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…

Bankrupt Dean Foods auctions off its facilities

April 1, 2020

Dean Foods has found buyers for almost all of its milk-processing plants in a federal bankruptcy court-supervised auction, according to a report in The Dallas…

Conagra reports dip in Q3 net sales, boost in Q4 demand due to COVID-19

April 1, 2020

Conagra Brands Inc. reported results for the third quarter of fiscal year 2020, which ended on Feb. 23, 2020, according to a press release. For the fourth…

NAMA webinar to explain stimulus legislation’s impact on industry

March 31, 2020

The National Automatic Merchandising Association will host a webinar Thursday on the recently passed CARES Act, according to a press release.

Fresh Del Monte Produce names Gold vice president/chief marketing officer

March 31, 2020

Elana Gold Fresh Del Monte Produce has named Elana Gold as vice president and chief marketing officer, according to a press release. She will lead…

Federal directive calls convenience services ‘essential’ during COVID-19 shutdown: What it means to you

by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times

Convenience services have been designated "essential" services to the country's critical infrastructure under a federal directive during the COVID-19 outbreak.

Federal CARES Act provides relief to businesses hurt by COVID-19

by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times

The federal Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security Act offers major financial support for companies impacted by the coronavirus pandemic. Business and…