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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Start-up spotlight: Apex Order Pickup Solutions
Smart food lockers: A technology transforming the order pickup experience for both operators and customers. Refreshment spoke with Kent Savage, founder and executive chairman of Apex Order Pickup Solutions to find out more.

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.

Start-up spotlight: Kaffe Bueno
Kaffe Bueno transforms spent coffee grounds into ingredients for industries ranging from personal care to nutraceuticals.

Interview: Think:Water presents RO and filtration technologies at Aquatech 2025
At Aquatech Amsterdam 2025, Refreshment spoke with Matteo Bonardello, CEO of Think:Water.

The future of water dispensing: How IoT is transforming the industry
Refreshment spoke to several key players in the water dispensing and filtration sector.

Interview: Key insights from WE's panel discussion
The panelists shared valuable insights into the association’s pivotal role, its impact on members and the future direction for the industry.

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.

Interview: Unlocking the power of AI and workplace tech
Thorsten Jekel sits down with Siân Yates to offer his insights on how AI is transforming the workplace.

Coffee roasting technology: Improving flavour and functionality
Refreshment takes a look at the latest coffee roasting technologies, designed to help improve flavour and functionality.

