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.
Research
Coffee & tea

10 October 2025
Oatly spotlights speciality teas and global flavours among key beverage trends for years ahead
Oatly has launched its first-ever Future of Taste Report, identifying key beverage trends it expects to see in the coming years ahead.
10 October 2025
“Better to light a candle than curse the darkness” – Waiākea CEO Ryan Emmons on tackling packaging’s imperfect realities
CEO and co-founder Ryan Emmons discusses how the Hawaii-based company expanded from a local start-up into a B Corp–certified brand promoting circular packaging and community impact.
9 October 2025
SodaStream launches fruit Schorlen-Mix in sustainable SIG Dome carton bottles
SodaStream has entered the fruit Schorlen market with the launch of its new Apple Schorlen-Mix and Grape Schorlen-Mix syrups, which are packaged for the first time in aseptic carton bottles.
9 October 2025
Carlsberg Britvic invests £20m in Rugby factory expansion, creating 34 jobs
In a move to bolster production capabilities, Carlsberg Britvic has announced a £20 million investment in a new soft drinks canning line at its Rugby factory.
9 October 2025
Hive Mind and Rave Coffee launch coffee honey stout 'Second Breakfast'
Welsh brewery and meadery Hive Mind has released Second Breakfast, a coffee honey stout made in collaboration with Rave Coffee.
8 October 2025
PepsiCo launches Christmas crisp flavours, including gingerbread Doritos
PepsiCo is bringing a sweet twist to the savoury snacks aisle this Christmas with the launch of Doritos Gingerbread, the brand’s first-ever limited-edition festive flavour.
8 October 2025
VMFS USA launches ad-enabled and secure touchscreen vending machines
US-based vending machine manufacturer VMFS USA has expanded its line-up with touchscreen vending machines featuring digital advertising capabilities and advanced ID verification.
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