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

20 May 2026
Unlock sustainable growth with Waterlogic and Purezza
For distributors looking to expand their portfolio and capture this growing market, partnering with Waterlogic and Purezza represents a compelling opportunity.
20 May 2026
French anti-fraud officers raid Nestlé Perrier bottling sites – Reuters
French anti-fraud officers have raided Perrier bottling and laboratory sites owned by Nestlé as part of an investigation linked to allegations surrounding the treatment of natural mineral water in France.
20 May 2026
Minor Figures debuts barista oat bag-in-box solution for foodservice sector
Minor Figures has announced the launch of its new barista oat bag-in-box solution, designed specifically for high-volume cafés, hospitality operators and automated coffee environments.
20 May 2026
Starbucks to incur $400m restructuring hit as it cuts corporate roles and closes offices
Starbucks is set to incur approximately $400 million in restructuring charges as part of its ongoing ‘Back to Starbucks’ turnaround strategy, with the company also confirming a new round of corporate layoffs and office closures in the US.
19 May 2026
Califia Farms expands RTD range with new Blueberry Matcha Almond Latte
Plant-based beverage brand Califia Farms is expanding its UK ready-to-drink (RTD) range with the launch of Blueberry Matcha Almond Latte.
19 May 2026
Drip Water targets $5m raise to accelerate US expansion
Drip Water is seeking to raise between $3 million and $5 million through convertible bridge notes to support its US expansion strategy following a series of sports partnerships and retail launches across the American market.
18 May 2026
Community Coffee expands permanent line with two dessert-inspired coffee flavours
Community Coffee has expanded its core product line with two new permanent flavoured coffees, Chocolate Lava Cake and Cinnamon Roll, as it responds to growing demand for dessert-inspired coffee blends.
18 May 2026
Nestlé research finds robusta coffee mix boosts yields by 86% in Côte d’Ivoire
Nestlé has announced new research showing that planting a mix of six robusta coffee varieties in Côte d'Ivoire, West Africa, can increase yields by up to 86% compared to the country’s commonly used local coffee variety, while also improving flavour and resilience to climate stress.
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