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LAI Games introduces Aslphalt 9 Legends Arcade
December 8, 2021
LAI Games has begun shipping its new racing simulator, Asphalt 9 Legends Arcade, to venues across North and South America, according to a press release.
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UK dairy introduces community milk vending
December 8, 2021
A family U.K. dairy, Just Jerseys, has introduced a community milk vending machine, according to a Shropshire Star report.
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Compass Group to manage Five Star Senior Living dining operations
December 7, 2021
Compass Community Living, a division of Compass Group, will assume management of dining service operations owned by Five Star Senior Living Inc., according to…
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Aramark teams with Starr Restaurant Organization
December 7, 2021
Aramark Corp. has entered into a strategic collaboration with the Philadelphia-based Starr Restaurant Organization to provide best-in-class hospitality…
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Grupo Bimbo invests in superfood company LiveKua
December 7, 2021
Grupo Bimbo, the Mexico based global snack manufacturer, has led a Series A round of funding in LiveKua, an Ecuador based superfood manufacturer, with…
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Illinois considers mandating contraception pills in vending machines
December 7, 2021
Illinois state lawmakers are considering a bill that will require at least one vending machine on public university and college campuses to offer emergency…
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Selecta teams with Swiss food tech firm on fast hot steam kiosk
December 7, 2021
Selecta offers Carogusto's "SiSiSI Qeamer" in its Foodies micro markets. Selecta Group, Europe's leading route based self-service retailer, has…
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KeHe Distributors to open Arizona distribution center, add 70 jobs
December 7, 2021
KeHe Distributors will host a grand opening for its newest distribution center on Thursday, featuring company officials and a tour of the 500,000-square-foot…
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Nanoshield technology destroys virus, bacteria on high-touch surfaces
December 7, 2021
Nanoshield has introduced a clear plastic film that can be used on a variety of surfaces, such as digital screens, mobile phones and other frequently touched…
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Canadian town boots residential vending bank
December 7, 2021
A residential neighborhood vending bank in Belleville, Ontario will be closing after the city's planning advisory committee chose not to rezone the property to…
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Utz Brands completes acquisition of RW Garcia
December 7, 2021
Utz Brands Inc. has completed the previously reported acquisition of R.W. Garcia Holdings LLC and related entities for a total purchase price of $56 million…
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Sysco to acquire fresh produce distributor/processor
December 6, 2021
Sysco Corp. a global foodservice distribution company, has agreed to acquire The Coastal Companies, a fresh produce distributor and value-added processer, from…
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Why you need to work on, not in your business
How one mentor taught this vending/foodservice veteran the importance of well documented systems and procedures for every aspect of the business.
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Mixed-use leisure entertainment gains momentum post lockdown
Deep pocket content creators are are investing in indoor, mixed use leisure entertainment operations.
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North Carolina entrepreneur launches pet supply vending business
December 6, 2021
Betty Crump, an alumnus of North Carolina A&T in Greensboro, North Carolina, has launched a pet supply vending machine business, Betty's Unique…
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Japan pork farm installs meat vending machine
December 6, 2021
Are Japanese hog farmers taking a cue from U.K. dairy farms?
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French luxury brand showcases hand bag in vending machine
December 3, 2021
Jacquemus, a French luxury brand, has introduced pink vending machines to showcase its new "Le Bambino Long" bag. The machines allow customers to buy the bag…
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Luckin Coffee investor urges shareholders to oppose other investor’s plan
December 3, 2021
A Luckin Coffee investor has asked shareholders and convertible bondholders to oppose a plan giving Centurium Capital, another investor, control of the…
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Thrill City theme park opens in India
December 3, 2021
Thrill City opened its gates in Hyderabad, India spread across over 8,000 square meters with over 50 experiences and games, including 12D & Dome Theatre…
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Parts Town parent company acquires Duffy’s AIS
December 3, 2021
PT Holdings LLC, parent company of foodservice equipment parts distributor Parts Town, has added Rochester, New York based Duffy's AIS to its PT Holdings…
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