Vending Times teams up with The International Foodservice Manufacturers Association

Vending Times and Kiosk Marketplace's parent company aligns with IFMA to bring the food-away-from-home ecosystem closer together.

Bevi launches smart water cooler

April 15, 2024

Bevi, which designs smart water coolers for commercial environments, has launched the Black Countertop Smart Water Cooler.

AMI Jukebox announces Eagles giveaway to celebrate 'The Long Goodbye' Tour

April 12, 2024

AMI Entertainment is offering music fans the chance to win a limited-edition Eagles music bundle in honor of the band's farewell tour, "The Long Goodbye."

Littleton, New Hampshire offers 24/7 access to naloxone with vending machine

April 12, 2024

In an effort to expand access to the life-saving drug naloxone, a vending machine dispensing the medication is now available 24/7 in Littleton, New Hampshire…

Fresh-food vending machine market projected to reach $7.82B by 2029

April 12, 2024

The global fresh food vending machine market is expected to reach USD 7.82 billion by 2029, according to a press release on a recent report by Adroit Market…

Amusement and Music Operators Association names new leaders

April 11, 2024

During its 2024 Annual Membership Meeting in Las Vegas, the Amusement and Music Operators Association elected the Class of 2027, consisting of eight operators…

Columbus Public Health launches harm-reduction vending machines

April 11, 2024

Columbus Public Health has launched a program offering free harm-reduction supplies through vending machines located across the city, according to a NBC …

Grand Rapids health company deploys Narcan vending machines

April 10, 2024

Two Narcan-dispensing vending machines have launched in Grand Rapids, Michigan, both owned by Cherry Health, according to a News 8 report. The drug reverses…

Las Vegas welcomes Amusement Exposition International, including VR and XR insights

by Kevin Williams

The AAMA and AMOA co-operated show comprised various co-located partnerships with the National Bulk Vending Association (NBVA), Laser Tag Convention, Billiards…

Indianapolis store hosts harm-reduction vending machine

April 8, 2024

A harm-reduction vending machine has launched at an eastside Indianapolis store, according to a WISH TV report.

Milkshake vending machine stirs controversy at Wales farm

April 5, 2024

A popular milkshake vending machine at Castle Farm in Bishton, Wales, has resulted in high traffic but also community controversy.

Coca-Cola Japan to make vending machines easier for wheelchair users

April 4, 2024

Coca-Cola's Japan unit will launch a smartphone service this month that simplifies vending machine purchases for people with disabilities, according to a…

Missoula, Montana plans 4 naloxone machines for city

April 4, 2024

In an effort to combat rising opioid overdoses, representatives from the United Way of Missoula County and Missoula Public Health in Montana presented a plan…

Refresco acquires VBC Bottling Co.

April 3, 2024

Global independent beverage brand Refresco has acquired VBC Bottling Co., according to a press release.

Alaska vending machine dispenses fresh meat

April 3, 2024

There's a new vending machine in Soldotna, and it's dishing out fresh meat, according to an Alaska Public Media report.

North Carolina county getting another Narcan vending machine

April 2, 2024

Edgecombe County, in North Carolina, is working to find a location for a second Narcan vending machine.

University of Arkansas partners with Nestlé on pizza vending machine

April 2, 2024

A University of Arkansas student innovation team has partnered with Nestlé to bring a trademarked DiGiorno hot pizza kiosk to one of its dining halls…

Connecticut synagogue launches vending machine

April 1, 2024

Temple Israel, a synagogue located in Westport, Connecticut, has launched a vending machine whose offerings include traditional and ritual Jewish items.

North Carolina State D.J. Burns runs vending machine business

April 1, 2024

D.J. Burns, a basketball player for the NCAA North Carolina State Wolfpack team also runs a vending machine business. Burns first got into the business after…

Clark County, Washington jail installs Narcan vending machine

March 28, 2024

Clark County, Washington Jail Services installed a naloxone vending machine in the jail's lobby, making it the fourth one in the county. The machine vends…