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 resumes Nescafé operations in Thailand following court ruling
Nestlé Thai has resumed full operations of its Nescafé brand in Thailand following a ruling by the Thai Central Intellectual Property and International Trade Court on Friday 11 April.
The Ryl Company secures $15m in Series B funding to accelerate expansion and innovation
The Ryl Company, owner of functional iced tea brand Ryl Tea, has secured $15m in Series B funding to fuel its innovation and expansion across the US.
Opinion: How tech-driven strategies can tackle rising hospitality costs
Callum Quirk from Vita Mojo explores how technology can help hospitality businesses navigate these financial pressures.
Agthia acquires bottled water business Riviere
UAE-based food and beverage company, Agthia Group, has acquired a 100% stake in bottled water business Riviere.
March 2025: Key updates from the vending, coffee and water sectors
Refreshment brings you the latest updates from our member associations in the vending, coffee and water sectors.
PE firms consider €5bn bid for Nestlé water business
Private equity (PE) firms PAI Partners and Bain Capital are reportedly among buyout firms considering bids for Nestlé's water business.
AG Barr to discontinue Strathmore water brand
AG Barr has announced that it plans to discontinue its bottled water brand Strathmore by January 2026.
Prosus to acquire Just Eat in €4.3bn deal
Prosus, a global investment group, has reached a conditional agreement to acquire Just Eat Takeaway in an all-cash deal valued at €4.3bn.
CCPC greenlights Coca-Cola HBC's acquisition of BDS Vending Solutions
CCPC has approved Coca-Cola HBC Northern Ireland's acquisition of BDS Vending Solutions.
Nestlé opens $675m beverage facility in Glendale, Arizona
Nestlé USA has opened a new beverage factory and distribution centre in Glendale, Arizona, with an investment of $675 million.
Quench rebrands to strengthen workplace water solutions
Quench has officially rebranded as Culligan Quench, reflecting its integration into the Culligan family over the past five years.
