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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PepsiCo to acquire prebiotic soda brand Poppi for $1.95bn
PepsiCo has announced a definitive agreement to acquire Poppi, a rapidly growing prebiotic soda brand, for approximately $1.95 billion.
Lemon Perfect expands range with new Sunshine Tea and Lime flavours
US flavoured water brand Lemon Perfect has launched two new flavours – Sunshine Tea and Lime – at Expo West.
Spindrift launches new soda line with real squeezed fruit ingredients
Spindrift Beverage Co has introduced Spindrift Soda, a new line of soft drinks made with real squeezed fruit and no added sugar or stevia.
Start-up spotlight: Open Water
Jess Page shares how Open Water has made waves in reducing plastic pollution and ensuring high-quality products.
Monster Beverage co-CEO Rodney Sacks to step down
Rodney Sacks, co-chief executive officer and chairman of Monster Beverage, has formally submitted his resignation, effective June 12 2025.
Bloom Nutrition aims to disrupt soda market with Bloom Pop launch
Bloom Nutrition has launched Bloom Pop, a new functional soda designed to cater to health-conscious consumers.
Clean Simple Eats enters functional beverage space with protein soda
Clean Simple Eats (CSE) has launched its first protein-packed carbonated soda, Frosted Lemonade Clear Protein Soda.
Coca-Cola enters prebiotic soda market with Simply Pop launch
Coca-Cola is set to launch its new prebiotic soda brand: Simply Pop.
Everton acquires Eastern Tea to strengthen North American presence
Everton, an Italy-based tea and infusions company, has acquired Eastern Tea, a US tea producer and distributor.
Health-Ade expands SunSip line with new Dr Bubbles and Cream Soda flavours
Health-Ade is expanding its SunSip prebiotic soda line with two new flavours: Dr Bubbles and Cream Soda.
Olipop secures $50m in Series C funding to expand functional soda offerings
Olipop, a rapidly growing player in the functional beverage sector, has successfully closed a $50 million Series C funding round.
