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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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.
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.
Aldi to invest £800m in the UK over the next year
Supermarket giant Aldi has announced plans to invest £800 million over the next year to accelerate its expansion across the UK.
Sainsbury’s acquires ten Homebase stores to convert into supermarkets
Sainsbury’s has acquired ten leasehold stores from HHGL, which trades as Homebase, for conversion into Sainsbury’s supermarkets.
SSP secures first Bulgarian contract to manage dining at Sofia Airport
SSP Group has secured a contract with SOF Connect, the operator of Sofia Airport, to manage 12 new outlets at the airport.
Emma Chamberlain and Gustav Hossy appointed co-CEOs of Chamberlain Coffee
Emma Chamberlain, alongside Gustav Hossy, has been named co-CEO of Chamberlain Coffee, five years after founding the company.
Starbucks opens first store in Ecuador
Starbucks has opened its first store in Ecuador, as part of its continued expansion across Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC).
Espresso House appoints former McDonald’s executive Thomas Kelly as group CEO
Nordic coffeehouse chain Espresso House has appointed Thomas Kelly as its new group chief executive officer, effective from September.
Nestlé CEO Mark Schneider steps down, Laurent Freixe to take the helm
Nestlé has announced a major leadership transition, with CEO Mark Schneider stepping down after eight years in the role.
Waitrose to open 100 convenience stores in £1bn investment plan
British supermarket giant Waitrose has revealed plans to open up to 100 convenience shops across the UK over the next five years.
FreshRealm expands operations in Georgia, US, creates 300 new jobs
Fresh meal delivery provider FreshRealm has announced plans to expand its footprint in Montezuma, Georgia, creating over 300 new jobs.
