Distell appoints Camus as French distributor 19th January, 2021 by Owen Bellwood
Deanston whisky owner Distell has named Cognac maker Camus as the distributor for its products in France.
Single malt brand Deanston will be distributed in France by Cognac house Camus
Since 1 January 2021, Camus has been the exclusive distributor of Distell’s spirits portfolio in France.
Under the agreement, Camus will distribute Scotch whisky brands Bunnahabhain, Ledaig, Deanston, Tobermory and Black Bottle across France, as well as African cream liqueur brand Amarula.
The partnership with Camus aims to ‘create a synergy with the Distell Group brands, thus strengthening its presence on the French market’.
"Liquor on lips is one of the biggest aspects of our strategy, so for us, tasting is essential, especially when launching a new product," Maga says noting Distell used the pandemic to further train brand ambassadors
Distell GTR appoints general manager for Asia Pacific 11th December, 2020 by Melita Kiely
Bunnahabhain Scotch whisky owner Distell Global Travel Retail (GTR) has named a new general manager for Asia Pacific and an exclusive distributor for South Korea to boost its presence in the region.
Derek Scott has taken up the position of general manager, Asia Pacific travel retail
Derek Scott has taken up the position of general manager, Asia Pacific travel retail, with immediate effect. He previously worked as brand director – malts and black bottle at Distell.
Scott has 20 years’ experience in the drinks industry working across senior marketing and commercial roles at Beam Suntory, Burn Stewart Distillers, and CL World Brands.
Thursday, 10 December 2020 18:57
Asia Pacific leads the recovery for the global travel retail channel, according to Luka Maga, Distell Global Travel Retail Managing Director.
Distell Global Travel Retail has announced strategic changes in personnel and distribution as it looks to strengthen its Asia Pacific business.
Effective immediately, the company has appointed Derek Scott as General Manager, Asia Pacific Travel Retail and Fabrice International as its South Korean DF&TR distributor.
Scott was previously Brand Director â Malts & Black Bottle at Distell and responsible for setting the strategic and commercial direction for the brands and leading the product development and portfolio strategy.
His remit also included oversight of the brand homes at the distilleries. Scott has two decadesâ experience in the drinks industry and held senior marketing and commercial roles at Beam Suntory and Burn Stewart Distillers & CL World Brands.