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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Europe
Crane Convenience launches next-generation coffee machine range in UK and Europe
Crane Convenience has launched a new range of coffee machines in the UK and Europe, featuring updated digital interfaces, connectivity and fleet management capabilities.
Coffee sector supports 3.8m jobs across EU27, ECF report finds
A new report from the European Coffee Federation (ECF) has highlighted the economic role of coffee across Europe and its links with producing countries.
Six Continents Index ranks Europe highest in global energy drink assessment
Six Continents Index has released what it describes as the first global comparative assessment of energy drinks across all six inhabited continents.
European water dispensers surge in value as market shifts beyond basics
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.
EU proposes ‘simplifications’ to EUDR, December 2025 deadline to go ahead for ‘large and medium’ companies
The European Commission has proposed ‘targeted simplifications’ that aim to ensure the smooth implementation of the upcoming EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR).
Portugal to launch deposit return scheme in 2026
Portugal will introduce its national deposit return scheme (DRS) for single-use beverage packaging in 2026.
Europe leads Costa Rican coffee exports for the first time, surpassing the US
Costa Rica exported more coffee to Europe than to the United States for the first time in 2024.
Interview: Richard Hall on key trends in the European water dispenser market
In this interview, Richard Hall, chairman of Zenith Global, speaks with Siân Yates about the latest European water dispenser market.
Watercoolers Europe 2024: Shaping the future of the watercooler industry
WE was established in 1993, originally known as European Bottled Watercooler Association. Now, the event is preparing for its 2024 edition.
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