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
5 January 2026
Nolo launches UK-first functional decaf cold brew with prebiotic benefits
Ready-to-drink brand Nolo has launched what it claims is the UK’s first decaf cold brew oat latte, combining speciality-grade taste with functional prebiotic benefits.
5 January 2026
Starbucks opens new coffeehouses in Brazil, eyes expansion in 2026
Starbucks, operated by Zamp in Brazil, has opened two new coffeehouses last month, bringing its total locations in the country to 112.
2 January 2026
Five Star Breaktime Solutions Acquires Savannah Healthy Vending
Five Star Breaktime Solutions has completed the acquisition of Savannah Healthy Vending, expanding its operations and customer base in Georgia, US.
2 January 2026
Nespresso names new North America CEO amid Nestlé leadership changes – Bloomberg
Nespresso has appointed Jean-Christophe Jaunin as its new chief executive officer for North America, according to Bloomberg.
31 December 2025
Payment preferences: How vending operators can stay ahead in a fast-changing market
Today’s consumers expect speed, convenience and flexibility in every transaction. But with bricks-and-mortar retail stepping up its game, can progressive payment technology help vending operators to stay competitive? Refreshment's Bryony Andrews explores.
30 December 2025
Top new releases of 2025, according to Refreshment
These are the launches that captured industry attention throughout the year.
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