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
De’Longhi expands espresso line with three new machines
De’Longhi North America has expanded its portfolio of small appliances with the launch of three new espresso machines.
Coffee prices surge to 27-year highs amid supply disruptions, as stated by Bloomberg
According to Bloomberg, coffee futures in New York have surged to their highest levels since 1997.
Luckin Coffee signs $1.4bn MoU to double procurement of Brazilian coffee beans
Luckin Coffee has signed an MoU with the Brazilian Trade and Investment Promotion Agency to purchase 240,000 tons of Brazilian coffee beans.
Starbucks weighs stake sale in Chinese business, as stated by Bloomberg
Starbucks is exploring options for its Chinese operations, including the possibility of selling a stake in the business.
Pact Coffee launches V60 brewing kit in Waitrose
Pact Coffee is launching a V60 drip filter brewing kit in Waitrose, made in collaboration with Japanese manufacturer Hario.
Aarke launches three-part coffee system
Swedish design brand Aarke has announced the launch of the Aarke Coffee System.
The Nero Group acquires coffee business FCB Coffee
The Nero Group has acquired London-based coffee business FCB Coffee.
Nestlé Professional enhances Nescafé Fusion to meet coffee trends
Nestlé Professional is expanding its Nescafé Fusion system for personalised drink options for business-to-business and out-of-home use.
Opinion: How ethical sourcing and speciality coffee are redefining the industry amid financial strain
Pact Coffee’s head of B2B, James Fairbairn, shares how consumers’ taste for quality and ethical sourcing is reshaping the coffee industry.
Starbucks to end additional charges for non-dairy milk in US and Canada
Starbucks will no longer charge extra for customising beverages with non-dairy milk beginning 7 November.
Retail Food Group acquires Cibo Espresso for $1.8m
Retail Food Group has announced the acquisition of Cibo Espresso, a boutique coffee franchise, from Retail Zoo for AUD 2.7m (approx. $1.8m)
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