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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Food, Drink & Hospitality Week 2025: Registration opens for the UK’s biggest celebration of industry innovation
Taking place on 17-19 March 2025 at Excel London, Food, Drink & Hospitality Week offers an opportunity to gain industry insights.
Hershey prepares for new leadership as CEO Michele Buck announces retirement plans
Hershey has announced that Michele Buck, the current chairman, president and CEO, prepares to retire on 30 June 2026.
Rowntree’s introduces tangy new Jelly Tots variant
Rowntree’s has introduced a new tangy variant to mark the 60th anniversary of the classic Jelly Tots.
Ritz adds Spicy Queso flavour to snack line-up
Mondelēz-owned crackers brand Ritz is adding a new Spicy Queso flavour to its portfolio.
Top Refreshment's news stories of 2024
Looking back over the year, here are the top Refreshment stories that captured the most attention from our readers...
LBX Food Robotics launches Bake Xpress hot food kiosks at Birmingham airport
LBX Food Robotics has deployed its Bake Xpress hot food kiosks with partner Nancy Harkey Enterprises across Birmingham, UK.
Warrior unveils new Creatine protein bars for enhanced performance
KBF Enterprises-owned sports nutrition brand Warrior has released its new Creatine protein bars in the UK.
Snack Factory presents Pop’ums, a popcorn-inspired pretzel innovation
Snack Factory has unveiled its latest innovation, Pop’ums, bringing together the crunchiness of pretzels with the light texture of popcorn.
Iceland Foods unveils 'world's first' mince pie vending machine
Iceland Foods has unveiled the 'world’s first' mince pie vending machine in Liverpool, UK, installed outside its store in Williamson Square.
Sodexo to purchase US catering and foodservice business CRH Catering
Sodexo is set to acquire CRH Catering, a convenience solutions provider in the Mid-Atlantic region.
Wonder acquires Grubhub from Just Eat Takeaway for $650m
Wonder, a US food delivery platform, has announced the acquisition of Grubhub from Just Eat Takeaway for $650 million.
