Red Hawk named Atlanta's top vending operator

June 5, 2026

Red Hawk Vending has been named the Best Vending Services Company in Atlanta for 2026 by BusinessRate, according to a press release, recognizing the company's…

Can vending machines promote healthy eating?

June 5, 2026

With a growing number of vending operators providing healthy items, a key question remains: do those machines promote healthier eating? Evidence suggests they…

NAMA weighs in on Connecticut breakroom monitoring bill

June 5, 2026

The National Automatic Merchandising Association is welcoming the enactment of Connecticut Public Act 26-89, legislation that will allow camera-based security…

TendedBar, WeVend partner to expand automated beverage service beyond stadiums

by Richard Slawsky — Editor, Connect Media

Automated beverage technology company TendedBar is taking a step beyond its roots in stadiums and arenas through a partnership with unattended payments…

Sacoa installs cashless technology at Virginia Pinstack location

June 4, 2026

Sacoa has completed the installation of its cashless technology platform at a new Pinstack entertainment venue in Loudoun County, Virginia, according to a…

MM Healthy Vending tops 30 locations

June 4, 2026

MM Healthy Vending has expanded to more than 30 locations across San Antonio, Texas, and surrounding communities less than two years after launching in 2024…

JR East acquires 800-machine airport vending portfolio in UK

June 4, 2026

East Japan Railway Co. has acquired the airport vending operations of Petrie Gough Ltd., according to a press release, adding approximately 800 machines…

Dallas mother launches diaper vending machine business

June 3, 2026

A Dallas mother has turned a common parenting challenge into a business with the launch of Diaper Concierge, a digital vending machine that provides baby…

Primi expands smart vending services

June 3, 2026

Jericho, New York-based Primi Digital has expanded its smart vending services to support businesses developing and managing automated retail operations…

VendSpace joins the location-finding arena with new platform

June 2, 2026

VendSpace, an online marketplace designed for the vending industry, has relaunched with an updated platform to help vending operators find new machine…

Pennsylvania man oils up vending machine

June 2, 2026

A Mifflin County, Pennsylvania, man has been charged after allegedly damaging a vending machine and vandalizing a nearby business in McVeytown, according to an…

Proactive Theft Prevention: How SandStar Stops Camera-Blocking Theft for AI Vending Machine

Most open-door vending machines relying on single or dual top-mounted cameras, this simple yet effective method has become the number one threat to…

Vendekin debuts AI platform for vending management

June 1, 2026

Vendekin Technologies has launched a beta version of VendAiQ, an artificial intelligence assistant designed to help vending and self-service retail operators…

Beef on demand: Nebraska farm debuts 24/7 vending machine

June 1, 2026

A Boone County, Nebraska, farm business has introduced a 24/7 meat vending machine to provide customers with around-the-clock access to locally raised beef…

As vending gets smarter, ADA compliance gets more complicated

by Richard Slawsky — Editor, Connect Media

The evolution of vending technology is changing the conversation around ADA compliance. Touchscreens, mobile payments and more are becoming standard features…

VenHub adds to advisory board

May 29, 2026

Jay Heller, CEO of K Lab AI, has joined VenHub's advisory board, according to a press release. VenHub said Heller will provide capital markets and strategic…

Heinz to set up London automat for National Picnic Week

May 29, 2026

Heinz is launching a temporary sandwich vending concept in London's Soho district to mark National Picnic Week, offering freshly made sandwiches for the…

Tomra installs reverse vending machines at German train station

May 28, 2026

Norwegian company Tomra Reuse has installed two automated reusable-cup return machines at Freiburg Central Station in Germany, according to a press release…

VenHub opens new production facility

May 28, 2026

VenHub has opened a second and larger production and assembly facility in Las Vegas as the company expands deployment of its AI-powered autonomous retail…

OD death reductions in N.J. city follow Narcan kiosk rollout

May 28, 2026

Community organizations in Paterson, New Jersey, have launched a new initiative to provide free, 24-hour public access to naloxone, also known as Narcan…