CBI member The Scotch Whisky Association recently announced that Scotch whisky exports maintained their value at £1.8 billion in the first half of 2012.
Scotch whisky exports to Asia remained steady, with Taiwan performing particularly well. Scotch whisky exports to Taiwan reached £80 million in the first half of this year, up 14% over the same period last year.
Gavin Hewitt, Chief Executive of the Scotch Whisky Association, said, "Over the past year the value of Scotch whisky exports has continued to increase, and we're delighted to build on our outstanding success in 2011 with 12% growth in the last 12 months. While there has been a levelling off in the first half of this year, the industry remains confident about the future.
"Recent announcements of investments in new distilleries and the expansion of existing facilities demonstrate the level of confidence producers have in future growth opportunities."
Please click here to read the full press release by the Scotch Whisky Association.
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