Anheuser-Busch Press Release

AAA Auto Club South, Anheuser-Busch Offer Free Tow to Go Service to Football Fans

ImageMIAMI (Jan. 29, 2010) – As a major advertiser and event sponsor of pro football’s biggest game of the year, Anheuser-Busch is doing its part to ensure fans and partygoers who participate in local festivities celebrate responsibly and arrive home safely.

Bud Light Takes over South Beach Hotel for Football’s Big Week

ImageST. LOUIS (Jan. 27, 2010) – For eleven days this winter the world’s best-selling light beer is heating up South Beach and creating an exclusive football fan experience when it transforms Miami’s Surfcomber Hotel into the Bud Light Hotel.

The Late Jim Range Honored As the 15th Annual Budweiser Conservationist of the Year

ST. LOUIS (Jan. 22, 2010) – To honor a life spent championing the outdoors, Budweiser and the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation today named the late James D. “Jim” Range of Washington, D.C. the 2010 Budweiser Conservationist of the Year.

Club Bud Re-Emerges As the Premier Olympic Winter Games Party Destination

ST. LOUIS (Jan. 19, 2010) – Club Bud, host of the hottest parties in Beijing and Torino, will reclaim its place on top of the Olympic Winter Games party podium in Vancouver. Budweiser, the official beer of the U.S. Olympic Team and a supporter of the Olympic Movement since 1984, will be the center of the Olympic Games social scene for five nights in February.

Anheuser-Busch InBev North America Responds to Crisis in Haiti with Drinking Water, Cash Donations

ST. LOUIS (Jan. 19, 2010) – The earthquake crisis in Haiti is prompting a worldwide humanitarian response, and Anheuser-Busch InBev North American companies, Anheuser-Busch and Labatt, are joining governments and relief agencies in these life-saving efforts on several fronts, including donating water packaged at one of its breweries.

Something New Brewing in 2010: ‘SELECT 55’ Available For Sampling on Free Anheuser-Busch Brewery Tour

ST. LOUIS (Jan. 11, 2010) – The lightest beer in the world, SELECT 55, will launch nationally later this year but is available now for sampling by adult guests at the Anheuser-Busch brewery tour and visitor’s centers in five U.S. cities.

Anheuser-Busch Delivers Canned Water to Assist Perry County Following Water Line Breaks

ST. LOUIS (Jan. 7, 2010) – Anheuser-Busch is providing 4,400 cases – or approximately 106,000 cans of drinking water – for use by Kentucky residents affected by water line breaks that have left thousands of residents in Perry County without water.

Nearly 700 Use SoberRide on New Year’s Eve

Washington, D.C. (Jan. 4, 2010) – Six hundred and ninety-two persons in the Washington-metropolitan area used the free cab ride service, SoberRide, on New Year’s Eve, as opposed to possibly driving home drunk.

San Diego Chargers Recognized As One of Top 5 NFL Teams for Designated Driver Program

SAN DIEGO, Calif. (Jan. 4, 2010) – The San Diego Chargers were recognized at Sunday’s game for setting a new record this season, and it had nothing to do with their play on the field.

Two American Icons Unite on a “Quest for the Best”

ST. LOUIS (Dec. 23, 2009) – This year when the world-famous Budweiser Clydesdales march down Orange Grove and Colorado Boulevard for the Tournament of Roses Parade in Pasadena, Calif., they’ll be joined by American icons of another sort.

Budweiser American Ale Taps World Champion Kayaker

ST. LOUIS (Dec. 17, 2009) – Budweiser American Ale today announced it signed Olympian and four-time world freestyle kayaking champion Eric Jackson as an ambassador for the brand.

New Anheuser-Busch Employees Spread Holiday Cheer to Area Families

ST. LOUIS (Dec. 16, 2009) – Anheuser-Busch employees are once again getting into the spirit this holiday season by donating a total of $225,000 to three charities; the Make-A-Wish Foundation, 100 Neediest Cases and Toys for Tots.

Stella Artois Joins Cirque Du Soleil’s U.S. Tour as its Official Beer Promotional Partner

ST. LOUIS (Dec. 16, 2009)– Stella Artois, the best-selling Belgian beer in the world, announced a partnership with Cirque du Soleil, which has provided high-quality artistic entertainment around the globe for 25 years.

New Study Shows Underage Drinking Continues to Decline; 8th Grade Drinking at Lowest Levels Since 1991

ST. LOUIS (Dec. 15, 2009) — New data released from the University of Michigan’s Monitoring the Future study showed long-term declines in underage drinking.

Military Tribute Extended By Anheuser-Busch

ORLANDO, Fla. (Dec. 14, 2009) – A tribute program that has provided free admission to SeaWorld and Busch Gardens for more than 4 million members of U.S. and coalition armed forces and their families has been extended through 2010.

Anheuser-Busch, Local Distributors Donate $26,500 to Help Fight Drunk Driving in Washington-Metropolitan Area

MCLEAN, VA (Dec. 11, 2009) - Anheuser-Busch and its Washington, D.C., area distributors donated $26,500 to the Washington Regional Alcohol Program (WRAP), a nonprofit Washington-metropolitan alcohol-education group, as part of the company’s ongoing commitment to help prevent drunk driving and underage drinking.

