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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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.
Coca-Cola may shift to more plastic bottles in US as Trump tariffs threaten aluminium costs
Coca-Cola said it may have to increase its reliance on plastic bottles in the US.
Olipop secures $50m in Series C funding to expand functional soda offerings
Olipop, a rapidly growing player in the functional beverage sector, has successfully closed a $50 million Series C funding round.
CCPC greenlights Coca-Cola HBC's acquisition of BDS Vending Solutions
CCPC has approved Coca-Cola HBC Northern Ireland's acquisition of BDS Vending Solutions.
Poppi faces backlash over influencer vending machine stunt
Poppi is facing criticism following its recent marketing campaign involving branded vending machines gifted to influencers.
Keurig Dr Pepper unveils new flavour innovations across US soft drinks portfolio
Keurig Dr Pepper (KDP) is unveiling a series of new flavour innovations across its US soft drinks portfolio. Dr Pepper Blackberry is the...
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.
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.
Pepsi launches new zero sugar indulgent cola flavours
Pepsi is launching two zero sugar drinks in different flavours: Strawberries ‘N’ Cream and Cream Soda.

