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: Open Water
Jess Page shares how Open Water has made waves in reducing plastic pollution and ensuring high-quality products.

Wenlock Spring strengthens sustainability with new environmental initiatives
Wenlock Spring is ramping up its sustainability efforts, outlining plans to cut carbon emissions and boost renewable energy usage.

Coca-Cola may shift to more plastic bottles in US as Trump tariffs threaten aluminium costs
Coca-Cola said it may have to increase its reliance on plastic bottles in the US.

Global coffee industry commits $10m to strengthen breeding and seed programmes
WCR has announced a renewed $10m commitment from the global coffee industry to strengthen its coffee breeding and seed programmes.

Britvic invests over £1m in energy-efficient upgrades at Rugby factory
Britvic is investing £1.15 million in its Rugby, Warwickshire, factory to reduce carbon emissions and save energy.

Reverse vending: Driving a greener future
Refreshment takes a look at the possibilities RVMs offer for improving sustainable practices and the barriers to their implementation.

Kiosques à Eau launches cashless water dispensing kiosk in France
Kiosques à Eau has unveiled its first cashless water dispensing kiosk, with a Nayax terminal, in collab with Blupura France and Air Liquide

Opinion: The importance of sustainability in foodservice
Nestlé Professional and Worldchefs share their insights on how the industry can navigate challenges of delivering eco-friendly meals.

NMWE enhances environmental commitments under updated EU Code of Conduct
NMWE has announced enhanced actions to strengthen sustainability efforts under the EU Code of Conduct.

