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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Sodexo to open nearly 100 unattended c-stores across US college campuses by 2026
Sodexo has announced plans to open nearly 100 'Food Hive' micro markets across US college campuses by 2026.
Husky Intelligent Fridges acquires Selfly Store from Stora Enso
Husky Intelligent Fridges, an European provider of connected commercial refrigeration, has announced the acquisition of Selfly Store.
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.
Part two: The top new launches of 2024, according to Refreshment
Here's a look at the top launches that caught our readers' attention in 2024...
Part one: The top new launches of 2024, according to Refreshment
Here's a look at the top launches that caught our readers' attention in 2024...
LBX Food Robotics launches Bake Xpress hot food kiosks at Birmingham airport
LBX Food Robotics has deployed its Bake Xpress hot food kiosks with partner Nancy Harkey Enterprises across Birmingham, UK.
Iceland Foods unveils 'world's first' mince pie vending machine
Iceland Foods has unveiled the 'world’s first' mince pie vending machine in Liverpool, UK, installed outside its store in Williamson Square.
AVA warns government of £39m impact from budget adjustments on vending sector
AVA issued a warning to the government over the potential impact of recent budget changes on SMEs within the vending sector.
Kiosques à Eau launches cashless water dispensing kiosk in France
Kiosques à Eau has unveiled its first cashless water dispensing kiosk, with a Nayax terminal, in collab with Blupura France and Air Liquide
Welsh government withdraws from UK-wide Deposit Return Scheme
The Welsh government has announced its decision to withdraw from the proposed UK-wide Deposit Return Scheme (DRS).