Champion Vending leases warehouse, distribution facility on Long Island

April 6, 2020

Champion Vending, a Brooklyn, New York-based convenience services provider, has leased 11,462 square feet at 50 Seaview Boulevard in Port Washington, New York…

Amusement industry loses Patricia Rolle Bennett

April 6, 2020

Patricia Rolle Bennett, a former director of the New Jersey Amusement Association who owned Strand Skilo on Seaside Park Boulevard in Lavallette, New Jersey…

Vendex Turkey complete inaugural show, plans another in 2021

April 6, 2020

Vendex Turkey is planning its 2021 vending exhibition after completing its inaugural event Feb. 13-15 at the Istanbul Expo Center, according to a press release…

Businesses can apply for SBA loans starting today

April 3, 2020

Small businesses can begin applying for Small Business Administration loans available under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act, known as…

Farmers dumping milk due to supply chain roadblocks caused by coronavirus

April 3, 2020

Despite strong demand for basic foods such as dairy products during the coronavirus pandemic, the milk supply chain is experiencing disruptions that are…

COVID-19 will forever change the foodservice industry

by Bruce Reinstein — President, consolidated concepts

Experts predict how the coronavirus will affect the foodservice industry through three lenses: consumers, operators and manufacturers.

In the field, ATM operators should carry DHS guidelines

April 3, 2020

As reported by ATM Marketplace, the Department of Homeland Security recently put out an Advisory indicating that ATM field workers qualify as "Essential…

Performance Food Group partners with grocers during coronavirus pandemic

April 3, 2020

Performance Food Group Co., which owns Vistar, has established partnerships with grocery and retail companies to strengthen its business during the coronavirus…

European Vending & Coffee Service Association calls for emergency aid for members

April 3, 2020

The European Vending & Coffee Service Association has called on governing organizations — the EU Commission, European Central Bank and national governments…

7 ways the CARES Act could hurt foodservice operators

by S.A. Whitehead — Food Editor, Net World Media Group

The National Restaurant Association this week sent letters to leaders at the U.S. Treasury and Small Business Administration asking for clarification — and in…

Parlevel Systems offers 12 tips on operating during challenging times

Parlevel Systems has released a list of tips for convenience services operators to operate during a challenging time like now.

Alpha-Omega Amusements provides resources for addressing coronavirus pandemic

April 2, 2020

Alpha-Omega Amusements Inc. has compiled a list of resources and information, according to a press release. The resources include information about the…

Redemption Plus adds direct-to-consumer option, Boredom Buster Box, during coronavirus pandemic

April 2, 2020

Having laid off most of its workforce to comply with social distancing mandates, Redemption Plus, which provides family and bowling entertainment businesses…

Bay Tek Entertainment supplies plastic for protective face shields

April 2, 2020

Bay Tek Entertainment, a manufacturer of coin operated games, is supplying plastic for face shields being manufactured by its sister company, Coex, out…

UK EV charging provider integrates charger with vending machine — 'snack and charge'

April 2, 2020

EVolt, a Britsh electric vehicle charging infrastructure provider, has introduced its "Wraption" DC fast charger with extended functionality, according to an…

Mondelez completes Give & Go acquisition

April 2, 2020

Mondelēz International Inc. has completed its previously announced agreement to acquire a majority interest in Give & Go, a North American provider of…

Confused about SBA loans to survive COVID-19? Experts offer guidance

by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times

The Small Business Administration has various loans for companies in need of financial help to survive the coronavirus epidemic. Experts shed some light on the…

Fastenal acquires assets from Apex Industrial Technologies

April 1, 2020

Fastenal, a leader in automated industrial supply distribution, has purchased certain assets of Apex Industrial Technologies LLC for an undisclosed sum…

American Pinball introduces first licensed Hot Wheels pinball machine

April 1, 2020

American Pinball has introduced its first officially licensed Hot Wheels pinball machine, offering a feature-packed playfield layout, according to a…

Del Monte Foods names Mallick senior VP/chief supply chain officer

April 1, 2020

Ashish Mallick Del Monte Foods Inc. appointed Ashish Mallick as senior vice president and chief supply chain officer. Mallick will report to Del Monte…