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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WaterEquity secures over $100m for climate-resilient water infrastructure fund
WaterEquity, an asset manager focused on financing water and sanitation solutions in emerging markets, has raised over $100 million.
Twinings launches RTD sparkling tea line to meet demand for healthy beverages
Twinings has launched a new line of ready-to-drink sparkling teas, aimed at meeting the increasing consumer interest in functional...
Research: Consumers thirst for healthy beverage alternatives as alcohol intake declines
Consumers across Europe are shifting their beverage preferences, turning away from traditional alcoholic drinks and towards a diverse...
In review: WQA Convention & Exposition 2024
This year, the WQA Convention & Exposition celebrated its 50th anniversary as a trade association. Attendees were treated to a...
Tropicana introduces new juice ranges to ambient portfolio
Juice brand Tropicana is launching two new products in the ambient category. These additions come on the heels of the brand’s foray into...
Opinion: Unrestricted thinking for restricted categories
Scott Mason, head of strategy at brand design agency Stormbrands, looks at how food and beverage brands can make their products succeed...
New functional soda enters the UK market
A new functional soda brand, Fibe, has launched into the UK market, designed primarily to support digestive health with added prebiotic...