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Frigoglass becomes newest member of EVA
Frigoglass Group, a producer of commercial coolers and glass packaging solutions, has joined the EVA as a supportive member.
Leading the future of hydration: WHA bi-annual event 2025
We are excited to announce the Water Dispenser & Hydration Association (WHA) bi-annual event.
WHA 2025 to take place in Nottingham, UK
WHA has announced that its 2025 WHA conference, trade show and industry dinner will be held on Thursday, 20 March.
WE 2025 heads to Milan with focus on AI and sustainability
The Watercoolers Europe (WE) Conference & Fair 2025 is set to take place in Milan on 6-7 November 2025.
AVA warns government of £39m impact from budget adjustments on vending sector
AVA issued a warning to the government over the potential impact of recent budget changes on SMEs within the vending sector.
EVEX 2025 to take place in Split, Croatia
The European Vending & Coffee Service Association (EVA) has announced that its annual European Vending Experience (EVEX) will take place...
Daniel Kelly inducted into IBWA Hall of Fame for sustainable packaging contributions
Daniel Kelly, founder and CEO of Polymer Solutions, has been inducted into the International Bottled Water Association Hall of Fame.
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
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.
New EVA board member elected at Le Forum-EVEX in Cannes
Le Forum-EVEX 2024, held from 16-18 October in Cannes, France, attracted over 500 participants from 26 countries.
Opinion: UK vending industry – Evolving to meet B2B demands in food and beverage
David Llewellyn, CEO of AVA, provides further insights into the on-going transformation within the industry.

