Alfredo Rivera replaces James Dinkin as Coca-Cola North America president

August 25, 2020

Alfredo Rivera The Coca-Cola Co. has named Alfredo Rivera president of Coca-Cola North America, effective immediately, replacing James Dinkins, who is…

Betson promotes Britannie Betti to dual roles

August 25, 2020

Britannie Betti Betson Enterprises, a Carlsdadt, New Jersey -based vending and amusement equipment distributor, has promoted Britannie Betti to…

COVID-19 clips Bridgford Foods Q3 sales, income gains

August 25, 2020

Bridgford Foods, a manufacturer and distributor of frozen, refrigerated and snack foods, took a 2.7% revenue hit caused by COVID-19 production delays in the…

Krispy Kreme machine earns positive reviews in Charlotte

August 25, 2020

The Krispy Kreme doughnut machine that opened in Charlotte, North Carolina, last week got a positive review from Charlotte Magazine, which is located near the…

AMOA calls on members to support Phase IV COVID relief bill

August 25, 2020

The Amusement and Music Operators Association is urging its members to reach out to their lawmakers to support the Phase IV COVID relief bill to end the…

Are you prepared for a possible 2nd COVID-19 wave?

by Patrick Hardy

Convenience services operators will need to apply a measured approach to both disaster preparedness and recovery with the likely prospect of a second wave of…

How digital signage gets amusement parks back on track during COVID-19

by Bradley Cooper — Editor, ATM Marketplace & Food Truck Operator

As amusement parks start to reopen, digital signage can play a key role in keeping guests safe and informed.

Celsius secures $22M from investors

August 24, 2020

Celsius Holdings Inc., maker of a leading global fitness drink, Celsius, has received a direct private investment of $22 million from two investors, Boyu…

Food and beverage industries seek clarification on FDA nutrition labeling rules

August 24, 2020

The Food & Beverage Issue Alliance has asked the Food and Drug Administration to provide flexibility in enforcing the agency's new nutrition labeling…

Fieldstone Bakery to debut Mini Doodles Cookies, Grains 2 Go Bars for vending, micro markets

August 21, 2020

Fieldstone Bakery will introduce Mini Doodles Cookies and Grains 2 Go Bars to the vending and micro markets industry in September, both of which meet…

Betson Midwest relocates in Bensenville, Illinois

August 21, 2020

Betson Enterprises, the Carlstadt, New Jersey-based distributor of vending and amusement equipment, has relocated its Betson Midwest facility to a new location…

PepsiCo opens facility with enhanced delivery technology

August 21, 2020

PepsiCo Beverages North America recently opened a custom built sales and distribution center on the Southeast side of Indianapolis, spanning 200,000 square…

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PepsiCo names Azevedo executive VP, promotes Andrew to sustainability chief

August 20, 2020

Roberto Azevêdo PepsiCo Inc. has named Roberto Azevêdo, currently director-general of the World Trade Organization, executive vice president and chief…

Community Coffee Company to add facility to support expansion

August 20, 2020

Community Coffee Company, a Baton Rouge, Louisiana-based coffee roaster, coffee service operator, wholesaler, retailer and coffee foodservice distributor, will…

Colorado roaster to introduce contactless, self-serve robotic barista

August 20, 2020

A Blackhawk, Colorado coffee roaster has developed a robotic barista that will be available to customers next month, according to a 303magazone.com report.

Coca-Cola Consolidated to close Virginia warehouse

August 20, 2020

Coca-Cola Consolidated Inc. will close its Seaford, Virginia, warehouse and distribution facility by Oct. 26, affecting 100 employees, according to a…

UVC PureLight 360 introduces hybrid induction/LED disinfection system

August 20, 2020

UVC PureLight 360 Llc unveiled a 320W UVC induction/LED disinfection and sanitization device that kills up to 99.9% of microorganisms, such as the common…

Hint flavored water maker raises $25 million

August 20, 2020

Hint Inc., maker of the still flavored water which has been marketed to the convenience services industry, secured $25 million Series D financing, led by…

Coffee consumption could help reduce liver related deaths, study finds

August 19, 2020

Drinking more coffee could prevent liver related deaths, according to a report in Alimentary Pharmacology and Therapeutics, according to a Fox News report.