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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Sustainable water company BE WTR opens circular bottling plant in Paris
BE WTR, a sustainable water company known for its premium offerings, has opened a fully automated circular bottling plant in Clichy, Paris.
Nestlé Waters settles legal issues over illegal water practices in France
Nestlé Waters has agreed to pay a €2m fine following a settlement regarding illegal water drilling and treatment practices in France.
Oasis International unveils new outdoor hydration solutions
Oasis International is expanding its outdoor product line with the introduction of new, sustainable hydration solutions.
Iceland Foods introduces new line of energy water
UK supermarket chain Iceland Foods has introduced Power Water, a new line of energy water designed to boost hydration and concentration.
Flow Beverage debuts sparkling water line
Flow Beverage Corp has announced the introduction of a new line of mineral spring sparkling water.
Luscombe Drinks launches new water range: ‘Dartmoor Spring’
UK-based premium soft drinks provider, Luscombe Drinks, has announced the launch of its new bottled water brand, 'Dartmoor Spring'.
Supreme expands beverage footprint with £15m acquisition of Clearly Drinks
Supreme has acquired Clearly Drinks, a manufacturer of canned and bottled spring water and soft drinks, in a £15 million deal.
Perfectly Clear launches range of sugar-free children’s drinks
Natural fruit-flavoured spring water brand, Perfectly Clear, has introduced Dino Water – a new range of sugar-free children’s drinks....
Opinion: The rise of the reusable water bottle
In recent years, we have witnessed remarkable growth in the water bottle industry, with reusable water bottles evolving from simple...
Nestlé cuts 171 jobs at bottled-water facility in France
Nestlé Waters has announced that it is cutting 171 jobs at its Vosges facility in eastern France, as it looks to scale back production at...
Research: 2024 sees continued increase in plastic waste
New research has found that a staggering 220 million tonnes of plastic waste is set to be generated in 2024, marking a 7.11% increase...
