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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Zebra Technologies to acquire Elo Touch Solutions in $1.3bn deal
Zebra Technologies has agreed to acquire Elo Touch Solutions for $1.3 billion in cash, in a move that is said to expand its presence in self-service and consumer-facing technologies across multiple industries.
Thermoplan acquires coffee roasting start-up Mikafi
Swiss coffee equipment manufacturer Thermoplan has acquired Mikafi, a start-up developing compact tabletop coffee roasters for on-site use in cafés.
NACS appoints Frank Gleeson as new president and CEO
The National Association of Convenience Stores (NACS) has named Frank Gleeson as its next president and CEO, effective 1 January 2026.
VenHub opens new autonomous smart store in California
VenHub Global, a company specialising in AI-powered autonomous retail, has announced the installation of a new smart store in California, US.
Boost raises €16m in Series B to expand unattended retail tech globally
Boost has secured €16 million in Series B funding to support its international expansion and product development in the unattended retail sector.
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.
Odeko secures $126m in Series E Funding to empower local coffee shops and food businesses
The round includes $96 million in equity led by B Capital and a $30 million credit facility from Banc of California.
Asda trials automated free sample vending machine at Pilsworth store
Asda has introduced its first automated free sample vending machine at its Pilsworth store in Bury, UK.
Cantaloupe launches 24/7 smart stores to address retail challenges
Cantaloupe has introduced its new smart store technology, called Smart Store Series.
365 Retail Markets appoints new leadership amid executive retirements
365 Retail Markets has appointed Anton Rakushkin as chief technology officer and Bill Reidy as VP of sales for North America.
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