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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Mondelēz invests in UK doughnut start-up Urban Legend, targeting health-conscious consumers
Mondelēz has made an investment through its corporate venture capital arm, SnackFutures Ventures, in Urban Legend.
Creed Foodservice acquired by Kitwave Wholesale Group
UK foodservice provider Creed Foodservice has been acquired by Kitwave Wholesale Group for an undisclosed sum.
KitKat introduces new vanilla flavour
Nestlé-owned brand KitKat has expanded its portfolio with a new permanent vanilla flavour.
Co-op launches 24-hour online grocery delivery in city centres
Co-op has announced the launch of a 24-hour online grocery delivery service in select city centre stores.
Doritos partners with Heinz to launch new ketchup and mustard flavours in Brazil
Doritos has teamed up with Heinz to launch two new limited-edition flavours in Brazil: Ketchup and Mustard.
Krispy Kreme launches Barbie-inspired doughnut collection to mark 65th anniversary
Krispy Kreme has unveiled a new doughnut collection in celebration of the 65th anniversary of the Barbie brand, featuring four uniquely...
Aldi to invest £800m in the UK over the next year
Supermarket giant Aldi has announced plans to invest £800 million over the next year to accelerate its expansion across the UK.
Krispy Kreme appoints new president for UK and Ireland amid leadership transition
Krispy Kreme has announced the appointment of Guy Meakin as the new president of Krispy Kreme UK & Ireland, effective early November.
GrubMarket acquires FreshGoGo to expand footprint in online grocery sector
GrubMarket has acquired of FreshGoGo, an online platform specialising in Asian grocery and speciality foods in North America.
Sainsbury’s acquires ten Homebase stores to convert into supermarkets
Sainsbury’s has acquired ten leasehold stores from HHGL, which trades as Homebase, for conversion into Sainsbury’s supermarkets.
Collaboration is king: The rise of food and beverage brand fusions
As brands seek to capture new markets, we are witnessing a growing trend of hybrid products that blend both food and drink.
