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Finsbury Food Group expands portfolio with acquisition of Lola’s Cupcakes

Finsbury Food Group has acquired a 70% stake in Lola’s Cupcakes, a UK-based player in the premium cupcake and celebration cake sector.

McDonald’s and DoorDash launch web-based delivery ordering in US

McDonald’s USA has expanded its digital delivery options through a new partnership with DoorDash, allowing customers to order McDelivery directly from the company’s website without needing an app, login or account.

European Commission approves Prosus’ €4.1bn Just Eat takeover

The European Commission has cleared Prosus’ €4.1 billion acquisition of Just Eat Takeaway, a deal set to establish the world’s fourth largest food delivery group.

Nearly 500,000 plastic bottles removed as Brita and LTA promote refill-first model

Brita and the Lawn Tennis Association (LTA) have eliminated 481,000 single-use plastic bottles from UK tennis events over the past two years.

August 2025: Key updates from the vending, coffee and water sectors
Association news
August 2025: Key updates from the vending, coffee and water sectors
NACS appoints Frank Gleeson as new president and CEO
Association news
NACS appoints Frank Gleeson as new president and CEO
July 2025: Key updates from the vending, coffee and water sectors
Association news
July 2025: Key updates from the vending, coffee and water sectors
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Que Pasa unveils better-for-you Rolled Tortilla Chips

Que Pasa unveils better-for-you Rolled Tortilla Chips

Que Pasa, an organic snack brand under Nature's Path Foods, has launched its latest product line: Que Pasa Rolled Tortilla Chips.

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Chipotle pilots drone delivery service in Dallas with Zipline

Chipotle pilots drone delivery service in Dallas with Zipline

Chipotle Mexican Grill has teamed up with autonomous delivery company Zipline to test a new drone-based delivery service in the greater Dallas area.

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F’real introduces limited-edition Girl Scout Coconut Caramel Milkshake

F’real introduces limited-edition Girl Scout Coconut Caramel Milkshake

F’real, a brand known for its 'blend-it-yourself' frozen beverages, is set to launch a limited-edition Girl Scout Coconut Caramel Milkshake on 25 August 2025.

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August 2025: Key updates from the vending, coffee and water sectors

August 2025: Key updates from the vending, coffee and water sectors

Refreshment brings you monthly updates on the latest news and insights from some of our member associations in the vending, coffee and water sectors.

Emmi launches creamy iced coffee variant in the UK

Emmi launches creamy iced coffee variant in the UK

Emmi Caffè Latte will introduce a new creamy iced coffee to the UK market this autumn.

Coca-Cola rolls out AI-powered Coke&GO coolers across New Zealand

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Coca-Cola Oceania and Coca-Cola Europacific Partners New Zealand (CCEP NZ) are expanding their AI-enabled vending technology with the nationwide rollout of Coke&GO smart coolers.

SEC charges pair in $275m water vending machine Ponzi scheme

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The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has charged Washington state businessman Ryan Wear and his companies, Water Station Management and Creative Technologies, for allegedly running two related Ponzi-like schemes.

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