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

19 March 2026
Asda, Podback recycle 20 million coffee pods in first year
Asda and Podback have recycled more than 20 million coffee pods through in-store collection points in the first year of their nationwide partnership.
19 March 2026
SodaStream expands UK range with four new flavours
SodaStream has expanded its UK flavour portfolio with the launch of four new variants, as the brand looks to strengthen its presence in the growing soft drinks category.
18 March 2026
Nescafé expands espresso concentrate range with two variants
Nescafé has expanded its Espresso Concentrated range in the UK with the launch of two new variants: mocha and decaf.
18 March 2026
Behind the scenes: Premium and ‘better4you’ beverage innovation at Nestlé Waters & Premium Beverages’ global R&D hub
On a visit to the Nestlé's NPTC in Vittel, France, FoodBev’s Rafaela Sousa gets a rare behind-the-scenes look at the people, processes and cutting-edge technologies driving innovation, sustainability and consumer-led product development.
18 March 2026
Löfbergs CEO Anders Fredriksson steps down
Swedish coffee roaster Löfbergs has announced that its CEO, Anders Fredriksson, will step down in September.
17 March 2026
Lawsuit challenges calorie and fat claims on protein bars sold under David Protein brand
A proposed class action lawsuit accuses Linus Technologies, owner of the David Protein brand, of significantly understating the calorie and fat content of its protein bars.
17 March 2026
Ali Group completes acquisition of US coffee brewer brand Bunn
Ali Group has completed the acquisition of Bunn Commercial, formerly known as Bunn-O-Matic Corporation, for an undisclosed sum.
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