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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Volvic enters functional hydration with Vitamin+ launch in UK and Ireland
Volvic is launching a new functional water range, Volvic Vitamin+, marking its entry into the functional hydration segment in the UK and Ireland.

Kettle expands into tortilla chips with new launch
Valeo Foods UK’s Kettle Chips brand has expanded into the tortilla category with the launch of Kettle Tortillas in the UK.

Starbucks rolls out bakery range across UK following trial
Starbucks UK has rolled out its Signature Bakery Collection nationwide after a trial in selected stores delivered strong customer response and sales.

SodaStream expands UK range with four new flavours
SodaStream has expanded its UK flavour portfolio with the launch of four new variants, as the brand looks to strengthen its presence in the growing soft drinks category.

PepsiCo invests £3.6m in rooftop solar at UK site
PepsiCo UK is investing £3.6 million to install a rooftop solar power system at its Southern Region Distribution Centre (SRDC) in Leicester, UK.

Popeyes UK to launch first Irish restaurant in Dublin
Popeyes UK has secured a master franchise development agreement to operate the Popeyes brand in the Republic of Ireland, with the first site scheduled to open at Blanchardstown Centre in Dublin this spring.

Illy launches self-service ‘on-the-go’ coffee bars in the UK
Italy’s premium coffee brand, Illy, is rolling out its new self-service concept – Illy On The Go – targeting retail, foodservice, leisure, education and convenience sectors amid rising demand for automated coffee formats.

Lola’s to open first Northern UK store at Trafford Centre
Lola’s, a London-founded bakery brand known for handmade cakes and cupcakes, will open its first Northern UK location later this month at Trafford Centre in Manchester.

Nestlé UK & Ireland announces leadership changes
Nestlé UK & Ireland has announced three senior leadership appointments spanning its coffee, manufacturing and foodservice operations.
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