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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InstaChef Pro unveils 'full-stack' AI-powered kitchen
InstaChef Pro has launched Singapore’s first full-stack AI food solution, the K Series, at the FHA-Food & Beverage 2025 event, held in April.

Coca-Cola Southwest Beverages and DFW Airport roll out smart recycling bins
Coca-Cola Southwest Beverages and Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) have installed four AI-powered recycling bins to improve waste management and sustainability at the airport.

AI in vending: Powering a smarter retail experience
Refreshment spoke to Aslak de Silva, CEO of Selfly Store, about the role of artificial intelligence (AI) in the vending industry.

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.

Popeyes becomes first fast food chain to implement AI drive-thrus in UK
US fried chicken chain Popeyes is bringing AI to its drive-thru operations in the UK, becoming the first QSR brand in to do so.

