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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Soft drinks
Pepsi to launch permanent Wild Cherry & Cream flavour
Pepsi is launching a new permanent flavour, Wild Cherry & Cream, which will be available nationwide this month.
La Colombe expands RTD portfolio with launch of strawberry mocha
La Colombe has expanded its Draft Latte portfolio with the launch of a new limited-edition flavour: Strawberry mocha.
Britvic invests over £1m in energy-efficient upgrades at Rugby factory
Britvic is investing £1.15 million in its Rugby, Warwickshire, factory to reduce carbon emissions and save energy.
Starbucks expands chilled RTD portfolio in the UK with new launches
Starbucks has made several new additions to its range of chilled RTD coffee products in the UK, including two new plant-based varieties.
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.
CMA approves Carlsberg’s £3.3bn Britvic takeover
The UK’s Competition and Markets Authority has given Carlsberg the green light to proceed with its £3.3bn acquisition of Britvic.
The Coca-Cola Company appoints Henrique Braun as global EVP and COO
The Coca-Cola Company has announced that Henrique Braun has been named EVP and COO, effective 1 January 2025.
Coca-Cola revives Barrilitos brand amid demand for cultural heritage beverages
The Coca-Cola Company has announced the relaunch of Barrilitos, a traditional Mexican soft drink brand with roots dating back to 1938.
Red Bull launches new Winter Edition beverage flavour
Red Bull is set to expand its seasonal offerings in the energy drink market with the launch of its 2nd Winter Edition flavour, Iced Vanilla.
Sustainable water company BE WTR opens circular bottling plant in Paris
BE WTR, a sustainable water company known for its premium offerings, has opened a fully automated circular bottling plant in Clichy, Paris.
Coffee Mate taps into bagel trend with limited-edition coffee creamer
Nestlé’s Coffee Mate has expanded its portfolio with a new limited-edition launch, Coffee Mate Bagel & Cream Cheese Flavored Creamer.
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