grants between $10,000 and $25,000 each. 03/19/2009 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20090319_blue_planet.html Expedition: Blue Planet is a groundbreaking effort to engage people around the world in discussions about critical water concerns and how we can help to preserve this indispensable natural resource. 03/18/2009 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20090318_huiyan_juice.html As a result of the decision of the China Ministry of Commerce (MOC) to decline approval for the proposed purchase of the Huiyuan Juice business, The Coca-Cola Company said today that it will not be able to proceed with the acquisition. 03/16/2009 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20090316_open_happiness_single.html The Coca-Cola Company and Atlantic Records bring together some of the hottest names in music to record the soundtrack to 'Happiness Factory 3' 03/16/2009 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20090316_africa_rain_projects.html The Coca-Cola Company announced today that it has committed US $30MM over the next six years to provide access to safe drinking water to communities throughout Africa through its Replenish Africa Initiative (RAIN). Implemented by The Coca-Cola Africa Foundation, RAIN will provide at least 2 million Africans with clean water and sanitation by 2015. 03/06/2009 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/viewpoints_isdell_connected_capitalism.html Neville Isdell discusses 'Connected Capitalism' -- a new model of how businesses must engage with society across four platforms -- communities, institutions, social challenges and values. 03/03/2009 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/viewpoints_isdell_climate_group.html Neville Isdell discusses that how tackle a problem like climate change with new partnerships among business, government and civil society -- the "Triangle of Sustainability." 02/20/2009 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/investors/index.html President and CEO Muhtar Kent discusses how The Coca-Cola Company is positioned to win in a changing world. 02/19/2009 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20090219_dividend.html The Board of Directors of The Coca-Cola Company today approved the Company's 47th consecutive annual dividend increase, raising the quarterly dividend approximately 8 percent from 38 cents to 41 cents per common share. This is equivalent to an annual dividend of $1.64 per share, up from $1.52 per share in 2008. The dividend is payable April 1, 2009, to shareowners of record as of March 15, 2009. The Board also elected Javier Goizueta as vice president of the Company. 02/12/2009 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20090212_corporate_fourth_qtr_earnings.html The Coca-Cola Company today reported unit case volume growth of 4 percent in the fourth quarter and 5 percent for the full year, successfully cycling 5 percent and 6 percent growth in the prior year quarter and full year, respectively. Acquisitions contributed 1 point of unit case volume growth for the quarter and 2 points of growth for the full year. 02/06/2009 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20090206_special_olympics_winter_games.html Employee Volunteer Program Brings Coca-Cola Associates From Across the Country to Provide Hands-On Assistance. Coca-Cola CEO and Special Olympics Board Member Muhtar Kent Attends Opening Ceremonies, Presents $10,000 Donation to Games Organizing Committee 02/05/2009 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20090205_cagny_conference_kent.html The Coca-Cola Company today announced that Muhtar Kent, president and chief executive officer, will present at the Consumer Analyst Group of New York Conference being held in Boca Raton, FL., at 10:45 a.m. (EST), Friday, Feb. 20. 01/29/2009 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20090126_superbowl_zero.html Pittsburgh Steeler Troy Polamalu to Star on the Field and in a New Coke Zero Ad Reminiscent of Iconic 'Mean Joe Greene' Commercial. Coca-Cola to Debut Two Ads from New 'Open Happiness' Campaign 01/28/2009 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/world_economic_forum_2009.html Kent discusses the need for a stimulus plan and the Company's long-term perspective. 01/27/2009 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/citizenship/environmental_news_gold_medal_sustainability.html The Coca-Cola Company is the recipient of the prestigious award for implementing strategic business initiatives in the high impact areas of water stewardship, sustainable packaging, energy management and climate protection. 01/23/2009 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/citizenship/environmental_news_michigan_state_university.html The Coca-Cola Company has awarded a $400,000 grant to Michigan State University's College of Agriculture and Natural Resources to help establish a Center for Packaging Innovation and Sustainability. 01/21/2009 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/citizenship/environmental_news_recycling_bin_red_dot_award.html The red dot competition, one of the world's largest and most acclaimed international product design programs, is committed to identifying the trendsetters of tomorrow. 01/21/2009 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/presskit_open_happiness.html New Global Integrated Marketing Campaign for Coca-Cola Embraces Positive Outlook in Evolution of Award-Winning 'Coke Side of Life' 01/14/2009 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20090114_bottle-to-bottle_recycling.html Coca-Cola launches multi-million dollar marketing effort in support of recycling expected to achieve nearly one billion impressions 01/14/2009 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/nr_20090114_timing_of_fourth_qtr_earnings.html The Coca-Cola Company will release fourth quarter and full year 2008 financial results on Thursday, February 12, before the stock market opens. The Company will host an investor conference call at 9:30 a.m. (EST), on February 12. 01/15/2009 http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/presscenter/viewpoints_glaceau_vitaminwater_lawsuit.html This is a ridiculous and ludicrous lawsuit. glacéau vitaminwater is a great tasting, hydrating beverage with essential vitamins and water, with labels showing calorie content.