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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Xylem highlights the role of DAF in food and beverage wastewater treatment
Xylem’s DAF systems remove solids, oils and FOG from food amd beverage wastewater. Mohamed Sameh discusses its role in managing seasonal loads at Drinktec 2025.
Navigating water challenges in food and beverage
Join us for an exclusive free webinar where Xylem’s water treatment experts will explore the key water-related challenges facing the food industry today and offer practical solutions using Dissolved Air Flotation technology.
ChaiTea: Blending wellness, innovation and Gen Z culture in the functional iced tea market
ChaiTea is the latest venture from entrepreneurs Michał Czerwiński and Artur Gajewski, whose track record includes building two of Poland’s fastest-growing health food brands.
Podcast: Redefining unattended retail with PicoCooler Vision
Adam Stockwell, vice president of sales (UK) for 365 Retail Markets, explains how the PicoCooler Vision is bridging the gap between traditional vending and modern retail expectations.
HRC announces bold new evolution for 2026
HRC, the trade event for hospitality and foodservice professionals, has unveiled a significant new direction for its 2026 edition, promising a completely transformed experience when it returns to ExCeL London from 30 March to 1 April.
Watercoolers Europe 2025: Innovation, insight and recognition in Milan
The Watercoolers Europe 2025 Conference & Trade Fair returns on 6-7 November 2025, bringing together the watercooler industry’s leading voices for two days of knowledge-sharing, networking and celebration.
Interview: How Dissolved Air Flotation is shaping modern water treatment
To learn more about DAF’s role in modern treatment strategies, FoodBev spoke to Kenda Al Shamas, product manager for wastewater treatment in Iberia at Xylem, about where it fits into today’s water treatment landscape and the key trends shaping its development.
Taking the complexity out of foodservice with smart technology
365 Retail Markets offers two solutions tailored to meet the needs of foodservice operators: the 365 Catering Software and the 365 Kitchen Management System.
How smart stores make convenience simple
When customers need a quick snack, drink or essential item, smart stores like 365 Retail Markets' Stockwell and PicoCooler Vision provide fast, reliable, self-service retail.
Interview: Think:Water presents RO and filtration technologies at Aquatech 2025
At Aquatech Amsterdam 2025, Refreshment spoke with Matteo Bonardello, CEO of Think:Water.
Blupura unveils exciting innovations at Aquatech 2025
With a focus on innovation and sustainability, Blupura is excited to introduce several new products at Aquatech 2025.
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