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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Research
Coffee & tea
Opinion
Opinion: From plastic waste to water conservation – A guide to sustainable business practices
Daniel Marquiss, VP of service at Vivreau, explores how simple measures in water management can deliver both environmental and financial benefits.
Opinion: Will vending revolutionise hospitality and nightlife?
Vending machines blend convenience with novelty, making drink orders both fun and efficient. David Llewellyn, CEO of the Vending & Automated Retail Association, discusses how this is reshaping hospitality.
Opinion: Inside the matcha surge – health, hype and a changing drinks market
Ryan Moore, co-founder of UK-based speciality drinks brand Blendsmiths, explores how a mix of health benefits, consumer demand for functional ingredients and social media-fuelled visibility is driving matcha’s global rise.
Opinion: How evolving use cases and service models are reshaping the dispenser landscape
Driven by shifts in consumer expectations, sustainability pressures and service-led business models, dispenser design is evolving from basic equipment to integrated solutions that deliver performance, flexibility and experience.
Opinion: From cash to contactless – why frictionless payments are key to F&B success
Michael Ault, UK country manager at myPOS, explores how payment technologies are reshaping the industry and why embracing these tools is now essential for staying competitive in a rapidly evolving market.
Opinion: Why inventory visibility holds the key to European supermarket success
Michel Spruijt, president of Brain Corp, discusses how technologies are helping retailers improve inventory accuracy.
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.
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.
Opinion: How vending businesses can thrive in the UK leisure sector
Kelly Poon, founder of Panda Fluff, a UK-based candy floss vending machine manufacturer, highlights the key trends shaping the industry.
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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