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Coca-Cola unveils new beverage dispensing platforms focused on speed, data and foodservice flexibility. - Content Director Published: Jun 2 2026 The Coca-Cola Company has unveiled the next generation of its beverage dispensing equipment, introducing a range of connected and modular solutions designed to help foodservice operators respond more quickly to changing consumer preferences. Connected dispensing technology targets faster innovation. Its latest dispensing strategy combines real-time consumer data, new equipment formats and updated user interfaces to accelerate beverage innovation and improve the customer experience across restaurants, cafés, bars and other foodservice venues. Central to the development is Coca-Cola Freestyle, which the company says can now use live consumption data to help bring new beverages from concept to market in as little as 90 days. Freestyle data accelerates new drink development. While Coca-Cola Freestyle originally gained attention for offering consumers a wide range of beverage combinations from a single machine, the platform has evolved into a significant source of consumer preference data. Data collected from Freestyle dispensers provides insight into purchasing behaviour across tens of thousands of locations, enabling faster product development than traditional beverage innovation cycles. Coca-Cola said insights generated through the platform can lead to market-ready beverages in as few as 90 days, compared with a traditional development process that can take up to 18 months. Recent examples include Fanta Crimson Sour Cherry at White Castle and Sprite Loco Lime at Wingstop, both of which were developed and launched in less than three months. "With live data from roughly 11 million servings per day, Coca-Cola Freestyle is the largest, live consumer taste test in the world," said Megan Tallman, Vice President, Foodservice Innovation and Equipment, North America Operating Unit, The Coca-Cola Company. "No other company has the real-time insight into exactly what consumers are choosing nor the ability to use that same equipment to then craft and launch new drinks based on the trends we see emerging." New equipment designed for multiple foodservice formats. The company is also expanding its dispensing portfolio to support a broader range of foodservice environments. Coca-Cola announced the launch of Freestyle Mini in the United States following its initial rollout in Europe. The compact format is designed for venues with limited space, including bars, cafés and smaller hospitality locations. The company has also developed a new non-alcoholic mixology dispenser in partnership with Micro Matic. The system is intended to provide operators with greater flexibility in creating customised beverage offerings and these additions are designed to help operators deliver differentiated beverage experiences while adapting to the specific requirements of different venue formats. User interface update highlights limited-time beverage offers. As part of the Freestyle platform update, Coca-Cola is introducing a new user interface called Equinox, scheduled to launch in the United States on 23 June. The updated interface is designed to place greater emphasis on unique and limited-time beverage offerings, helping operators showcase new drinks and seasonal menu innovations more prominently. The company said the enhancement supports its broader strategy of using consumer insights to bring new beverage concepts to market more quickly. Global design strategy unifies dispensing portfolio. Alongside the equipment and software updates, Coca-Cola is introducing Hydrous, a new visual design language that will be applied across its global dispensing equipment portfolio. The initiative is intended to create a consistent look and feel across Coca-Cola dispensers worldwide while supporting the rollout of future technologies and connected equipment platforms. Data and connectivity drive future Foodservice Innovation. "We're evolving our dispense equipment into a connected, intelligent platform where every pour strengthens our understanding of consumers and every unit becomes part of a global network," said Gigy Philip, Vice President, Global Equipment Platforms, The Coca-Cola Company. "At scale, that's what allows us to move faster, differentiate our system, and deliver more relevant experiences at the point of pour." According to the company, this connected infrastructure is forming the foundation for a new generation of beverage dispensing equipment designed to respond more rapidly to consumer demand and deliver greater flexibility for foodservice operators. This article was produced by the editorial team at North America Outlook and published as part of the Outlook Publishing global network of B2B industry magazines. Outlook Publishing delivers industry insights, company stories, and sector coverage across manufacturing, mining, construction, healthcare, supply chains, food production, and sustainability. North America Outlook provides ongoing coverage of organisations and developments shaping industries across North America.

