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MNN UK · January 24, 2026 · 1 min read

Coca-Cola sues Vue after cinema chain switches to Pepsi

What happened: Coca-Cola has initiated legal action against Vue cinemas following the chain's decision to switch its soft drink supplier to PepsiCo in Europe. The dispute includes claims over alleged unpaid debts after ending a 25-year partnership.

Why it matters:

  • The legal case highlights tensions in long-term supplier relationships in the entertainment sector.
  • Customers and staff at over 90 Vue cinemas in the UK and Ireland may see changes in available soft drink brands.

MNN Take: Vue's move to tender its soft drink contract led to the switch from Coca-Cola to PepsiCo, prompting Coca-Cola to seek repayment of debts through legal channels.

Sources: Guardian UK