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China’s VMF 2020 vending show postponed a second time
April 8, 2020
VMF 2020, the 2020 Guangzhou International Vending Machines and Self-Service Facilities Fair, has been rescheduled tor Aug. 3-5 at the China Import &…
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COVID-19 fosters self-service innovation in China
April 8, 2020
While the coronavirus pandemic has hammered business activity worldwide, it has also fostered a wealth of self-service innovation. Nowhere is this more evident…
read nowRoyal Cup Coffee and Tea announces layoffs due to coronavirus pandemic
April 8, 2020
Royal Cup Coffee and Tea, a roaster, retailer and coffee service provider based Birmingham, Alabama, has reduced work schedules and eliminated positions for…
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US Foods provides retail distribution support during coronavirus pandemic
April 8, 2020
US Foods Holding Corp. has secured approximately 20 retail distribution partnerships across national grocery store chains, wholesale grocers and consumer…
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Proposed sales tax on snacks fizzles in Maryland
April 7, 2020
A proposal to raise the 6% state sales tax in Maryland that would have targeted certain snacks has been defeated in the state's general assembly, according to…
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Laundry service to extend PayRange mobile payment acceptance
April 7, 2020
PayRange Inc., a network for everyday purchases, and Jetz Service Co., a laundry service and equipment provider operating in 18 Midwestern states, have signed…
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Keurig Dr Pepper announces debt refinancing
April 7, 2020
Keurig Dr Pepper announced a strategic refinancing program, intended to extend the company's debt maturities and enhance its liquidity profile, according to a…
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Tyson Foods suspends pork plant operation after workers test positive for coronavirus
April 7, 2020
Tyson Foods has suspended operations at a large pork processing plant in southeastern Iowa where more than 24 workers have tested positive for the coronavirus…
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Nestlé partners with Rainforest Alliance, expands use of IBM blockchain
April 7, 2020
Nestlé has expanded its use of the IBM Food Trust blockchain technology platform to its Zoégas coffee brand, which is certified by the Rainforest Alliance…
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COVID-19 pushes grocery shoppers to self-checkout
April 7, 2020
Nearly two-thirds of consumers are changing their grocery shopping habits in response to the worldwide COVID-19 pandemic, according to a recent consumer survey…
read nowVending machines to offer free face masks in Hong Kong
April 7, 2020
Vending machines providing free medical grade safety masks will be installed in service centers in 18 Hong Kong districts, according to a dazeddigital.com…
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5 considerations for vending and amusement operators’ COVID-19 recovery plans
by Sal Cifala — Owner, Digital Media Vending International LLC
With business largely on hold because of the coronavirus pandemic, now is a good time for vending and amusement machine operators to create recovery plans that…
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Convenience Distribution Association teams with IFDA to help foodservice firms in need of resources
April 6, 2020
The Convenience Distribution Association is partnering with the International Foodservice Distributors Association and others in the industry to connect…
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Industrial products distributor Wurth Industry to carry Markforged 3D printers
April 6, 2020
Würth Industry North America, a distributor of supply chain solutions for fasteners, MRO (maintenance, repair and operations) and safety equipment and a…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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.
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