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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Rethinking the 'mature' water dispense market
Akos Petri, managing director of Zenith Global Commercial, explains how operators that focus on strengthening their core business, creating more value from existing customers and expanding into higher-growth segments are the ones outperforming the market.

Glacier Fresh launches Coolon countertop cold water dispenser
Glacier Fresh, a home water filtration brand, has launched Coolon, a countertop cold water dispenser that provides instant filtered drinking water without plumbing or professional installation.

Aquablu launches personalised hydration system Aquablu Bold
Dutch scale-up Aquablu has launched Aquablu Bold, a new connected, stand-alone water dispenser designed to deliver personalised flavoured and functional hydration.

Ecozy launches smart ice and water dispenser with app and voice control
Home appliance brand Ecozy has released what it calls the world’s first smart ice and water dispenser, combining touch-free dispensing with app and voice control features.

Touch-free dispensing: How watercoolers are going high-tech
Refreshment magazine editor Bryony Andrews spoke to some successful forerunners of touch-free service in high-traffic areas.

Event review: WHA Conference and Trade Show 2025
The UK Water Dispenser & Hydration Association (WHA) Conference and Trade Show took place in Nottingham, UK, on Thursday 20 March 2025.

March 2025: Key updates from the vending, coffee and water sectors
Refreshment brings you the latest updates from our member associations in the vending, coffee and water sectors.

Blupura unveils exciting innovations at Aquatech 2025
With a focus on innovation and sustainability, Blupura is excited to introduce several new products at Aquatech 2025.

Leading the future of hydration: WHA bi-annual event 2025
We are excited to announce the Water Dispenser & Hydration Association (WHA) bi-annual event.
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