The Brewers of Europe elects new President

On 23 November The Brewers of Europe appointed the Spaniard Demetrio Carceller as its new President, succeeding the Portuguese Alberto da Ponte.

Mr Carceller is Executive Chairman and CEO of Spanish brewer Damm.

The brewing industry is a key stakeholder in the country’s economy with an estimated EUR 5.9 billion contribution, says The Brewers of Europe.

Upon his election, Mr Carceller said: "The Brewers of Europe vision to shape a beer friendly, smart and prosperous EU business environment is not only noble, but also very concrete. Following the example of my predecessor I will strive to ensure that Europe’s brewing sector, with its unique mix of enterprises of all sizes, pursues its dynamic and pro-active participation in the current battles in and for Europe."

Saluting the election of his successor, Alberto da Ponte, recently appointed President of RTP - Rádio e Televisão de Portugal said: "I am leaving The Brewers of Europe in the best possible hands. Demetrio Carceller runs one of the main breweries in Spain and has the necessary European vision, optimism and pragmatism to lead The Brewers of Europe throughout the present, global economic turmoil."