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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Unilever to sell Indonesian tea business for $89m
Unilever Indonesia has agreed to divest its tea business in Indonesia, including the SariWangi brand, to Savoria Kreasi Rasa, a subsidiary of Djarum Group.
Fiddleheads Coffee joins FairWave as it plans long-term future
Fiddleheads Coffee has joined the FairWave Specialty Coffee Collective as it looks to secure its long-term future while maintaining its local roots.
Five Star Breaktime Solutions Acquires Savannah Healthy Vending
Five Star Breaktime Solutions has completed the acquisition of Savannah Healthy Vending, expanding its operations and customer base in Georgia, US.
Nespresso names new North America CEO amid Nestlé leadership changes – Bloomberg
Nespresso has appointed Jean-Christophe Jaunin as its new chief executive officer for North America, according to Bloomberg.
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.
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.
PayRange acquires KioSoft to expand cashless solutions for unattended retail
PayRange, a mobile-first commerce platform for unattended retail, has acquired KioSoft Technologies, a global provider of cashless payment and IoT solutions, for an undisclosed sum.
Nestlé reportedly considering sale of Blue Bottle Coffee
Nestlé is reportedly exploring the sale of its premium coffee chain, Blue Bottle Coffee, as part of a broader strategic review initiated by new CEO Philipp Navratil.
Unilever sells Graze to Candy Kittens' parent company Katjes International
In a move to streamline its portfolio, Unilever has announced the sale of its healthier snacking brand, Graze, to Katjes International, the parent company of the popular candy brand Candy Kittens.
Pret to pull express coffee machines from retail sector
Pret A Manger will withdraw its Pret Express self-service coffee machines from the retail sector as the company ends its trial and shifts focus back to expanding its UK shop estate.
UK sugar tax extended to include milkshakes and RTD lattes
The UK government has today (25 November 2025) announced an extension of the soft drinks industry levy to include high-sugar milk-based drinks.
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