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Alexandria, Va. – Today the National Beer Wholesalers Association (NBWA) released the Beer Purchasers’ Index for April 2018. The index surveys beer distributors’ purchases across different segments and compares them to previous years. A reading greater than 50 indicates the segment is expanding, while a reading below 50 indicates the segment is contracting. Overall, the Beer Purchasers’ Index fell to 54 this April, four points below last year’s April index. This reading indicates a small expansion in beer orders, though slightly lower than orders placed over the same period in 2017. Looking...
Independent beer distributors representing all 50 states are in Washington, D.C., this week for the National Beer Wholesalers Association’s (NBWA) 2018 Legislative Conference.
The National Beer Wholesalers Association (NBWA) today announced the launch of DeliveringLocalJobs.com, the centerpiece of a new public awareness effort highlighting the faces of the beer distribution industry – the 135,000 men and women who work as truck drivers, sales representatives, inventory specialists, graphic designers, receptionists and more quality, well-paying, career-track distribution jobs available in local communities, in all 50 states.
The March 2018 Beer Purchasers’ Index for total beer fell one point below last year’s index to 48. This reading indicates a continued and slight contraction in total orders placed by beer distributors.
The National Beer Wholesalers Association (NBWA) has chosen David Ohnstad, lead route driver at Bernick’s in Minneapolis, Minn., as the winner of this year’s Share Your Story Contest.
Throughout the month of April, the National Beer Wholesalers Association (NBWA) will be recognizing Alcohol Awareness Month, as highlighted by the U.S. Health and Human Services Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), to raise awareness about alcohol abuse.
St. Patrick’s Day marks an important week for the beer distributors and their retail partners in the hospitality industry. On-premise establishments such as bars, taverns and restaurants are gearing up events and parties, and America’s independent beer distributors are also busy delivering to more than 500,000 establishments around the country.
The February 2018 Beer Purchasers’ Index for total beer sits at 49, indicating a slight contraction in orders placed by beer distributors. The index for BPI for imports hit 70 for a six-month high mark. The BPI craft index dipped to 56, with four out of the past six months below 60.
Today, the President of the United States signed two proclamations that will impose tariffs of 25 percent on imported steel and 10 percent on imported aluminum. Canada and Mexico received temporary exemptions.
The National Beer Wholesalers Association (NBWA) is seeking nominations for the Fourth Annual Brewer Partner of the Year Awards. The awards will recognize brewers who produce great beer, build strong partnerships, provide valuable education and offer support to their distributor customers who deliver their beers to market.