News & Media
A new day dawns for fresh food vending
by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times
The recent expansion of fast casual restaurant chains into vending as a way to strengthen their brands and reach more customers marks a new era for fresh food…
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Changes badly needed for industry survival, starting with trade associations
The need for reform and change within the structure of the amusement and attraction sector has been more than illustrated by recent upheavals, including the…
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A&A Global acquires HMS Monaco
July 1, 2020
A&A Global Industries, a provider of redemption, amusement and vending industries' products, has completed an asset purchase of HMS Monaco, a Jersey City…
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Hong Kong Disneyland vending machines accept cryptocurrency
July 1, 2020
Ghost Coin, a cryptocurrency operated by technology entrepreneur John McAfee, can now be used in more than 60 Hong Kong vending machines, including machines at…
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NYC installs PPE vending machines in subways
July 1, 2020
New York City's Metropolitan Transportation Authority is deploying a dozen vending machines at 10 subway stations allowing customers to buy personal protective…
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Sega Amusements reopens
July 1, 2020
Sega Amusements International has reopened and can assist customers with technical support, provide spares and ship games, according to a press release.
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COVID-19 demand boosts General Mills in Q4
July 1, 2020
General Mills Inc. said fiscal fourth-quarter sales and earnings surpassed estimates as consumer demand for food at home was driven by COVID-19.
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Tyson Foods names Söderström as chief HR officer
July 1, 2020
Johanna Söderström Tyson Foods, Inc. has named Johanna Söderström as executive vice president and chief human resources officer, reporting to Chief…
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UK operation introduces COVID-19 compliant micro markets
June 30, 2020
Express Vending, a Hertfordshire, U.K. based convenience services operator, has adapted its HUB MicroMarkets to ensure it is COVID-19 compliant, as businesses…
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Hershey investing $135M to expand Virginia plant, adding 100-plus jobs
June 30, 2020
The Hershey Company will invest $135 million to expand its manufacturing operation in Augusta County, Virginia, according to a press release. The company will…
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Conagra Brands reports higher fiscal Q4 as COVID-19 boosts at-home eating
June 30, 2020
Conagra Brands Inc. reported better-than-expected earnings during the fiscal fourth quarter, driven by double digit growth in the company's three retail…
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Mobile micro markets bring self-service machines on wheels
June 30, 2020
Carts Blanche LLC has introduced VendaMarts, mobile robotic micro markets that offer fully automated inventories of pre-packaged fresh foods, according to a…
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Coolgreens' vending initiative secures funding
June 30, 2020
Coolgreens, the Oklahoma City based fast casual eatery, has acquired funding from members of the Victorum Capital Club in CGM DFW LLC, a subsidiary charged…
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NAMA Industry Person of the Year honored for commitment to industry
June 30, 2020
Nicky Gacos, owner of Colorado Café Associates, has been named 2020 NAMA Industry Person of the Year for showing that the private sector can both reward the…
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TV sports watchers like buffalo wings best
June 30, 2020
Buffalo wings are the favored TV sports watching snack, according a recent fan poll conducted by compare.bet, a gaming website.
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How to navigate the new office coffee service landscape
by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times
The new OCS landscape requires flexibility, communication and an openness to new customer needs, according to a panel of experts during a NAMA webinar.
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How FECs engage with guests during the pandemic lockdown
by Sara Paz
Your guests have amazing memories and experiences with your family entertainment center and can't wait to return! Here are 15 ways to keep them engaged during…
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PopCom raises $1.3 M from crowdfunding
June 29, 2020
PopCom, an automated retail technology company specializing in vending and kiosk solutions, has completed its second equity crowdfunding campaign on Start…
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Trusted PPE introduces KN95 masks
June 29, 2020
Trusted PPE, a provider of personal protective equipment, has introduced four-layer KN95 face masks to help protect people from COVID-19, according to a press…
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Ford Gum and Impact Confections team on candy and gum for vending
June 29, 2020
The Ford Gum Machine Company and Impact Confections have partnered to produce candy and bubble gum, according to a Candy Industry report.
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