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COVID-19 boosts Smucker's fiscal Q4, warns on future sales
June 4, 2020
The J.M. Smucker Co., maker of Folgers coffee, Jif peanut butter and Milk-Bone dog treats, reported higher earnings in the fiscal fourth quarter ended April…
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Senate approves bill to ease restrictions on emergency small business loans
June 4, 2020
The U.S. Senate passed a bill Wednesday to ease restrictions on emergency small business loans to prevent mass layoffs during the coronavirus pandemic, sending…
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Flexibility Act en route to president: Restaurant industry breathes sigh of relief
June 4, 2020
Better loan terms, loosened FTE rehire requirements and a longer coverage period are just some of the benefits of the PPP Flexibility Act passed by the Senate…
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'Smart fridge' vending helps build fast casual restaurant brand, offers a convenient alternative
by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times
After testing a "smart fridge" last year, Coolgreens established a division that includes a marketing staff and service organization. The alternative service…
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Snack index: snacking remains important, but COVID-19 changes buying habits
by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times
The majority of Americans are trying new snacks during the pandemic, with variety and convenience helping in how they make their snack choices, according to…
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PepsiCo names Wern-Yuen Tan CEO of Asia, Australia and New Zealand
June 3, 2020
Wern-Yuen Tan PepsiCo, Inc. has named Wern-Yuen Tan CEO of Asia Pacific, Australia, New Zealand and China, overseeing all of PepsiCo's operations in…
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Almark Foods names CEO
June 3, 2020
Rick Anderson Almark Foods, a manufacturer of hard-boiled eggs for retail and foodservice, has named Rick Anderson as the new chief executive officer.
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Campbell Soup beats on fiscal Q3 EPS, raises estimates amid strong COVID-19 demand
June 3, 2020
Campbell Soup Co. reported a better than expected performance during the fiscal third quarter, as COVID-19 drove strong demand for its food staples, including…
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Butcher shop uses vending machine to sell meat 24/7
June 3, 2020
McCann's Local Meats, a butcher shop in Rochester, New York, has installed a vending machine to dispense raw and cooked meat as a way for customers to buy meat…
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Aramark opens ‘pop-up’ grocery stores at health care facilities
June 3, 2020
Aramark is opening on-site "pop-up" grocery stores at health care facilities across the country to serve as a one-stop shop for doctors, nurses and hospital…
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NAMA clarifies New York law on reopening essential services
June 3, 2020
A New York state law for reopening non-essential businesses only applies to offices, auto dealers and commercial building management, according to Wes Fisher…
read nowGary Walker retires from TEEG New Zealand
June 3, 2020
Gary Walker Gary Walker has announced his retirement from The Education and Entertainment Group's New Zealand business, according to a press release.
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Berna of California Canteen grabs supervisory management certificate
June 3, 2020
William Berna William Berna, a route supervisor and customer service manager of Canteen of Coastal California, has been selected as the winner of a…
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Innovative Concepts in Entertainment upgrades website
June 3, 2020
Innovative Concepts in Entertainment, INC has launched its newly designed website at icegame.com, according to a press release.
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Selecta reports 12.3% revenue drop due to COVID-19, names new leadership
June 2, 2020
Selecta, Europe's largest vending services provider, reported revenue decreased by 12.3% to €358.1 million ($400.2 million) for first quarter, compared to…
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Lavazza Professional acquires Compass Group UK vending management operation
June 2, 2020
Lavazza Professional has acquired Fulfill, a vending fulfilment provider based in the U.K., from Compass Group for an undisclosed figure, and has renamed the…
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Coca-Cola Consolidated to build new Indiana facility
June 2, 2020
Coca-Cola Consolidated, the nation's largest Coca-Cola bottler, plans to invest $55 million to build a new 400,000-square-foot plant in Whitestown, Indiana…
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Ferrero USA to open distribution center, add 250 jobs in Georgia
June 2, 2020
Ferrero USA, Inc. has announced the opening of a new distribution center in McDonough, Georgia, a suburb of Atlanta, according to a press release. The newly…
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Coke bottlers produce test materials for COVID-19 kits
June 2, 2020
Southeastern Container, a PET preform and bottle manufacturing cooperative funded and managed by a group of Coca-Cola bottlers, has begun producing test tubes…
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Why the post COVID-19 era will drive intelligent vending, micro markets and beyond
by Udi Wiesner
With post COVID-19 market trends emerging, including the desire for more healthy food, sanitary and public safety, we can expect major growth in the demand for…
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