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

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.
22 April 2026
Tenzo secures $5m Series A extension to scale hospitality analytics platform
Tenzo, a real-time data and analytics platform for hospitality operators, has secured a $5 million first close of its Series A extension round, led by Edge VC.
21 April 2026
Red Bull reveals Citrus Zest flavour as next Summer Edition
Red Bull UK has announced its latest seasonal flavour innovation: Summer Edition Citrus Zest, available in retail now.
21 April 2026
Unity Coffee raises £2m to scale app-led automated coffee platform
Unity Coffee has raised £2 million in its second funding round, as the automated retail start-up looks to scale its app-led coffee model following pilot trials in London.
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