The Coca-Cola Company continues decades-long partnership with MEAC as Legacy Sponsor of inaugural Sneaker Ball. About The MEAC | 5/21/2026 2:07:24 PM NORFOLK, Va. - The MEAC Foundation is proud to announce longtime corporate partner The Coca-Cola Company as the Legacy Sponsor of the inaugural MEAC Foundation Sneaker Ball, to be held Friday, May 22, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. at The Westin Virginia Beach Town Center. Supporters of HBCU excellence are cordially invited to attend this distinguished evening of recognition and celebration. Nationally recognized journalist Steve Wyche will serve as host for the evening, with Grammy-nominated recording artist Montell Jordan featured as the headline performer. "I am profoundly grateful to have The Coca-Cola Company serve as the Legacy Sponsor for the Sneaker Ball. For the vast majority of the MEAC's existence, The Coca-Cola Company has stood alongside the Conference as a steadfast and generous partner, championing not only our member institutions but the broader mission of HBCUs across the nation. Their unwavering support across the decades is a true reflection of shared values, and we are deeply honored to continue this remarkable partnership," said Sonja Stills, Commissioner of the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference. During the program, the MEAC Foundation will present the prestigious Talmadge Layman Hill Men's All-Sports Award and the Mary McLeod Bethune Women's All-Sports Award to the conference's top-performing men's and women's athletic programs and will recognize institutions earning the Highest Graduation Success Rate and Academic Performance Rate honors. The Foundation will also honor five distinguished women as "Guardians of the Game" for their leadership and enduring contributions to athletics and student-athletes. "We are proud to support MEAC and the inaugural Sneaker Ball, an event that celebrates not only athletic and academic achievement, but also the leadership and impact of student-athletes. At The Coca-Cola Company, we remain committed to uplifting student voices and investing in their growth and success, " said Felicia Hale, Vice President, System Marketing, Stewardship and Execution?, The Coca-Cola Company. Proceeds from the event will directly benefit the MEAC Foundation and its Elite Eight member institutions, supporting scholarships, leadership development, and resources for the next generation of student-athletes. Attendees are invited to be part of this meaningful occasion in support of HBCU athletic excellence. Ticket Information: Individual Tickets: $300 Table of 8: $2,400 Tickets may be purchased via Eventbrite. For additional information or inquiries please contact: Cesley Tafoya Associate Commissioner for Development & Partnership Strategy Email: [email protected] (for all other donation or business inquiries).

Sweep wins Gold in CSR & Impact at the DAF Awards. * Last updated - May 11, 2026 News announcement Recognition from CFOs and finance leaders at enterprises including Coca-Cola, Forvis Mazars, Sodexo, and others underscores sustainability's place at the heart of financial decision-making, and the value of Sweep's software proposition to financial decision-makers. A jury of CFOs and finance leaders from major organizations including Coca-Cola, Forvis Mazars, Sodexo, and others, has chosen Sweep as the Gold award winner in the CSR & Impact category at the DAF Awards, ahead of fellow finalists Ascend Tech and Aktio. "We're honored by this recognition," said Rachel Delacour, CEO and co-founder of Sweep. "It reflects a shift we see across the market: the recognition that sustainability data has the same strategic importance as financial data. As regulations multiply and expectations rise, companies need reliable, audit-ready data they can use not only for compliance, but also to reduce risk, identify cost savings, and drive measurable business performance across the entire company." The recognition comes as finance teams face mounting pressure from new regulatory requirements. Frameworks including SB 253, CSRD, UK SRS, ISSB, GRI, and CDP are creating new audit costs, reporting obligations, and operational complexity for CFOs managing multi-entity organizations. Sweep embeds regulatory frameworks directly into its SaaS platform, ensuring automated compliance and audit-readiness. The software helps companies centralize sustainability data and connect it to key business decisions including in risk management, emissions reduction planning, and capital allocation. Hundreds of companies across the US, Europe and beyond trust the platform, including L'Oréal, Thales, Accenture, and many others. Independent analysts including Verdantix and IDC have consistently recognized Sweep as a market leader. The DAF Awards are organized by Républik Finance and DFCG Île-de-France. Sweep can help. Sweep makes sustainability work for your business. Not the other way round. Sweep connect all your sustainability data and turn it into business intelligence to help you unlock performance - from compliance and risk reduction, all the way to cost-savings, and market differentiation. With Sweep, you can: * Lower costs through real-time tracking and insights * Strengthen supply chains with end-to-end visibility and engagement * Deliver audit-ready sustainability and climate reporting with confidence * Make sustainability intelligence available to everyone to optimize the business See how Sweep can help you on your sustainability journey