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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Wendy’s co-op teams up with Palantir to enhance supply chain with AI
Palantir Technologies and Wendy’s Quality Supply Chain Co-op (QSCC) have announced a new partnership.
Chopstix makes retail debut with ‘Wok Pot’ cooking sauce range
Chopstix, the UK’s largest Asian-inspired QSR brand, is taking its first step into retail with the launch of ‘Wok Pot’ cooking sauces.
Roasting Plant Coffee secures £7.9m funding for growth and innovation
UK coffee retailer Roasting Plant Coffee has completed a £7.9 million ($10 million) oversubscribed funding round.
Chipotle chief Brian Niccol named Starbucks chairman and CEO
Starbucks has announced the appointment of Brian Niccol as its new chairman and CEO, effective 9 September 2024.
Krispy Kreme refreshes doughnut line-up with eight new recipes
🍩 Krispy Kreme has refreshed its doughnut offering in the UK, with a new line-up featuring eight brand-new recipes.
Krispy Kreme opens first Moroccan store
Krispy Kreme has announced the opening of its first Moroccan location, in partnership with franchisee Americana.
Knoops secures £5m funding to boost global reach, appoints new non-executive directors
Chocolate café and retailer Knoops has announced a £5 million fundraising initiative, now approved under the Enterprise Investment Scheme.
Interview: Navigating CSR in foodservice
Maximilien Pellegrini, chairman and CEO of Elior North America, highlights the importance of CSR transparency and innovation in the sector.
FEM unveils new water dispensers
Foodservice Equipment Marketing (FEM) has unveiled two new additions to its water dispenser range: the Cornelius PearlMini and PearlMax5.
Krispy Kreme signs joint venture agreement for Spanish market debut
Krispy Kreme has announced plans to enter the Spanish market through a new joint venture with Glaseadas Originales, set to begin in 2025.
Shuffle invests £2.5m in hospitality sector
Shuffle, a start-up hospitality investment platform, is injecting an initial £2.5 million into Manchester’s hospitality industry to support
