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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Catering
Sodexo to purchase US catering and foodservice business CRH Catering
Sodexo is set to acquire CRH Catering, a convenience solutions provider in the Mid-Atlantic region.
World Catering Technology Awards 2025: Dates announced
The World Catering Technology Awards celebrate cutting-edge advancements that reshape the dining experience.
Opinion: Which flavour trends are driving traffic among Gen Z consumers?
In the dynamic flavour market, Gen Z emerges as a powerful force reshaping the food and beverage landscape. Operators and suppliers must...
Worldline and Tabesto partner to introduce all-in-one ordering and payment kiosk
French payment service Worldline has partnered with Tabesto to introduce what they claim is the first all-in-one ordering and payment...
World Catering Technology Awards: Judges announced
We are thrilled to announce our panel of judges for the first World Catering Technology Awards, celebrating the brilliance and innovation...
Fisher & Paykel introduces new triple zone cooling technology
Fisher & Paykel has announced the introduction of its new cooling appliance, the Integrated Triple Zone Refrigerator. The Integrated...
Vollrath introduces touchless, self-serve salad bar
The Vollrath Company has introduced the SerVue, a touchless, refrigerated, self-serve salad bar. SerVue uses sensors to automatically...
Deliverect expands digital food ordering solutions with ChatFood acquisition
Food tech scale-up Deliverect has acquired Dubai-based mobile ordering and marketing solutions provider for hospitality brands, ChatFood....
Aramark launches AI-powered store in Scotland
Foodservice and facility provider Aramark has launched what it claims to be the “first” AI-powered ‘Quick Eats’ store in Scotland. ‘Quick...
365 Retail Markets acquires UK food-tech company Kafoodle
365 Retail Markets has acquired UK-based food technology company Kafoodle for an undisclosed sum. Kafoodle specialises in menu and...
Middleby Corporation buys Marco Beverage Systems
Middleby Corporation has announced the acquisition of Marco Beverage Systems, a beverage dispensing solutions manufacturer, for an...
