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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Coffee & tea

9 October 2025
SodaStream launches fruit Schorlen-Mix in sustainable SIG Dome carton bottles
SodaStream has entered the fruit Schorlen market with the launch of its new Apple Schorlen-Mix and Grape Schorlen-Mix syrups, which are packaged for the first time in aseptic carton bottles.
9 October 2025
Carlsberg Britvic invests £20m in Rugby factory expansion, creating 34 jobs
In a move to bolster production capabilities, Carlsberg Britvic has announced a £20 million investment in a new soft drinks canning line at its Rugby factory.
9 October 2025
Hive Mind and Rave Coffee launch coffee honey stout 'Second Breakfast'
Welsh brewery and meadery Hive Mind has released Second Breakfast, a coffee honey stout made in collaboration with Rave Coffee.
8 October 2025
PepsiCo launches Christmas crisp flavours, including gingerbread Doritos
PepsiCo is bringing a sweet twist to the savoury snacks aisle this Christmas with the launch of Doritos Gingerbread, the brand’s first-ever limited-edition festive flavour.
8 October 2025
VMFS USA launches ad-enabled and secure touchscreen vending machines
US-based vending machine manufacturer VMFS USA has expanded its line-up with touchscreen vending machines featuring digital advertising capabilities and advanced ID verification.
8 October 2025
Xylem highlights the role of DAF in food and beverage wastewater treatment
Xylem’s DAF systems remove solids, oils and FOG from food amd beverage wastewater. Mohamed Sameh discusses its role in managing seasonal loads at Drinktec 2025.
8 October 2025
Lipton Teas and Infusions to sell Turkish tea factories to Öz-Gür Çay
Lipton Teas and Infusions has agreed to transfer ownership of its two tea processing factories in Türkiye’s Rize region to local tea producer Öz-Gür Çay, pending approval from local authorities.
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