Refreshment focuses on the water dispenser/cooler, office coffee service and vending sectors, while also taking an in-depth look into products for vending from bottled water and drinks, to snacks and confectionery. It also focuses on hydration, health and wellness, new technologies and environmental and social responsibility issues.
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Coffee & tea

Nestlé confirms sale of Blue Bottle Coffee to Centurium Capital
Nestlé has agreed to sell its Blue Bottle Coffee business to private equity firm Centurium Capital, marking the latest step in the food giant’s ongoing portfolio reshaping.
McWin invests €5m in coffee subscription platform Incapto as part of €10m funding round
McWin Capital Partners has made a strategic investment in Incapto, a coffee-as-a-service platform targeting both households and businesses.
Harrogate Spring Water expansion plans blocked
Plans by Harrogate Spring Water to expand its bottling facility have been blocked by the local council, marking a setback for the company’s proposed development.
French anti-fraud officers raid Nestlé Perrier bottling sites – Reuters
French anti-fraud officers have raided Perrier bottling and laboratory sites owned by Nestlé as part of an investigation linked to allegations surrounding the treatment of natural mineral water in France.
Starbucks to incur $400m restructuring hit as it cuts corporate roles and closes offices
Starbucks is set to incur approximately $400 million in restructuring charges as part of its ongoing ‘Back to Starbucks’ turnaround strategy, with the company also confirming a new round of corporate layoffs and office closures in the US.
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Starbucks to incur $400m restructuring hit as it cuts corporate roles and closes offices
Starbucks is set to incur approximately $400 million in restructuring charges as part of its ongoing ‘Back to Starbucks’ turnaround strategy, with the company also confirming a new round of corporate layoffs and office closures in the US.

Mini Melts, Magnum partner on US vending machine expansion
Mini Melts USA has partnered with The Magnum Ice Cream Company to expand the availability of frozen treats through a nationwide roll-out of branded vending machines in the US.
Events

Katarzyna Tomanek & Adam Badnorz on Greif's sustainability | Watercoolers Europe 2025

Panel discussion & review of Watercoolers Europe 2025

Petainer's Michael Joyes discusses the upcoming BPA ban | Watercoolers Europe 2025

InstaGroup's Mihai Apetrei on identifying new business opportunities | Watercoolers Europe 2025

H2O Direct's certified PFAS filters with Jim Redford | Watercoolers Europe 2025

Blupura's plans for 2026 with Debora Screpanti | Watercoolers Europe 2025

Director General Gustav Felix on his retirement | Watercoolers Europe Conference & Fair 2025

WE Chair Marzia Mariotti | Watercoolers Europe 2025 Conference & Fair
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