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04:58
Think:Water | Reverse osmosis and water filter innovation at Aquatech Amsterdam 2025
Think:water is one of the leaders in water treatment, offering a complete range of filters and reverse osmosis systems, entirely manufactured in Italy. Their philosophy is based on quality, innovation and safety, guaranteeing their customers high quality water reliably.
FoodBev interviews Matteo Bonardello, CEO of Think:Water, at Aquatech Amsterdam 2025 - the world's leading trade exhibition for process, drinking and wastewater.
Matteo takes us through their new innovations and products, ranging from SyncRO (a compact and connected osmosis system), ROmeo (a under-sink osmosis system) and Profine Platinum (a filter specialising in reduction of PFAS and heavy metals).
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FoodBev Media provides actionable insights that empower, educate, and provide direction to food and beverage industry decision-makers. We offer all you need to know about food and drink innovation and trends around the world and interpret them to help you improve your business.
Established originally as a traditional ink-on-paper magazine publisher in 2000, today FoodBev Media is a truly international multimedia business.
Read more here: www.foodbev.com

02:02
MHS | Südback 2024
FoodBev spoke with Thorsten Müller about MHS's range of self-service bread cutting machines for retail, at Südback in Stuttgart, Germany. We see a demonstration of their MHS slimline II machine in action, highlighting the self-explanatory operation for any customer.
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FoodBev Media provides actionable insights that empower, educate, and give direction to food and beverage industry decision-makers. We offer all you need to know about food and drink innovation and trends around the world and interpret them to help you improve your business.
Established originally as a traditional ink-on-paper magazine publisher in 2000, today FoodBev Media is a truly international multimedia business.
Read more here: www.foodbev.com

03:42
Verhoeven Bakery Equipment Family | Südback 2024
Verhoeven Bakery Equipment Family showcased a new baking solution, Repeatloaf, at Südback in Stuttgart, Germany. Their objective is to introduce a true circular solution to prevent bread waste for bakers all over the world.
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FoodBev Media provides actionable insights that empower, educate, and give direction to food and beverage industry decision-makers. We offer all you need to know about food and drink innovation and trends around the world and interpret them to help you improve your business.
Established originally as a traditional ink-on-paper magazine publisher in 2000, today FoodBev Media is a truly international multimedia business.
Read more here: www.foodbev.com

18:16
Panel discussion | Watercoolers Europe 2024 organisers
At the WE Conference & Workshop in Bucharest on October 10, 2024, Watercoolers Europe organisers joined FoodBev Media editorial director Sian Yates, for a panel discussion about the event and the latest insights within the industry.
The panel includes:
Gustav Felix - Managing Director
Marzia Mariotti - Chair
Derek Callaghan - Treasurer
Katarzyna Tomanek - Vice Chair
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00:00 - Intro
00:15 - Panel intro
00:40 - Key highlights from the WE event
03:10 - What is the role of the association?
06:40 - How does the association support its members?
09:47 - Microplastics, PFAS
12:54 - The association's hopes for the future
17:06 - Closing statements
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FoodBev Media provides actionable insights that empower, educate, and give direction to food and beverage industry decision-makers. We offer all you need to know about food and drink innovation and trends around the world and interpret them to help you improve your business.
Established originally as a traditional ink-on-paper magazine publisher in 2000, today FoodBev Media is a truly international multimedia business.
Read more here: www.foodbev.com

01:40
What's the next big thing for watercoolers? | Watercoolers Europe 2024
FoodBev Media provides actionable insights that empower, educate, and give direction to food and beverage industry decision-makers. We offer all you need to know about food and drink innovation and trends around the world and interpret them to help you improve your business.
Established originally as a traditional ink-on-paper magazine publisher in 2000, today FoodBev Media is a truly international multimedia business.
Read more here: www.foodbev.com

02:27
Massimiliano Orsi | Bardi | Watercoolers Europe 2024
At the WE Conference & Workshop in Bucharest on October 10, 2024, Massimiliano Orsi exhibited Bardi's product portfolio:
- Washing machines for glass bottles
- Complete lines for water in big containers, from 5 Litres to 5 Gallons
- Filling and capping monoblock for 5-19 Litres PET one-way bottles.
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FoodBev Media provides actionable insights that empower, educate, and give direction to food and beverage industry decision-makers. We offer all you need to know about food and drink innovation and trends around the world and interpret them to help you improve your business.
Established originally as a traditional ink-on-paper magazine publisher in 2000, today FoodBev Media is a truly international multimedia business.
Read more here: www.foodbev.com

