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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Opinion: How tech-driven strategies can tackle rising hospitality costs
Callum Quirk from Vita Mojo explores how technology can help hospitality businesses navigate these financial pressures.

Sodexo targets 50% food waste reduction by August 2025
Sodexo UK & Ireland has announced that it is on track to meet its food waste reduction goal of 50% by 2025.

Horeca innovation: How automation is transforming hot beverage service
Bryony Andrews explores how automated beverage machines are transforming Horeca with efficiency, quality and innovation in hot beverages.

Odeko secures $126m in Series E Funding to empower local coffee shops and food businesses
The round includes $96 million in equity led by B Capital and a $30 million credit facility from Banc of California.

Just Salad secures $200m investment to fuel expansion
Fast-casual dining chain Just Salad has secured $200 million in investment from a group led by Wellington Management.

Pret A Manger keeps Club Pret at £5 after backlash over price increase
Pret A Manger has scraped plans to double the price of its coffee subscription service in the UK.

Glasgow launches UK's first returnable cup scheme
The UK’s first multi-brand returnable cup initiative has launched in Glasgow.

Bosqar invests €100m in bakery-café business Mlinar
Croatian investment firm Bosqar has acquired a 67% stake in the bakery-café chain Mlinar for €100 million.

Taco Bell launches new café concept as it looks to 'disrupt the beverage industry'
Taco Bell has launched its first-ever Live Más Café, a new concept developed in collaboration with Diversified Restaurant Group.

