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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PE firms consider €5bn bid for Nestlé water business
Private equity (PE) firms PAI Partners and Bain Capital are reportedly among buyout firms considering bids for Nestlé's water business.

Five Star expands reach with Wilmore Snack Sales acquisition
Five Star Breaktime Solutions has acquired the Canteen Vending Services franchise of Wilmore Snack Sales.

Prosus to acquire Just Eat in €4.3bn deal
Prosus, a global investment group, has reached a conditional agreement to acquire Just Eat Takeaway in an all-cash deal valued at €4.3bn.

Five Star boosts Ohio footprint with KBS Vending acquisition
Five Star Breaktime Solutions has announced the acquisition of KBS Vending for an undisclosed sum.

CCPC greenlights Coca-Cola HBC's acquisition of BDS Vending Solutions
CCPC has approved Coca-Cola HBC Northern Ireland's acquisition of BDS Vending Solutions.

Artigiano acquires organic coffee roaster Salt Spring Coffee
Artigiano has announced the acquisition of Salt Spring Coffee, a pioneer in organic and fair-trade coffee roasting.

Top Refreshment's news stories of 2024
Looking back over the year, here are the top Refreshment stories that captured the most attention from our readers...

CMA approves Carlsberg’s £3.3bn Britvic takeover
The UK’s Competition and Markets Authority has given Carlsberg the green light to proceed with its £3.3bn acquisition of Britvic.

TreeHouse Foods acquires private tea company for $205m
TreeHouse Foods has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Harris Freeman's private brand tea business for $205 million.
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