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

27 April 2026
Free Soul and PerfectTed launch matcha protein and collagen latte range
Free Soul has partnered with PerfectTed to launch two new functional beverage products: Matcha Protein and Matcha Collagen Latte.
27 April 2026
Exchange for Change confirms flat 20p deposit for UK DRS
Exchange for Change has confirmed that a flat 20p deposit will apply to all in-scope containers when the Deposit Return Scheme launches across England, Scotland and Northern Ireland in October 2027.
24 April 2026
Drink Lomi launches single-serve matcha and vegan foam sachets
UK start-up Drink Lomi has launched a range of single-serve matcha and vegan cold foam sachets, targeting growth in the premium at-home drinks segment.
24 April 2026
McWin invests €5m in coffee subscription platform Incapto as part of €10m funding round
McWin Capital Partners has made a strategic investment in Incapto, a coffee-as-a-service platform targeting both households and businesses.
23 April 2026
Harrogate Spring Water expansion plans blocked
Plans by Harrogate Spring Water to expand its bottling facility have been blocked by the local council, marking a setback for the company’s proposed development.
23 April 2026
Plenish expands shots range with fibre and turmeric variants
UK-based brand Plenish has added two new products to its functional shots portfolio, targeting digestive health and nutrient intake.
22 April 2026
Candy Can launches nostalgia-driven bubble gum beverage
Candy Can is expanding its novelty-led portfolio through a new licensing partnership with Perfetti Van Melle, bringing the Bubblicious brand into the ready-to-drink space for the first time.
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