GERD Surgery Trend: More reflux patients are reportedly flying abroad to seek a newer, anatomy-preserving GERD operation rather than sticking with long-term PPI use or traditional fundoplication. Beer Exports Watch: Plzeňský Prazdroj cut beer exports to 1.82m hectolitres in 2025, down 7.9%, with weaker demand hitting key markets including Germany and Slovakia. Hotel Expansion: Radisson Hotel Group kept momentum in H1 2026, signing/opening 160 hotels (22,000+ keys) and adding new openings across Europe, including Germany. Water for Beverage Production: Grundfos completed its EUWA acquisition, aiming to boost water-treatment know-how for brewing and soft-drink hygiene and efficiency needs. Food Labeling Debate: Estonia’s health groups are pushing for voluntary Nutri-Score front-of-pack labels, while industry associations want EU-wide alignment first. German Doner Abroad: Hakiki German Doner opened a brick-and-mortar shop in Loudoun County, expanding from food truck roots. Chipotle Goes Mexico: Chipotle opened its first Mexico restaurant in Monterrey-area San Pedro Garza García with Alsea, with more sites planned in Nuevo León and Mexico City next year. EV Charging Meets Fast Food: Bojangles added EV chargers at a Savannah location to attract drivers and lift sales. World Cup Match-Day Beer: Zeppelin Hall in Jersey City will air remaining FIFA World Cup games through the final, pairing broadcasts with German-style biergarten food and 100+ beers. Packaging & Automation Market Buzz: A photoelectric sensor market report flags growth tied to automation in food and beverage processing.