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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Five Star boosts Ohio footprint with KBS Vending acquisition
Five Star Breaktime Solutions has announced the acquisition of KBS Vending for an undisclosed sum.
Liquid Death temporarily halts UK operations
Liquid Death has announced it is 'temporarily pausing' operations in the UK, less than two years after launching in the country.
Leading the future of hydration: WHA bi-annual event 2025
We are excited to announce the Water Dispenser & Hydration Association (WHA) bi-annual event.
Parker Bioscience unveils Bevpor Caustic Stable filter for bottled water manufacturers
Parker Hannifin has introduced a new filter solution for bottled water manufacturers.
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.
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.
Bevi expands internationally with entry into the UK and Ireland
Bevi has announced its first international expansion into the UK and Ireland.
The future of water dispensing: How IoT is transforming the industry
Refreshment spoke to several key players in the water dispensing and filtration sector.
Part two: The top new launches of 2024, according to Refreshment
Here's a look at the top launches that caught our readers' attention in 2024...
Part one: The top new launches of 2024, according to Refreshment
Here's a look at the top launches that caught our readers' attention in 2024...

