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

Nestlé

Nestlé releases two new KitKat Chunky flavours
Nestlé is expanding its KitKat Chunky line in the UK with the introduction of two new limited-edition flavours designed to appeal to evolving consumer tastes in the food and beverage sector.

Nestlé to invest BRL 500m in Brazil’s Nescafé site
Nestlé has announced a BRL 500 million (approx. $88.3 million) investment in Brazil through 2028 to expand its coffee production, grow its fleet of Nestlé Professional machines and accelerate innovation in response to changing consumer habits.

Nestlé strengthens R&D with new biotechnology and deep tech initiatives
Nestlé has announced a strategic overhaul of its R&D operations, focusing on enhancing its capabilities in biotechnology and establishing a pioneering centre for deep tech.

Nestlé appoints Jeff Hamilton as CEO of Zone Americas amid leadership transition
Nestlé has announced the appointment of Jeff Hamilton as chief executive officer of Zone Americas, effective July 1 2025.

Nestlé announces investment to expand coffee factory in Vietnam
Nestlé Vietnam has announced an investment of nearly VND 1,900 billion (approx. $73 million) to expand its Tri An coffee processing factory in Dong Nai province.

Nestlé resumes Nescafé operations in Thailand following court ruling
Nestlé Thai has resumed full operations of its Nescafé brand in Thailand following a ruling by the Thai Central Intellectual Property and International Trade Court on Friday 11 April.

Maison Perrier launches non-alcoholic sparkling range inspired by classic cocktails
Maison Perrier, a brand under Nestlé Waters, has unveiled its first line of cocktail-inspired non-alcoholic sparkling beverages, dubbed Maison Perrier Chic.

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.

Nescafé launches new iced latte range
Nescafé has launched its new iced coffee range, called Nescafé Iced Latte, available for the first time in the ambient coffee aisle.
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