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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Dispensers for compact spaces – part 1
Refreshment asked a number of experts in the water filtration and dispensing sector to share their insights on the pros and cons of compact watercoolers.
Aqua-Pure water filtration helps restaurants maximise filtration performance while saving valuable space
Smaller equipment helps teams get more value from their footprint. But when it comes to water filtration, does a smaller footprint require compromises in design or filtration performance?
NMWE joins EU Water Resilience Stakeholder Platform
Natural Mineral Waters Europe (NMWE) has been selected by the European Commission to join its Water Resilience Stakeholder Platform, representing the natural mineral and spring water sector in discussions on water management and resilience across the EU.
Global water drinks leaders head to Barcelona
With a market value fast approaching $500 billion, business leaders will be looking to build future growth at the 23rd annual Global Water Drinks Congress on 3-5 November in Barcelona.
Phizz expands Daily Immune+ range with new Strawberry flavour
Phizz is expanding its Daily Immune+ range with a new Strawberry flavour as the hydration brand looks to drive consumption beyond the category’s traditional summer peak.
Charoen Pokphand Foods to acquire 51% stake in Thai bottled water producer Brew Factory
Charoen Pokphand Foods (CPF) has announced plans to acquire a 51% stake in Thailand-based bottled water manufacturer Brew Factory in a deal worth THB 334.7 million (approx. $10.1 million).
Blupura brings professional water dispensing expertise to the home with WaveHome
Building on more than 18 years of experience in the professional water dispensing industry, Blupura has developed WaveHome, its first water system designed specifically for the residential market.
Thomas Conquet appointed managing director of Nestlé Waters and Premium Beverages UK
Nestlé has appointed Thomas Conquet as managing director of its Waters and Premium Beverages business in the UK.
Europe’s water dispenser base surpasses 6.6 million units, report finds
Europe’s installed base of water dispensers exceeded 6.6 million units in 2025, increasing by around 2% year on year, according to new data from Zenith Global Commercial.
A1R Water completes SPAC merger and secures $96m to expand production
Atmospheric water generation company A1R Water has completed its merger with Inflection Point Acquisition Corp III, paving the way for its Nasdaq debut.
Start-up spotlight: Dava Water
In this instalment of ‘Start-up spotlight,’ we speak to Dava Water, a brand offering still and sparkling canned water designed for social occasions including clubs, parties and events. Founder Chidi Ajaero tells us more.
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