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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Crane Convenience launches next-generation coffee machine range in UK and Europe
Crane Convenience has launched a new range of coffee machines in the UK and Europe, featuring updated digital interfaces, connectivity and fleet management capabilities.
Starbucks adds matcha lattes and pumpkin spice Frappuccino to UK RTD range
Starbucks has expanded its UK ready-to-drink portfolio with two permanent matcha lattes and a limited-edition pumpkin spice Frappuccino.
Kaapi Machines secures $5.3m investment from Sedna Horeca
Indian coffee equipment and services provider Kaapi Machines has secured an equity investment of INR 500 million (approx. $5.3 million) from B2B hospitality solutions company Sedna Horeca.
Fairtrade raises minimum coffee prices amid mounting production costs
Fairtrade International has announced increases to its minimum prices for arabica and robusta coffee.
Califia Farms taps into banana flavour trends with new flavoured latté and creamer
Califia Farms is expanding its portfolio in the US with the launch of Banana Crème Almond Milk Latte and Organic Banana Crème Almond Milk Coffee Creamer, tapping into the popularity of banana-flavoured coffee options.
Pret A Manger appoints Anita McDonnell as international president
Pret A Manger has appointed Anita McDonnell as president of its international division, effective from late August.
Mago Maga unveils AI-powered Roma-X home coffee roaster
Coffee equipment manufacturer Mago Maga has introduced Roma-X, its third-generation AI-powered home coffee roaster.
Cafento acquires Irish speciality coffee roaster McCabe’s Coffee
Spanish coffee group Cafento has acquired McCabe’s Coffee, an Irish speciality roaster based in County Wicklow, as part of its international growth strategy.
Coffee Mate launches limited-edition mixed fruit creamer
Nestlé-owned Coffee Mate has launched a limited-edition mixed fruit-flavoured creamer in the US.
NAMA opens nominations for 2026 Coffee Legend award
The National Automatic Merchandising Association (NAMA) has opened nominations for its 2026 Coffee Legend of the Year Award, which recognises long-standing leadership within the coffee services sector.
Coca-Cola HBC’s CCBA acquisition cleared by South African competition regulator
The South African Competition Commission has recommended approval of Coca-Cola HBC AG’s proposed acquisition of Coca-Cola Beverages Africa (CCBA).
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