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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NAMA opens speaker submissions for 2027 show
The National Automatic Merchandising Association (NAMA) has opened speaker submissions for The NAMA Show 2027, which will take place from 5-7 May in New Orleans, US.
NMWE report highlights €60bn contribution of European bottled water sector
Natural Mineral Waters Europe (NMWE) has published its Industry Report 2026, outlining the economic and environmental performance of Europe’s natural mineral and spring water sector.
NAMA opens nominations for 2026 Coffee Legend award
The National Automatic Merchandising Association (NAMA) has opened nominations for its 2026 Coffee Legend of the Year Award, which recognises long-standing leadership within the coffee services sector.
NAMA appoints Nestlé Professional Solutions executive Michael Schwartz as board chair
The National Automatic Merchandising Association (NAMA) has appointed Michael Schwartz as chair of its board of directors for 2026-27.
NMWE re-elects Alessandro Pasquale as president
Natural Mineral Waters Europe (NMWE) has re-elected Alessandro Pasquale as president for a third consecutive term.
EVA unveils SmartLink interoperability standard for unattended retail sector
The European Vending & Coffee Service Association (EVA) has officially introduced its new SmartLink specification to the wider industry, presenting the interoperability framework during Venditalia last month.
UK vending and automated retail sector surpasses £3.78bn in 2025
The UK’s vending, coffee services and automated retail sector generated £3.78 billion in revenue in 2025, marking a 3.3% increase year-on-year and placing the industry 5% above pre-pandemic 2019 levels, according to the latest Census & Market Report from the AVA.
2026 outlook: How the vending and water sectors are shaping a smarter, more sustainable future
Representatives from the Automatic Vending Association (AVA), the European Vending & Coffee Service Association (EVA), the Water Dispenser & Hydration Association (WHA) and Zenith Global offer their insights into how technology, consumer behaviour and legislation will shape the future of automated retail and hydration.
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