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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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.

Quench rebrands to strengthen workplace water solutions
Quench has officially rebranded as Culligan Quench, reflecting its integration into the Culligan family over the past five years.

Britvic introduces ‘world’s first’ integrated tap system for offices
Britvic has unveiled what it claims is the 'world's first' fully integrated tap system – the Aqua Libra Flavour Tap Nano – for offices.

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
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