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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Beverage
Oatly launches new Barista Cold Foam
Oatly is expanding its foodservice beverage portfolio with the launch of Oatly Barista Cold Foam.
Olipop launches two new berry flavours
Functional soda brand Olipop has introduced two new berry-inspired flavours, marking the return of a fan-favourite alongside a seasonal release.
Atlantic Grupa takes minority stake in Waterdrop with €11m investment
Atlantic Grupa has invested €11 million in hydration brand Waterdrop, acquiring a minority stake and securing a seat on the company’s investment committee.
LA Libations and Re:Lid debut first resealable aluminium can lid in beverage industry
LA Libations Water, in partnership with Re:Lid USA, has introduced the beverage industry’s first resealable lid designed for aluminium cans, a packaging innovation aimed at improving convenience and reducing waste.
Green Coffee raises $5m as retail investor base expands alongside US growth
Green Coffee Company, a US-based coffee firm with operations in Colombia, has closed a $5 million Regulation Crowdfunding (Reg CF) campaign hosted on DealMaker’s platform, attracting more than 2,000 retail investors across the United States.
Lavazza launches first rainforest alliance regenerative certified coffee blend
Lavazza has launched La Reserva de Tierra Selection, a new coffee positioned as the first professional-focused blend sourced from farms certified under the Rainforest Alliance’s Regenerative Agriculture Standard.
Lipton Teas & Infusions appoints former Mars CEO Grant Reid as chair
Lipton Teas & Infusions has appointed Grant Reid as chair, effective immediately.
Emmi Caffè Latte launches protein chocolate cappuccino in Tesco
Emmi Caffè Latte is rolling out a new Protein Chocolate Cappuccino alongside wider Tesco expansion as it targets growth in the £364 million ready-to-drink iced coffee category.
Starbucks posts Q2 sales growth as turnaround plan lifts transactions
Starbucks reported a rise in second-quarter sales and earnings, driven by higher customer traffic and early gains from its turnaround strategy, even as margins faced pressure in North America.
L’or targets iced coffee boom with coconut capsule launch
Premium coffee brand L’or is expanding its range with the launch of Coconut Iced Capsules, aimed at tapping into rising demand for flavoured, barista-style drinks at home.
Nestlé confirms sale of Blue Bottle Coffee to Centurium Capital
Nestlé has agreed to sell its Blue Bottle Coffee business to private equity firm Centurium Capital, marking the latest step in the food giant’s ongoing portfolio reshaping.
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