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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WaterEquity secures over $100m for climate-resilient water infrastructure fund
WaterEquity, an asset manager focused on financing water and sanitation solutions in emerging markets, has raised over $100 million.
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.
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.
Krispy Kreme sells majority stake in Insomnia Cookies for $127m
Krispy Kreme has sold a majority ownership stake in Insomnia Cookies to Verlinvest and Mistral Equity Partners.
Botrista reaches $120m in total funding to enhance AI beverage platform
Botrista, a company specialising in data-driven, automated beverage platforms, has closed a Series C funding round led by Jollibee Foods.
Rohlik Group secures $170m to expand online grocery services across Europe
Rohlik Group, a European food retail technology and online grocery company, has secured $170m in growth capital.
Westrock Coffee opens $315m ready-to-drink manufacturing facility
Westrock Coffee Company has opened a $315m ready-to-drink manufacturing facility in Conway, Arkansas, US.
Cornish Bakery secures funding to double UK locations in expansion drive
UK bakery Cornish Bakery has secured a funding package from Virgin Money to support its expansion plans.
BrewDog founder James Watt backs functional soda start-up Living Things in pre-seed round
Living Things, a UK-based functional soda brand, has secured a £500k pre-seed funding round led by global beverage entrepreneur James Watt.
Compass Group to acquire CH&CO in £475m deal
UK foodservice company Compass Group has agreed to acquire hospitality services provider CH&CO. According to Reuters, the deal is valued...
