Vending

Sri Lanka launching first cashless vending machines

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May 22, 2024

Following a collaboration between the Commercial Bank of Ceylon and Ceylon Business Appliances, Sri Lanka will deploy its first credit- and debit card-enabled vending machines, according to a Sunday Times report.

These vending machines will be installed in public areas such as shopping malls, hospitals, sports stadiums, educational institutions and rail and bus terminals. They will offer a wide spectrum of products such as non-alcoholic beverages, snacks, candy and other packaged items.

"This initiative is part of our ongoing efforts to introduce cutting-edge payment technology and provide a superior customer experience, reinforcing the bank's position as a leader in the banking industry in Sri Lanka and beyond," S. Prabagar, Commercial Bank COO, told the news outlet.