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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OFI expands soluble coffee production with new facility in Brazil
Olam Food Ingredients (OFI) has inaugurated a new soluble coffee facility in Linhares, Espírito Santo, marking a notable expansion in its manufacturing capabilities.
UK's deposit return scheme confirmed: What vending and beverage companies need to know
After years of consultation, delay and debate, the UK government has officially confirmed that a deposit return scheme (DRS) will launch in England and Northern Ireland on 1 October 2027.
Nestlé announces investment to expand coffee factory in Vietnam
Nestlé Vietnam has announced an investment of nearly VND 1,900 billion (approx. $73 million) to expand its Tri An coffee processing factory in Dong Nai province.
Milo’s Tea opens $200m facility in South Carolina, creates hundreds of jobs
Milo’s Tea Company has opened its new $200 million manufacturing and distribution facility in Spartanburg, South Carolina.
Nestlé resumes Nescafé operations in Thailand following court ruling
Nestlé Thai has resumed full operations of its Nescafé brand in Thailand following a ruling by the Thai Central Intellectual Property and International Trade Court on Friday 11 April.
AG Barr to discontinue Strathmore water brand
AG Barr has announced that it plans to discontinue its bottled water brand Strathmore by January 2026.
Nestlé Spain invests €15m in Girona factory for recyclable Nescafé packaging
Nestlé is investing €15m in its Girona site to introduce recyclable packaging for Nescafé soluble coffee and Nescafé Dolce Gusto capsules.
Evoca Group expands with new branch in the Netherlands
Evoca Group has announced the opening of Evoca Nederland, a new commercial branch in Gorinchem, the Netherlands.
BE WTR expands with new sustainable water bottling plant in London
Be WTR is expanding into the UK with a state-of-the-art bottling plant in London this April.
Nestlé opens $675m beverage facility in Glendale, Arizona
Nestlé USA has opened a new beverage factory and distribution centre in Glendale, Arizona, with an investment of $675 million.
Simonelli Group buys stake in Swedish coffee filter machine company
Simonelli Group has acquired a stake in Swedish coffee filter machine company 3TEMP.
