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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Vybey enters snacking category with plant-based protein bar range
Scottish nutrition brand Vybey has expanded into the snacking category, launching a new range of plant-based protein bars.
Grillo’s Pickles and Hippeas launch Dill Pickle Puffs
Grillo’s Pickles, known for its pickle spears, has partnered with savoury snack brand Hippeas to introduce a new product: Dill Pickle Puffs.
Kallø launches puffed oat cakes
Kallø, a natural food brand owned by Ecotone UK, has launched a new range of puffed oat cakes claimed to be a category-first innovation.
Garden Veggie Snacks adds new flavours to tortilla chip line
Garden Veggie Snacks has launched two new varieties of its Flavor Burst Tortilla Chips: Smoky BBQ and Sweet Tangy Chili.
Five Star expands reach with Wilmore Snack Sales acquisition
Five Star Breaktime Solutions has acquired the Canteen Vending Services franchise of Wilmore Snack Sales.
Utz adds sour cream & onion flavour to Mixed Minis Pretzel line
Utz has introduced a sour cream and onion flavour to its Mixed Minis Pretzel range, expanding the line that launched in February 2024.
Haribo launches new Easter candy line-up
Haribo is introducing a new line-up of seasonal products aimed at capturing consumer attention during the Easter holiday.
Nestlé unveils new Mocha KitKat in collaboration with Nescafé
Nestlé has announced the launch of a new mocha-flavoured KitKat, developed in partnership with its popular coffee brand, Nescafé.
Ferrero adds new ‘Tic Tac Two’ innovation to Tic Tac portfolio
Ferrero UK’s Tic Tac confectionery brand has added a new innovation, Tic Tac Two, to its portfolio.
Keebler launches limited-edition Harry Potter 'Butterbeer' cookies
Keebler has introduced a limited-edition Harry Potter Butterbeer Fudge Stripes cookies product.
Go Raw introduces new snacking granola range
Organic sprouted snacks brand, Go Raw, has introduced a new range of snacking granola to its portfolio.

