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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FEM launches Ugolini frozen drink machines for commercial use
Foodservice Equipment Marketing (FEM) has introduced the Ugolini range of frozen drink machines in the UK.
Pierre Laubies appointed CEO of Lipton Teas and Infusions
Lipton Teas and Infusions has announced Pierre Laubies as its new chief executive officer.
Cutwater debuts new RTD cocktails
Cutwater, a spirits-based canned cocktail brand, has unveiled two new cocktail innovations for the spring and summer season.
Vimto debuts new functional squash for breakfast occasions
Nichols’ Vimto squash brand has added a new functional product to its portfolio, Vimto Wonderfuel, targeting breakfast time.
Jordan’s Skinny Mixes enters the ready-to-drink coffee market
Jordan’s Skinny Mixes has launched its first ready-to-drink coffee, Skinnyccino, expanding its product line beyond syrups and mixers.
Horeca innovation: How automation is transforming hot beverage service
Bryony Andrews explores how automated beverage machines are transforming Horeca with efficiency, quality and innovation in hot beverages.
Coffee Science Foundation and UC Davis partner on new research to explore green coffee defects
CSF has partnered with UC Davis to launch a new research initiative to explore green coffee defects.
CEE appoints former Starbucks VP Jeff Juneau as MD Americas
CEE, a Belgian cleantech company, is expanding its presence across the Americas with the goal of advancing net-zero manufacturing.
PepsiCo to acquire prebiotic soda brand Poppi for $1.95bn
PepsiCo has announced a definitive agreement to acquire Poppi, a rapidly growing prebiotic soda brand, for approximately $1.95 billion.
Lemon Perfect expands range with new Sunshine Tea and Lime flavours
US flavoured water brand Lemon Perfect has launched two new flavours – Sunshine Tea and Lime – at Expo West.
Spindrift launches new soda line with real squeezed fruit ingredients
Spindrift Beverage Co has introduced Spindrift Soda, a new line of soft drinks made with real squeezed fruit and no added sugar or stevia.
