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.
Research
Coffee & tea

Exclusives
Opinion: How tech-driven strategies can tackle rising hospitality costs
Callum Quirk from Vita Mojo explores how technology can help hospitality businesses navigate these financial pressures.
Event review: WHA Conference and Trade Show 2025
The UK Water Dispenser & Hydration Association (WHA) Conference and Trade Show took place in Nottingham, UK, on Thursday 20 March 2025.
Horeca innovation: How automation is transforming hot beverage service
Bryony Andrews explores how automated beverage machines are transforming Horeca with efficiency, quality and innovation in hot beverages.
Start-up spotlight: Open Water
Jess Page shares how Open Water has made waves in reducing plastic pollution and ensuring high-quality products.
Opinion: How the moderation movement is reshaping hospitality and drinks industries
As demand for no- and low-alcohol drinks grows, premium spring water is emerging as a sophisticated choice for the hospitality industry.
Reverse vending: Driving a greener future
Refreshment takes a look at the possibilities RVMs offer for improving sustainable practices and the barriers to their implementation.
The future of water dispensing: How IoT is transforming the industry
Refreshment spoke to several key players in the water dispensing and filtration sector.
Opinion: How the coffee industry can tackle the challenges of climate change
Ed Hoehn, COO of Atomo Coffee, explains how coffee is following the path of industries like citrus and cocoa.
Opinion: The importance of sustainability in foodservice
Nestlé Professional and Worldchefs share their insights on how the industry can navigate challenges of delivering eco-friendly meals.
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