02:58
François Jolly | OP s.a.r.l. | Watercoolers Europe 2024
At the WE Conference & Workshop in Bucharest on October 10, 2024, François Jolly, founder of OP, exhibited their plastic racks systems that are made from recycled polypropylene.
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FoodBev Media provides actionable insights that empower, educate, and give direction to food and beverage industry decision-makers. We offer all you need to know about food and drink innovation and trends around the world and interpret them to help you improve your business.
Established originally as a traditional ink-on-paper magazine publisher in 2000, today FoodBev Media is a truly international multimedia business.
Read more here: www.foodbev.com

06:16
Richard Hall | Watercoolers Europe 2024
At the WE Conference & Workshop in Bucharest on October 10, 2024, Richard Hall, presented an insightful session on the 'Latest European Market and Industry Developments and Outlook'.
His presentation provided an in-depth analysis of the European water dispenser market, highlighting key trends and growth opportunities.
Richard Hall is an acknowledged expert on the international food and drinks sector, chairing and speaking at numerous industry conferences. In 1991 he formed Zenith as a specialist business consultancy for the food and drink industries. He also chairs FoodBev Media, which he founded in 2000. Its team publishes four business journals, including “Refreshment”, and manages the foodbev.com website.
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FoodBev Media provides actionable insights that empower, educate, and give direction to food and beverage industry decision-makers. We offer all you need to know about food and drink innovation and trends around the world and interpret them to help you improve your business.
Established originally as a traditional ink-on-paper magazine publisher in 2000, today FoodBev Media is a truly international multimedia business.
Read more here: www.foodbev.com
00:00 - Intro
00:12 - Recap of Richard's presentation on the latest European market and industry developments
01:15 - What's affecting market change?
01:57 - Sustainability in watercoolers
02:45 - Trends within the industry
04:45 - The future for watercoolers

03:18
Hawktivity | World Catering Technology Awards 2025
We speak Richard Barry, the Founder and CEO of Hawktivity - specialists in computer vision sensors to provide real time feedback on workers' and customers' behaviour.
Hawktivity's QHawk was awarded 'Best AI solution', at the World Catering Technology Awards 2025, held at HRC - Hotel, Restaurant & Catering.
QHawk is a revolutionary AI-powered computer vision platform designed to optimise operations.
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FoodBev Media provides actionable insights that empower, educate, and provide direction to food and beverage industry decision-makers. We offer all you need to know about food and drink innovation and trends around the world and interpret them to help you improve your business.
Established originally as a traditional ink-on-paper magazine publisher in 2000, today FoodBev Media is a truly international multimedia business.
Read more here: www.foodbev.com

03:18
Prowrap | World Catering Technology Awards 2025
We speak to Matthew Wright, National Account Manager at Wrapex - the leading manufacturer of cling film, aluminium foil and baking parchment, and home to the Speedwrap Pro.
Prowrap's Speedwrap Pro was awarded 'Best sustainability initiative', at the World Catering Technology Awards 2025, held at HRC - Hotel, Restaurant & Catering.
The Speedwrap Pro is helping businesses take plastic waste out of the kitchen. This cling film, foil, and parchment dispenser is compatible with refill rolls without needing plastic adapters.
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FoodBev Media provides actionable insights that empower, educate, and provide direction to food and beverage industry decision-makers. We offer all you need to know about food and drink innovation and trends around the world and interpret them to help you improve your business.
Established originally as a traditional ink-on-paper magazine publisher in 2000, today FoodBev Media is a truly international multimedia business.
Read more here: www.foodbev.com

03:07
Triflow Concepts | World Catering Technology Awards 2025
We speak to Lauren Cullingworth, Product and Marketing Manager at Triflow Concepts, specialists in luxury filtered and O3 water systems.
Triflow’s O3 Kitchen Mixer was awarded 'Best preparation solution', at the World Catering Technology Awards 2025, held at HRC - Hotel, Restaurant & Catering.
The Triflow O3 range provides you anti-bacterial water at your fingertips.
Washing your hands for just 10 seconds with Triflow O3 Water will remove 99.99% of microbes and viruses - chemically free.
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FoodBev Media provides actionable insights that empower, educate, and provide direction to food and beverage industry decision-makers. We offer all you need to know about food and drink innovation and trends around the world and interpret them to help you improve your business.
Established originally as a traditional ink-on-paper magazine publisher in 2000, today FoodBev Media is a truly international multimedia business.
Read more here: www.foodbev.com

