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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Starbucks reports 7.2% rise in Q4 comparable sales as turnaround gains momentum
Starbucks has reported a 7.2% increase in global comparable coffeehouse sales for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2026, as its ‘Back to Starbucks’ strategy continued to support sales growth and improved profitability.
Pip & Nut reportedly exploring £100m sale – The Times
According to reporting from The Times, UK nut butter and snacking brand Pip & Nut is exploring a sale that could value the business at up to £100 million.
Black Sheep Coffee signs franchise agreements for 39 new UK stores
Black Sheep Coffee has signed three new franchise development agreements to open at least 39 stores across Greater London, East and West Sussex and the South West of England.
Hotel Chocolat expands Halloween portfolio with new chocolate treats
Hotel Chocolat has expanded its Halloween portfolio for 2026 with a range of new chocolate products.
Pladis expands rainwater harvesting to cut water use at UK logistics site
Pladis has expanded its rainwater harvesting technology at its Ashby-de-la-Zouch logistics site in Leicestershire.
Trubar launches high-protein Trubar Pro
Trubar has launched Trubar Pro, a new range of plant-based protein bars.
Deliveroo partners with Coco Robotics to launch autonomous deliveries across UK
Deliveroo has announced an exclusive partnership with Coco Robotics to introduce autonomous food deliveries across the UK, starting in Canary Wharf, London, this October.
Hershey appoints Amanda Almond as president of international business
Skittles is expanding its candy range with Gummy Crystals, a new product that combines a soft gummy centre with tangy, crunchy candy crystals.
Nestlé appoints Manuela Bernasconi as group general counsel
Nestlé has appointed Manuela Bernasconi as its new group general counsel and a member of the Group Executive Board, effective 1 January 2027.
PizzaExpress explores potential £500m sale – Financial Times
PizzaExpress is exploring a potential sale that could value the UK restaurant group at up to £500 million, according to reporting by the Financial Times.
Europe’s €361bn foodservice market masks major generational shift, Circana finds
New research from Circana show how different generations are reshaping Europe's foodservice market.
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