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Refreshment Systems partners with Neubria to power smarter gym nutrition
The partnership delivers clear value for both gym operators and members. For operators, it enhances the member experience through premium, functional nutrition aligned to fitness goals, while creating new revenue streams via intelligent, self-service retail. Built-in telemetry provides data-led insights to understand purchasing behaviour and optimise product ranges, all delivered through low-maintenance, cashless solutions that integrate seamlessly into modern gym environments. For customers, the benefits include
Refreshment Systems (RSL) has announced an official partnership with Neubria, focused on transforming how gyms and fitness centres deliver nutrition to their members. The partnership is designed to bring convenient, science-led performance nutrition directly into fitness environments, giving customers access to products that support focus, energy, recovery, and overall wellbeing—exactly when they need it most. Through RSL’s smart vending and
refreshment solutions, gym members will benefit from 24/7 access to Neubria’s neuroscience-backed nutrition, positioned at key touchpoints such as reception areas, workout zones, and exit points. Whether pre-workout, post-session, or on the go, customers can make healthier, performance-driven choices without queues or staffed retail counters.
trusted, science-backed products that support mental focus and physical performance, instant access before or after training, clear digital displays to support informed choices, and consistent availability without reliance on staffed cafés or restricted opening hours. Steve May, Refreshment
Systems, commented on the partnership: “Today’s gym members expect more than traditional vending. By partnering with Neubria, we are giving fitness centres the ability to offer premium, performance-focused nutrition through smart technology—supporting both member wellbeing and operator growth.”
Azkoyen Group increases turnover by six per cent
Azkoyen Group, a multinational leader in the design, manufacture and marketing of technological solutions in the fields of coffee, payment systems and security systems has announced its results for the 2025 financial year, in which net turnover increased by 6.0%, surpassing €211 million euros.
Additionally, in 2025 Azkoyen Group made progress on its sustainability commitments. Its efforts earned it an overall ESG rating of “AA” from the Instituto Español de Analistas and consolidated the silver medal awarded by EcoVadis.
Turnover by region Regarding consolidated turnover by region, 31.1% corresponds to Germany; Spain accounts for 18.1% of the total; the United Kingdom 8.7%; Italy 7.3%; Belgium 6.0%;
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the rest of the European Union 16.7%; and other countries 12.1%. The Group has continued to expand its international presence, strengthening its position in strategic markets and consolidating its activity in more than 100 countries.
Business lines The Coffee & Vending division contributed 28% of turnover. It is mainly dedicated to the production of automatic coffee machines for the vending industry, as well as semi automatic coffee machines for offices (OCS sector) and for the hospitality, restaurant and café sector (Horeca). In addition, for this latter sector, it produces premium traditional espresso coffee machines, including machines for the Home channel (adapted for domestic use). Finally, to a lesser extent, it produces vending
machines for cold drinks, snacks and other products. Its main business areas are in the United Kingdom, the American continent— especially the United States—Spain, Germany and other European countries.
The Payment Technologies, IoT and telemetry division contributed 37% of turnover and has led the growth of Azkoyen Group. It includes solutions for cash management, digital, electronic and cash payment systems for vending, as well as global connectivity, IoT and telemetry solutions. A large part of the revenue from cash management solutions is related to the retail segment and, specifically, to the Cashlogy product range. Furthermore, in 2025 the number of machines connected to devices from the Coges and Vendon brands increased significantly.
Jonny Kennedy, Neubria added: “Our goal has always been to make performance nutrition practical, not just aspirational. This partnership changes the narrative around vending, from confectionery to best-in- class, healthy snacks that genuinely support training and gains. As consumer habits shift towards convenience and buying products in the environments where they’re actually used, this model allows gym operators to offer science-backed nutrition exactly when it’s needed, at no cost to them, while unlocking a simple, passive income stream.” The rollout will see Neubria products
introduced across selected RSL vending and refreshment platforms within gyms and fitness centres nationwide, supported by joint promotions, digital content, and future innovation around personalised nutrition.
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