04:19
Crown Foods | WAT KITCHEN | World Food Innovation Awards 2025
We speak to Ivor Rawlins, the sales director of Crown Foods, at IFE - International Food & Drink Expo. Crown Foods deliver products that meet the demands of retailers and foodservice providers.
Their portfolio includes WAT KITCHEN, a line of ambient Asian noodle and rice meals designed for busy lifestyles.
WAT KITCHEN were announced as a finalist in the 'Best convenience/ready meal product' category and was commended in the 'Best plant-based product' category.
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FoodBev Media provides actionable insights that empower, educate, and provide direction to food and beverage industry decision-makers. We offer all you need to know about food and drink innovation and trends around the world and interpret them to help you improve your business.
Established originally as a traditional ink-on-paper magazine publisher in 2000, today FoodBev Media is a truly international multimedia business.
Read more here: www.foodbev.com

03:34
Popcornaa | World Food Innovation Awards 2025
We speak to Emily Tse, the founder of Popcornaa, a gourmet popcorn company that combines non-GMO popcorn, fresh ingredients and a blend of authentic Asian flavours.
Popcornaa’s Vegan Seaweed, Wasabi & Soy Gourmet Popcorn was awarded 'Best snack product', at the World Food Innovation Awards 2025, held at IFE - International Food & Drink Event.
Showcasing their product with Business Isle of Man, Popcornaa's namesake comes from the location of Cornaa, on the beautiful Isle of Man.
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FoodBev Media provides actionable insights that empower, educate, and provide direction to food and beverage industry decision-makers. We offer all you need to know about food and drink innovation and trends around the world and interpret them to help you improve your business.
Established originally as a traditional ink-on-paper magazine publisher in 2000, today FoodBev Media is a truly international multimedia business.
Read more here: www.foodbev.com

03:35
Veetee | World Food Innovation Awards 2025
We speak to Marcel Aerts, Head of Marketing at Veetee Foods, at IFE - International Food & Drink Event 2025.
Veetee's RamenHead and Mac'n'CheeseHead products were shortlisted in this year's World Food Innovation Awards, placing as finalist and commended.
Food Innovation
FINALIST Veetee - RamenHead Singapore Laksa
Packaging Design
FINALIST Veetee - Veetee RamenHead
Convenience/Ready Meal Product categories
FINALIST Veetee - RamenHead - Tom Yum
COMMENDED Veetee - Mac'n'CheeseHead 3 Oozy Cheese
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FoodBev Media provides actionable insights that empower, educate, and provide direction to food and beverage industry decision-makers. We offer all you need to know about food and drink innovation and trends around the world and interpret them to help you improve your business.
Established originally as a traditional ink-on-paper magazine publisher in 2000, today FoodBev Media is a truly international multimedia business.
Read more here: www.foodbev.com

02:31
ICL Food Specialties | World Food Innovation Awards 2025
We speak to Tim Thouless, Commercial Lead at ICL Food Specialties, with their Rovitaris SprouTx being crowned 'Best plant-based product' at the World Food Innovation Awards 2025.
ICL has partnered with DAIZ to produce soy textured proteins which leverages proprietary germination technology using whole, germinated soybeans during production. Rovitaris SprouTx is extremely versatile and can be used in all formed meat applications such as patties, meatballs, sausages etc.
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FoodBev Media provides actionable insights that empower, educate, and provide direction to food and beverage industry decision-makers. We offer all you need to know about food and drink innovation and trends around the world and interpret them to help you improve your business.
Established originally as a traditional ink-on-paper magazine publisher in 2000, today FoodBev Media is a truly international multimedia business.
Read more here: www.foodbev.com

02:11
Coccola | World Food Innovation Awards 2025
We speak to Emmanuela Alesiani, CEO & founder of Coccola - which was crowned 'Best new/start-up business' at the World Food Innovation Awards 2025.
Coccola is an innovative start-up dedicated to revolutionising how we sweeten our foods and beverages by addressing the widespread problem of sugar overconsumption. At the heart of their innovation is a proprietary blend of coconut water and coconut milk powder.
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FoodBev Media provides actionable insights that empower, educate, and provide direction to food and beverage industry decision-makers. We offer all you need to know about food and drink innovation and trends around the world and interpret them to help you improve your business.
Established originally as a traditional ink-on-paper magazine publisher in 2000, today FoodBev Media is a truly international multimedia business.
Read more here: www.foodbev.com
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