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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Coffee & tea

Beverage
Celsius expands UK&I range with four new flavours
Energy drink brand Celsius will launch four new fruit-flavoured, zero sugar variants in the UK and Ireland from January 2026.
Packaging quality control: Compulsory process or opportunity for competitive advantage?
Stefan Welker shows how modern quality control can cut waste, boost efficiency, build brand trust and create real competitive advantage.
C4 Energy expands into energy shot market with new product
C4 Energy has entered the energy shot category with the launch of C4 Performance Energy Shots, a compact format designed to provide a quick source of caffeine.
Pret A Manger names Ross Warnes as UK & Ireland president
Pret A Manger has appointed Ross Warnes as president for its UK and Ireland operations, effective January 2026.
Momo and Natoora launch exclusive Green Mandarin Kombucha
Momo Kombucha, a producer of fermented beverages, has partnered with UK-based speciality produce supplier Natoora to introduce Carmelo’s Green Mandarin Kombucha.
Grind expands into UK rail network with Waterloo opening
UK-based coffee brand Grind has opened a new café at Waterloo station in London, one of the UK’s busiest commuter hubs.
Air Up launches new Shaky Shakes Pods
As the UK intensifies its focus on reducing high-sugar beverages, Air Up is stepping into the spotlight with its new Shaky Shakes flavour range.
Coca-Cola’s proposed Costa Coffee sale faces uncertainty as talks with TDR Capital falter – FT
Coca-Cola’s plans to sell Costa Coffee are at risk of being abandoned, according to the Financial Times, as negotiations with private equity firm TDR Capital encounter difficulties over valuation.
Planet Oat partners with Emily in Paris to launch white chocolate and raspberry creamer
US oat milk brand Planet Oat has launched a new white chocolate and raspberry-flavoured coffee creamer, in partnership with TV series Emily in Paris.
Kurita’s F&B solutions: Innovative water and process management for a sustainable industry
Kurita, a global leader in water and process technologies and services, offers a comprehensive portfolio designed specifically to address the complex water and process challenges faced by the food and beverage (F&B) industry.
Just Eat founder Jitse Groen to step down, Roberto Gandolfo named successor
Just Eat Takeaway.com (JET) has announced that founder and CEO Jitse Groen will step down, with Roberto Gandolfo set to take over as CEO from 1 January 2026.
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