EU Commission proposes adding soluble coffee to EUDR framework

Soluble coffee has been included in the European Commission’s draft update to the scope of the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR), published as part of its Simplification Review.

UK Soft Drinks Awards 2026: Winners announced

FoodBev Media is proud to announce the winners of the UK Soft Drinks Awards 2026, celebrating the brands innovating UK soft drinks sector. This year’s awards present a shift in the market, defined by an intersection of flavour and holistic wellness as the industry redefines the role of the soft drink in the modern consumer’s life. The 2026 cohort reflects an evolution of sector categories, most notably the surge in functional and wellness-led drinks. Established household brands have...

365 Retail Markets completes acquisition of Cantaloupe

365 Retail Markets has completed its acquisition of Cantaloupe, a global provider of end-to-end self-service commerce technology, following the deal’s initial announcement in June last year.

Kenco launches matcha latte and espresso concentrate range

Kenco is expanding into matcha and ready-to-use coffee concentrates with the launch of new at-home drinks products aimed at younger consumers and café-style occasions.

Salty Dog launches chilli rice crackers snack range

Snack brand Salty Dog is expanding its range with the launch of Chilli Rice Crackers.

Monster Beverage tops $2bn in quarterly sales for first time

Monster Beverage posted record first-quarter net sales of $2.35 billion in 2026, marking a 26.9% increase from $1.85 billion a year earlier.

Oatly launches new Barista Cold Foam

Oatly is expanding its foodservice beverage portfolio with the launch of Oatly Barista Cold Foam.

Interview: Connect Vending’s Elyas Coutts on the rise of healthy workplace vending in the UK

Connect Vending's CEO, Elyas Coutts, discusses how employee expectations are shifting, which healthier categories are performing best and how technologies such as micro-markets and smart fridges are reshaping workplace refreshments.