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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Coca-Cola enters prebiotic soda market with Simply Pop launch
Coca-Cola is set to launch its new prebiotic soda brand: Simply Pop.

Fanta adds new fruity flavours to zero-sugar range
Coca-Cola Europacific Partners (CCEP) has added three new fruity flavours to its Fanta zero-sugar line-up in the UK.

Coca-Cola may shift to more plastic bottles in US as Trump tariffs threaten aluminium costs
Coca-Cola said it may have to increase its reliance on plastic bottles in the US.

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.

Coca-Cola Beverages Africa invests $50m in Namibia facility
Coca-Cola Beverages Africa (CCBA) has invested $50 million in a new bottling line in Namibia, increasing output by 30%.

Coca-Cola revives Barrilitos brand amid demand for cultural heritage beverages
The Coca-Cola Company has announced the relaunch of Barrilitos, a traditional Mexican soft drink brand with roots dating back to 1938.

Swire Coca-Cola appoints Kendell as CEO, Hempstead as CFO
Swire Coca-Cola USA has appointed Andrea Kendell as president and chief executive officer.

Coca-Cola and Bacardi partner on RTD cocktail
The Coca-Cola Company and Bacardi have partnered to launch Bacardí rum and Coca-Cola as a ready-to-drink (RTD) cocktail.

Collaboration is king: The rise of food and beverage brand fusions
As brands seek to capture new markets, we are witnessing a growing trend of hybrid products that blend both food and drink.

