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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FEM launches new ice machine filtration systems from Pentair Everpure
FEM has introduced two new ice machine water filtration systems, aimed at improving ice quality and protecting commercial equipment.
Opinion: How evolving use cases and service models are reshaping the dispenser landscape
Driven by shifts in consumer expectations, sustainability pressures and service-led business models, dispenser design is evolving from basic equipment to integrated solutions that deliver performance, flexibility and experience.
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.
June 2025: Key updates from the vending, coffee and water sectors
Refreshment brings you monthly updates on the latest news and insights from our member associations in the vending, coffee and water sectors.
Filtering the future: Tackling water quality with smart filtration solutions
Experts from across the water filtration industry share insights on tackling contaminants like PFAS and limescale, and explain how the right system can boost water’s taste, safety and overall quality.
Scottish Water’s Top Up Taps save 15 million plastic bottles
Scottish Water’s Top Up Tap initiative has saved the equivalent of 15 million single-use 330ml plastic bottles.
March 2025: Key updates from the vending, coffee and water sectors
Refreshment brings you the latest updates from our member associations in the vending, coffee and water sectors.
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.
Hydrofast launches countertop RO water filters
Hydrofast, a water purification brand, is launching its first US products: the B100 and C100 countertop reverse osmosis (RO) water filters.
Leading the future of hydration: WHA bi-annual event 2025
We are excited to announce the Water Dispenser & Hydration Association (WHA) bi-annual event.
Nayax and Seco unveil smart payment-enabled solutions for OEMs
Nayax and Seco have announced a strategic partnership aimed at embedding Nayax’s payment platform into Seco’s Internet of Things devices.
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