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Lola’s to open first Northern UK store at Trafford Centre

Lola’s, a London-founded bakery brand known for handmade cakes and cupcakes, will open its first Northern UK location later this month at Trafford Centre in Manchester.

Coca-Cola to discontinue Minute Maid frozen range in US and Canada - Reuters

Coca-Cola will discontinue its frozen product portfolio, including the Minute Maid frozen line, across the US and Canada as it responds to changing consumer preferences, according to Reuters.

GrubMarket secures $50m Series H investment

GrubMarket, an AI technology and digital platform company in the US food supply chain field, has raised approximately $50 million in Series H financing, valuing the company at a pre-money valuation of $4.5 billion.

Nestlé UK & Ireland announces leadership changes

Nestlé UK & Ireland has announced three senior leadership appointments spanning its coffee, manufacturing and foodservice operations.

AVA welcomes ‘Exchange for Change’ launch as DRS consultation continues
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AVA welcomes ‘Exchange for Change’ launch as DRS consultation continues
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Five Star acquires Krodel Vending Operations in Southern Indiana

Five Star acquires Krodel Vending Operations in Southern Indiana

Five Star Breaktime Solutions has completed the acquisition of the vending and coffee operations of Krodel Vending, headquartered in Jasper, Indiana.

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Air Up adds Dragonfruit-Lychee to scent-based hydration range

Air Up adds Dragonfruit-Lychee to scent-based hydration range

Air Up, a hydration brand known for its scent-based water flavouring system, has expanded its flavour range with the launch of Dragonfruit-Lychee pods.

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Starbucks expands UK RTD range with limited editions as flavour innovation drives chilled coffee growth

Starbucks expands UK RTD range with limited editions as flavour innovation drives chilled coffee growth

Starbucks is launching two limited-edition ready-to-drink (RTD) chilled coffee products in the UK in early 2026 under its ready-to-drink partnership with Arla Foods.

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Nestlé UK & Ireland announces leadership changes

Nestlé UK & Ireland announces leadership changes

Nestlé UK & Ireland has announced three senior leadership appointments spanning its coffee, manufacturing and foodservice operations.

Kickstart Coffee secures Aldi Specialbuys listing after £100k investment in Ugandan communities

Kickstart Coffee secures Aldi Specialbuys listing after £100k investment in Ugandan communities

Kickstart Coffee has made its supermarket debut in Aldi UK stores nationwide after securing a first-time listing in the retailer’s Specialbuys range, following a £100,000 reinvestment into education and community infrastructure in Uganda.

Five Star acquires Krodel Vending Operations in Southern Indiana

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Five Star Breaktime Solutions has completed the acquisition of the vending and coffee operations of Krodel Vending, headquartered in Jasper, Indiana.

AVA welcomes ‘Exchange for Change’ launch as DRS consultation continues

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The Vending & Automated Retail Association (AVA) has welcomed the UK government’s announcement of the deposit return scheme’s official name, Exchange for Change, as consultation on the scheme continues.

TÜV Rheinland hosts first Coffee Machines & Appliances Summit in Hong Kong

TÜV Rheinland hosts first Coffee Machines & Appliances Summit in Hong Kong

TÜV Rheinland Hong Kong hosted its first Coffee Machines & Appliances Summit on 28 November, highlighting rising safety, regulatory, and cybersecurity challenges in modern household appliances.

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Katarzyna Tomanek & Adam Badnorz on Greif's sustainability | Watercoolers Europe 2025
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Katarzyna Tomanek & Adam Badnorz on Greif's sustainability | Watercoolers Europe 2025
Greif is a major global packaging company that supplies reusable water cooler bottles (PET bottles) in Europe, offering logistical benefits with preforms and robust, recyclable solutions for the water dispenser industry.
Panel discussion & review of Watercoolers Europe 2025
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Panel discussion & review of Watercoolers Europe 2025
Marzia Mariotti - Culligan, WE Chair Katarzyna Tomanek - Greif, WE Vice Chair Derek Callaghan - AA First, Treasurer Gustav Felix - Director General
Petainer's Michael Joyes discusses the upcoming BPA ban | Watercoolers Europe 2025
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Petainer's Michael Joyes discusses the upcoming BPA ban | Watercoolers Europe 2025
The upcoming BPA ban on polycarbonate watercooler bottles and how PET offers a ready-to-implement, future-proof alternative for watercooler producers. As the BPA ban takes effect in mid-2026, businesses across Europe are preparing to transition to safer and more sustainable packaging materials. PET watercooler bottles have already proven their reliability in markets across Europe and the Americas, providing a lightweight, shatter-resistant, and energy-efficient replacement for traditional polycarbonate bottles. Petainer also presented its range of PET preforms, designed for customers looking to blow their own bottles and reduce logistics costs
InstaGroup's Mihai Apetrei on identifying new business opportunities | Watercoolers Europe 2025
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InstaGroup's Mihai Apetrei on identifying new business opportunities | Watercoolers Europe 2025
Manufacturer of 19 liter bottles, bottle caps and racks. The main activity of InstaGroup is based on identifying new business opportunities. That is why InstaGroup has several fields of activity under its umbrella, such as consultancy, distribution, hospitality and trade. From 2022 we even started the production of bottles, caps, racks. We are also an importer of BWC / POU water coolers, hand/electric pumps, cup holders, metal can holders and other products related to the water-cooler market.
H2O Direct's certified PFAS filters with Jim Redford | Watercoolers Europe 2025
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H2O Direct's certified PFAS filters with Jim Redford | Watercoolers Europe 2025
H2O Direct is a key UK/European supplier of advanced water filtration for coffee, vending, and water coolers, known for innovative, certified filters (like FX for microplastics/bacteria). They focus on quality, quick delivery, sustainability (recycling), and adapting to tech trends like AI/IoT for smart water solutions, highlighting safety and performance in the growing European market.
Blupura's plans for 2026 with Debora Screpanti | Watercoolers Europe 2025
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Blupura's plans for 2026 with Debora Screpanti | Watercoolers Europe 2025
Blupura is a leading Italian manufacturer of high-quality, sustainable water coolers and dispensers for the European market, known for connecting directly to the mains (POU) and offering chilled, hot, or sparkling options with advanced filtration (like Blutron) and UV sterilization, emphasizing design, innovation, and reduced plastic waste.
Director General Gustav Felix on his retirement | Watercoolers Europe Conference & Fair 2025
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Director General Gustav Felix on his retirement | Watercoolers Europe Conference & Fair 2025
This year’s Watercoolers Europe Conference & Trade Fair in Milan was marked by a truly special moment - the retirement of long-standing Director General, Gustav Felix. For two decades, Gustav has been the driving force behind Watercoolers Europe’s growth, collaboration, and vision. His dedication, leadership, and unwavering commitment have helped shape the association into the strong, connected community it is today.
WE Chair Marzia Mariotti | Watercoolers Europe 2025 Conference & Fair
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WE Chair Marzia Mariotti | Watercoolers Europe 2025 Conference & Fair
Marzia Mariotti is the Chair of Watercoolers Europe, an association that promotes healthy hydration and represents the European water dispenser industry to governments and the public. She leads the organization's strategic objectives and represents the industry at events, focusing on future trends like sustainability, smart technology, and evolving consumer needs.
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