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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Co-op launches 24-hour online grocery delivery in city centres
Co-op has announced the launch of a 24-hour online grocery delivery service in select city centre stores.
Coca-Cola and Bacardi partner on RTD cocktail
The Coca-Cola Company and Bacardi have partnered to launch Bacardí rum and Coca-Cola as a ready-to-drink (RTD) cocktail.
Costa Coffee and Podback launch in-store coffee pod recycling trial
Costa Coffee has launched a trial collaboration with Podback to offer pod recycling at 142 stores across the UK.
Lipton Teas and Infusions CEO Nathalie Roos to step down
Nathalie Roos is stepping down as chief executive officer of Lipton Teas and Infusions for personal reasons.
Red Bull launches new Winter Edition beverage flavour
Red Bull is set to expand its seasonal offerings in the energy drink market with the launch of its 2nd Winter Edition flavour, Iced Vanilla.
Nestlé Waters settles legal issues over illegal water practices in France
Nestlé Waters has agreed to pay a €2m fine following a settlement regarding illegal water drilling and treatment practices in France.
Grind partners with Sage to launch exclusive bean-to-cup coffee machine
UK cult coffee brand Grind has unveiled its first consumer bean-to-cup coffee machine, a new edition of the Sage Barista Touch Impress.
Coffee Mate taps into bagel trend with limited-edition coffee creamer
Nestlé’s Coffee Mate has expanded its portfolio with a new limited-edition launch, Coffee Mate Bagel & Cream Cheese Flavored Creamer.
Keurig Dr Pepper settles with SEC over misleading recyclability claims for K-Cup pods
KDP has been officially charged by the US SEC for making misleading statements about the recyclability of its K-Cup beverage pods.
Monster Energy launches Rehab Green Tea functional beverage
Monster Energy has unveiled its latest product, Rehab Monster Green Tea, expanding its portfolio of non-carbonated beverages aimed at...
Dice Provisions launches Craft Coffee Ice Cubes ahead of National Coffee Day
Dice Provisions, a new food innovation company based in Los Angeles, has introduced its latest product: Dice Coffee Ice Cubes.