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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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.

Wenlock Spring strengthens sustainability with new environmental initiatives
Wenlock Spring is ramping up its sustainability efforts, outlining plans to cut carbon emissions and boost renewable energy usage.

Fanta adds new fruity flavours to zero-sugar range
Coca-Cola Europacific Partners (CCEP) has added three new fruity flavours to its Fanta zero-sugar line-up in the UK.

Liquid Death temporarily halts UK operations
Liquid Death has announced it is 'temporarily pausing' operations in the UK, less than two years after launching in the country.

Costa Coffee expands Costa Express with tea across the UK
Costa Coffee has announced the addition of tea to its Costa Express machines across the UK.

Britvic's Tango launches Strawberry Smash soft drink flavour
UK soft drink brand, Tango, is set to launch its latest rotational flavour, Strawberry Smash, as part of its annual ‘Editions’ series.

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.

Asda trials automated free sample vending machine at Pilsworth store
Asda has introduced its first automated free sample vending machine at its Pilsworth store in Bury, UK.

Pret A Manger to open first South African store in Johannesburg
Pret a Manger is set to make its debut in Africa, located in Johannesburg, South Africa.

