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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Nestlé Waters settles legal issues over illegal water practices in France
Nestlé Waters has agreed to pay a €2m fine following a settlement regarding illegal water drilling and treatment practices in France.
WaterEquity secures over $100m for climate-resilient water infrastructure fund
WaterEquity, an asset manager focused on financing water and sanitation solutions in emerging markets, has raised over $100 million.
MIT researchers develop filtration material to combat water contamination
Researchers at MIT have unveiled a new filtration material that could greatly improve the removal of harmful chemicals from water supplies.
Watercoolers Europe 2024: Shaping the future of the watercooler industry
WE was established in 1993, originally known as European Bottled Watercooler Association. Now, the event is preparing for its 2024 edition.
Oasis International unveils new outdoor hydration solutions
Oasis International is expanding its outdoor product line with the introduction of new, sustainable hydration solutions.
Vivreau unveils new water filters
Vivreau, a provider of sustainable water solutions, has launched three new water filters.
Iceland Foods introduces new line of energy water
UK supermarket chain Iceland Foods has introduced Power Water, a new line of energy water designed to boost hydration and concentration.
Flow Beverage debuts sparkling water line
Flow Beverage Corp has announced the introduction of a new line of mineral spring sparkling water.
LaCroix unveils new strawberry peach flavour
National Beverage has announced the launch of a new flavor for its LaCroix Sparkling Water line: Strawberry Peach.
Kissd introduces smart fountain with advanced water filtration technology
Kissd has introduced a new smart fountain designed to enhance water quality with advanced filtration technology.
PBNA opens new warehouse and distribution centre in Tennessee, US
PepsiCo Beverages North America has opened its largest warehouse and distribution centre in the Southeast, located in Smyrna, Tennessee, US.
