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.
Lawmakers launch Congressional Coffee Caucus to support industry and supply chain
US representatives Jill Tokuda and William Timmons have launched the bipartisan Congressional Coffee Caucus, aimed at supporting the US coffee industry and strengthening the global coffee supply chain.
Start-up spotlight: Kaffe Bueno
Kaffe Bueno transforms spent coffee grounds into ingredients for industries ranging from personal care to nutraceuticals.
Lavazza launches Tablì coffee system
Lavazza Group has introduced a preview of the Tablì system, a new solution designed to offer a '100% coffee experience'.
Coffee prices drop as Trump imposes tariffs on imports – Reuters
Coffee prices declined on Thursday following president Donald Trump’s announcement of sweeping new tariffs on US imports.
Bosch and Lavazza partner to elevate at-home coffee experience
Bosch and Lavazza have announced a partnership aimed at enhancing the home coffee experience.
Rhea introduces fresh leaf tea and fresh milk systems at Vendex Midlands
Rhea launched two new products at Vendex Midlands, one-day vending event based in the UK.
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.
Europe leads Costa Rican coffee exports for the first time, surpassing the US
Costa Rica exported more coffee to Europe than to the United States for the first time in 2024.
Jordan’s Skinny Mixes enters the ready-to-drink coffee market
Jordan’s Skinny Mixes has launched its first ready-to-drink coffee, Skinnyccino, expanding its product line beyond syrups and mixers.
Horeca innovation: How automation is transforming hot beverage service
Bryony Andrews explores how automated beverage machines are transforming Horeca with efficiency, quality and innovation in hot beverages.
