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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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.
Gnaw Chocolate unveils new flavour bars ahead of festive season
As the festive season approaches, UK-based artisanal chocolate brand Gnaw has announced a brand refresh and a line-up of new flavour bars.
TGI Fridays files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection
TGI Fridays has filed voluntary petitions for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in the Northern District of Texas.
Voyage Foods set to open 284,000-square-foot manufacturing facility in Ohio
Voyage Foods will open a manufacturing facility in Mason, Ohio, to produce its bean-free coffee, cocoa-free chocolate and nut-free spreads.
Mars expands confectionery portfolio with Skittles launch
Mars has expanded its Skittles portfolio with its latest innovation, Skittles Pop’d, a new freeze-dried confectionery.
Chips Ahoy! launches oversized cookie for on-the-go snacking
Mondelēz-owned cookie brand Chips Ahoy! has unveiled a new product line aimed at the snacking preferences of younger consumers.
Walkers unveils limited-edition festive crisps
PepsiCo’s Walkers brand has introduced a new limited-edition festive flavour to its Sensations range. The new variety, Sensations Honey...
Waitrose and Just Eat partner for on-demand grocery delivery
Waitrose has partnered with Just Eat in a multi-year deal to expand its reach in the on-demand grocery and convenience sector.
Sodexo launches four new frictionless eat>NOW stores at US universities
Sodexo has launched four new eat>NOW frictionless grocery stores at US universities.

