Dutch scale-up Aquablu has launched Aquablu Bold, a new connected, stand-alone water dispenser designed to deliver personalised flavoured and functional hydration.

A company spokesperson told Refreshment that the latest round raised $11 million in total, with McMillan, Williams and Grant contributing alongside other investors. Individual investment amounts were not disclosed.

Akos Petri, managing director of Zenith Global Commercial, explores how challenger brands, functional hydration and strong digital reputation strategies are shaping the industry’s future.

A new bottled water brand, Loonen, launched this week in select California retailers and on Amazon, following a $6 million funding round led by Brand Foundry Ventures.

Kurita, a global leader in water and process technologies and services, offers a comprehensive portfolio designed specifically to address the complex water and process challenges faced by the food and beverage (F&B) industry.

Refreshment brings you monthly updates on the latest news and insights from some of our member associations in the vending, coffee and water sectors.

Re:Water has agreed a five-year, eight-figure supply deal with Ball Corporation to support rising demand for its aluminium bottled water.

Refreshment editor Rafaela Sousa takes us through her favourite moments from this year’s dynamic event.

Aquaphor has expanded its UK product line with the launch of Fresh, a new water filter jug designed to offer higher-capacity filtration in a compact format.

FIJI Water has named Alexandre Zigliara as its next president, effective 1 December 2025.

FoodBev Media is delighted to announce the winners of the Global Water Drinks Awards 2025!

Anastasia Chovan, certified water sommelier at Vivreau, explains why water quality deserves equal attention to the coffee bean itself.