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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Mondelēz invests in UK doughnut start-up Urban Legend, targeting health-conscious consumers
Mondelēz has made an investment through its corporate venture capital arm, SnackFutures Ventures, in Urban Legend.
Co-op launches 24-hour online grocery delivery in city centres
Co-op has announced the launch of a 24-hour online grocery delivery service in select city centre stores.
Costa Coffee and Podback launch in-store coffee pod recycling trial
Costa Coffee has launched a trial collaboration with Podback to offer pod recycling at 142 stores across the UK.
Red Bull launches new Winter Edition beverage flavour
Red Bull is set to expand its seasonal offerings in the energy drink market with the launch of its 2nd Winter Edition flavour, Iced Vanilla.
Aldi to invest £800m in the UK over the next year
Supermarket giant Aldi has announced plans to invest £800 million over the next year to accelerate its expansion across the UK.
Krispy Kreme appoints new president for UK and Ireland amid leadership transition
Krispy Kreme has announced the appointment of Guy Meakin as the new president of Krispy Kreme UK & Ireland, effective early November.
Twinings launches RTD sparkling tea line to meet demand for healthy beverages
Twinings has launched a new line of ready-to-drink sparkling teas, aimed at meeting the increasing consumer interest in functional...
Sainsbury’s acquires ten Homebase stores to convert into supermarkets
Sainsbury’s has acquired ten leasehold stores from HHGL, which trades as Homebase, for conversion into Sainsbury’s supermarkets.
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.
