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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Bosqar invests €100m in bakery-café business Mlinar
Croatian investment firm Bosqar has acquired a 67% stake in the bakery-café chain Mlinar for €100 million.
Taco Bell launches new café concept as it looks to 'disrupt the beverage industry'
Taco Bell has launched its first-ever Live Más Café, a new concept developed in collaboration with Diversified Restaurant Group.
Opinion: The importance of sustainability in foodservice
Nestlé Professional and Worldchefs share their insights on how the industry can navigate challenges of delivering eco-friendly meals.
Sodexo to purchase US catering and foodservice business CRH Catering
Sodexo is set to acquire CRH Catering, a convenience solutions provider in the Mid-Atlantic region.
Caffè Nero acquires UK-based 200 Degrees
Caffè Nero has acquired UK-based independent coffee house chain 200 Degrees for an undisclosed amount.
GlobalData says foodservice operators must navigate technology challenges to enhance customer experience
Foodservice operators are turning to technology to streamline operations while maintaining a personal touch, according to GlobalData.
4 Aces launches 'Closing the Loop' initiative to enhance sustainability in foodservice packaging
4 Aces has unveiled its 'Closing the Loop' initiative, aimed at promoting sustainability through recycling and composting partnerships.
Couche-Tard to acquire GetGo convenience stores from Giant Eagle
Alimentation Couche-Tard, a Canadian operator of convenience stores, has announced an agreement to acquire GetGo Café + Market.
Interview: Shaping the future of the global beverage sector
In an interview with Scott Johnson from Enliven, we explored his insights into the rapidly evolving beverage industry.