• Diageo opened Littleconnell Brewery in Newbridge, County Kildare, following EUR 300 million investment.
• Planning permission secured for about EUR 400 million expansion over next three years, including Brewery 2 to boost Guinness, Guinness 0.0 output.
• Project forms part of almost EUR 1 billion capital investment program in Ireland for 2020-2029, aimed at expanding capacity, supporting decarbonization.
• Littleconnell expected to avoid up to 15,000 tonnes of carbon emissions annually versus comparable facility; site powered by 100% renewable electricity.

Disclaimer: This news brief was created by Public Technologies (PUBT) using generative artificial intelligence. While PUBT strives to provide accurate and timely information, this AI-generated content is for informational purposes only and should not be interpreted as financial, investment, or legal advice. Diageo plc published the original content used to generate this news brief on May 11, 2026, and is solely responsible for the information contained therein.