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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Mars debuts sweet and spicy Skittles Gummies Fuego
Mars has introduced its latest product, Skittles Gummies Fuego, which combines traditional gummy candy with a spicy twist.
Mars Wrigley introduces festive line-up for Christmas 2025
Mars Wrigley has unveiled its 2025 festive line-up, tapping into the growing trends of nostalgia, gifting and indulgence with new product innovations aimed at both retailers and consumers.
Fatso adds Drunk’n Monkey flavour to dark chocolate offerings
Premium chocolate brand, Fatso, has introduced a new flavour – called Drunk’n Monkey – as part of its ongoing effort to redefine the dark chocolate market.
Seattle’s Best Coffee launches coffee-flavoured marshmallows
Seattle’s Best Coffee has partnered with gourmet marshmallow brand XO Marshmallow to launch Coffee Roast Mallows, a limited-edition variety pack of coffee-flavoured marshmallows.
Neuro Gum launches Strawberry Cake-flavoured mint
Neuro Gum, a player in the functional gum and mints market, has unveiled a limited-edition Strawberry Cake-flavoured mint in collaboration with brand ambassador and investor Steve Aoki.
Langtins releases freeze-dried sweets range Noomz
British confectionery company Langtins has introduced a new range of freeze-dried sweets, called Noomz.
Kirk Tanner appointed CEO of The Hershey Company as Michele Buck retires
The Hershey Company has announced the appointment of Kirk Tanner as president and chief executive officer, effective 18 August 2025.
Chupa Chups expands jelly line with introduction of Pinkis
Chupa Chups, a well-known name in the confectionery sector valued at £17.6 million, is set to enhance its product offerings with the introduction of Pinkis, a new addition to its jellies range.
Popcorn Shed launches limited-edition Matcha Latte-flavoured Popcorn
Popcorn Shed, a UK-based gourmet popcorn manufacturer, has released a new limited-edition flavour: Matcha Latte Popcorn.
Nestlé releases two new KitKat Chunky flavours
Nestlé is expanding its KitKat Chunky line in the UK with the introduction of two new limited-edition flavours designed to appeal to evolving consumer tastes in the food and beverage sector.
Texas Governor Greg Abbott signs bill mandating food warning labels
Packaged food and drink sold in Texas containing certain artificial ingredients will require on-pack warning labels following the signing of Senate Bill 25 by Governor Greg Abbott this weekend.
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