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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Air Up appoints Cristina Kenz as CEO to drive global retail growth
Air Up has appointed Cristina Kenz as chief executive officer as the scent-based hydration brand looks to expand its global retail presence and and strengthen its direct-to-consumer business.
Mistral Constructeur launches updated Evopure water cooler after 20 years
French water cooler manufacturer Mistral Constructeur has unveiled a redesigned version of its flagship Evopure commercial water cooler, marking 20 years since the original model was first introduced.
Harrogate Spring Water expansion plans blocked
Plans by Harrogate Spring Water to expand its bottling facility have been blocked by the local council, marking a setback for the company’s proposed development.
Sidel unveils lightweight returnable PET bottle for still water
Sidel has introduced a new returnable PET bottle designed specifically for the still water category, as beverage producers and retailers seek solutions that reduce waste and support circularity.
Harrogate Spring Water defends woodland expansion plans ahead of final council decision
Harrogate Spring Water has defended its proposed factory expansion plans, as a final decision from North Yorkshire councillors is expected today.
Holy introduces adjustable flavour bottle for personalised soft drinks
Berlin-based soft drinks brand Holy has launched an adjustable flavour system, introducing a new 'Syrup Bottle' designed to let consumers control drink intensity at the point of consumption.
Constellation Brands to take full ownership of non-alcoholic brand HopWtr
Constellation Brands has agreed to acquire the remaining stake in non-alcoholic beverage brand HopWr for an undisclosed sum.
Nestlé advances water unit stake sale as private equity bidders progress – FT reports
Nestlé’s planned sale of a stake in its water division has moved into the next phase, with several private equity firms advancing in the bidding process, according to a report by the Financial Times.
Start-up spotlight: Elder Water
FoodBev speaks to James Gould-Porter, founder of Elder Water, a new British spring water brand that uses a closed-loop glass bottle system to help hospitality operators reduce single-use packaging.
Elder Water launches refillable glass bottle system for hospitality
Elder Water, a new British spring water brand, has launched a closed-loop glass bottle system aimed at helping hospitality operators reduce single-use packaging.
Prime Drink Group appoints Germain Turpin as interim CEO
Prime Drink Group has appointed Germain Turpin as interim president and chief executive officer.
Rethinking the 'mature' water dispense market
Akos Petri, managing director of Zenith Global Commercial, explains how operators that focus on strengthening their core business, creating more value from existing customers and expanding into higher-growth segments are the ones outperforming the market.
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