abstract:Ribena ( ) is a English origin brand of fruit-based uncarbonated and carbonated soft drink and fruit drink concentrate that until 2013 was produced by GlaxoSmithKline. On 9 September 2013 it was announced that Ribena had been purchased by Japanese multinational Suntory.
There is also uncertainty about the future of the Ribena and Lucozade factory in nearby Coleford while the company behind them - GlaxoSmithKline - reviews the brands.
Glaxo plans to restructure its European drug business and is weighing its options for drinks brands Lucozade and Ribena, as it reported a decline in fourth-quarter net profit.
As part of the programme, GSK is carrying out a review of its "iconic" consumer drinks brands Lucozade and Ribena, looking at "the best ways to ensure their continued growth".