Stella Artois Launches Global ‘Send A Card, Save A Tree’ Campaign

ST. LOUIS (Dec. 4, 2009) – Stella Artois, the best-selling Belgian beer in the world, is launching a global campaign asking adult consumers to help the Atlantic Rainforest, one of the most endangered habitats in the world.

Anheuser-Busch Recognized by EPA's Climate Leaders Program for Meeting Greenhouse Gas Reduction Goal

ST. LOUIS (Dec. 3, 2009) – For generations, Anheuser-Busch has been promoting environmental stewardship at its breweries and operations across the country.

Budweiser Invites Adult Consumers to Help Choose Conservationist of the Year

ST. LOUIS (Dec. 1, 2009) – Budweiser and the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF) are asking adult consumers across the nation to help choose the 2010 Budweiser Conservationist of the Year.

Anheuser-Busch Beermaster Tour Serves As the Perfect Holiday Gift

ST. LOUIS (Dec. 1, 2009) – As the holiday shopping season approaches, Anheuser-Busch is giving beer drinkers another reason to rejoice: The Beermaster Tour at the Anheuser-Busch Brewery Tour Centers in five U.S. cities (Fort Collins, Colo.; St. Louis, Mo.; Jacksonville, Fla.; Fairfield, Calif.; and Merrimack, N.H.). This exclusive, behind-the-scenes look at the Budweiser brewing and packaging process is sure to please even the most difficult person to shop for.


InBev and Anheuser-Busch Agree to Combine, Creating the Global Leader in Beer with Budweiser as its Flagship Brand
July 13-14, 2008
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
July 7, 2008
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
July 3, 2008
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
July 3, 2008
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
July 3, 2008
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”
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
June 26, 2008
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
June 26, 2008
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
June 23, 2008
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. The third annual tournament, to be aired Monday, Oct. 6 as part of a special edition of FSN’s Best Damn Sports Show Period, took place June 21-22 at the Mandalay Bay Hotel & Casino, where competitors from all corners of the United States converged to compete for the title of America’s best Rock Paper Scissors player.    
Anheuser-Busch Board Meets; No Response on InBev Proposal Announced
June 20, 2008
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
June 20, 2008
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
June 20, 2008
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
June 16, 2008
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
June 16, 2008
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
June 11, 2008
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
June 10, 2008
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
June 9, 2008
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. Through this distribution deal, Budweiser will be available in Vietnam starting in early June.    
Bud Light Kicks Off Homers for Education Program to Benefit The Hispanic Scholarship Fund
June 5, 2008
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
May 21, 2008
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.

Red CrossNot Until You’re 21
May 6, 2008
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.

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Bud Light Lime Makes A SplashWith Refreshing Twist
April 28, 2008
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.

Red Cross“Beer is Back!”: Budweiser Toasts its History with 75th Anniversary Repeal of Prohibition Commemoration
March 24, 2008
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.

AB EagleSusan G. Komen for the Cure ® Recognizes Anheuser-Busch with Award for Voluntarism
Feb. 8, 2008
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.    

AB EagleBudweiser Traces Your Family Tree To Roots In Africa
Jan. 30, 2008
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.    

    Great Food, Great Beer
Great Food Great Beer - Perfect Pairings for Any Occasion
Dec. 4, 2007
The Anheuser-Busch Cookbook Offers 185 Flavorful Recipes and Beer Pairings
ST. LOUIS, December 4, 2007 – There’s nothing quite as satisfying and refreshing as a glass of beer. And, when paired with the right food and enjoyed over a leisurely meal with good friends and family, the beverage becomes all the more perfect. Whether it’s a tailgate party, a get-together to watch a big game, or just dining with friends, beer fits with the way we cook and entertain today.

Kasey KahneBudweiser Taps Kasey Kahne As Next Driver of its Legendary Race Car
September 18, 2007
ST. LOUIS (Sept. 18, 2007) – Budweiser has announced that Gillett Evernham Motorsports driver Kasey Kahne will become the next world-class racer to take the wheel of the iconic red Budweiser car when the 2008 NASCAR Sprint Cup season kicks off in February.    

GrowthAnheuser-Busch Executives Optimistic About Growth Outlook
September 6, 2007
BOSTON, (Sept. 6, 2007) – Management continues to expect accelerated sales and earnings growth in the second half of the year and earnings per share growth for the full year to exceed its 7 to 10 percent long-term objective,1/ Anheuser-Busch executives told investors in a presentation given today at the Lehman Brothers Consumer Conference.
    Don't Serve Teens
Anheuser-Busch Supports Ad Campaign Promoting 'We Don’t Serve Teens' Program
September 5, 2007
ST. LOUIS (Sept. 5, 2007) – Anheuser-Busch will place ads in high-profile national publications and on nearly 900 outdoor boards this month to support the federal government’s “We Don’t Serve Teens” program aimed at reducing underage drinking. Initiated in 2006, the program provides parents and other adults with tools and information to prevent underage drinking and its negative consequences.

 

 

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Date: February 08, 2010