PepsiCo to acquire prebiotic soda brand poppi for $1.95B

March 18, 2025

PepsiCo, Inc. has come to a definitive agreement to acquire poppi, a fast-growing prebiotic soda brand, for $1.95 billion, according to a press release. The…

Louisville library installs healthy food vending machine

March 17, 2025

The Shawnee Library in Louisville, Kentucky has installed a Nori vending machine, offering patrons access to healthy food options, according to a WDRB report.

Food giants seek tariff exemptions on key imports

March 14, 2025

Major U.S. food manufacturers, including PepsiCo (Quaker Oats), Conagra (Folgers), and J.M. Smucker, are requesting targeted exemptions from newly imposed…

Five Star Breaktime Solutions expands Louisiana, Texas footprint

March 14, 2025

Five Star Breaktime Solutions, a provider of unattended food and beverage solutions, has acquired the Canteen franchise of Wilmore Snack Sales, a family-owned…

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to meet with food industry executives amid health policy discussions

March 10, 2025

Secretary of Health and Human Services, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., is set to meet with top executives from major food companies, including General Mills and…

Tangshan sees rapid robotics growth across industries

March 7, 2025

Tangshan, China's robotics sector is expanding rapidly, with applications ranging from automated cooking and vending to industrial and emergency response. The…

100% Quarterly Growth – Joy Vending’s Journey with AI

Joy Vending is a venture founded by a UCLA EMBA and a CUHK MBA. They chose to focus on vending machine operations and their sales grow by 100% for three…

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Dot Transportation's electric trucks set vending distribution benchmark

February 25, 2025

Dot Transportation, Inc, an affiliate of Dot Foods, Inc., has logged that its first-deployed Orange EV electric terminal truck has reached 30,000 hours of…

Singapore bakery introduces cake vending machine

February 18, 2025

Uncle Lee Confectionery, a popular traditional bakery in Singapore known for its old-school cakes, has launched a vending machine dispensing its baked goods…

PizzaForno vending machine brings 24/7 pizza to Gruene, Texas

February 13, 2025

A PizzaForno vending machine has opened in Gruene, Texas, offering 24/7 access to six different pizza flavors, according to a Herald-Zeitung report. Located at…

Keurig Dr Pepper reveals 2025 flavor innovations

February 13, 2025

Keurig Dr Pepper unveiled its flavor lineup for 2025 in the U.S., featuring additions to several of its brands, including Dr Pepper, 7Up, A&W, Snapple, Bai…

Sodexo names Michael Svagdis CEO of campus, government services

February 12, 2025

Sodexo North America has appointed Michael Svagdis as CEO of campus and government services, U.S., effective Feb. 17, 2025, according to a press release.

The impact of location on vending machine success

by Sandra Carpenter — Editor, Networld Media Group

Vending machines are evolving to meet diverse needs in various locations, offering tailored solutions for enhanced convenience.

Amazon expands Whole Foods CEO's role to oversee grocery stores

January 30, 2025

Amazon is expanding the role of Jason Buechel, CEO of Whole Foods Market, to oversee its Worldwide Grocery Stores business, including Amazon Go convenience…

Texas university installs Farmer's Fridge kiosks for on-campus dining

January 27, 2025

The University of Texas at San Antonio has expanded its dining options with the installation of two Farmer's Fridge smart refrigerators, according to a UTSA…

Red Bull intros two flavors to US customers

January 24, 2025

Energy drink giant Red Bull has launched two flavors in the United States. Joining its existing lineup are Red Bull Pink Edition: Wild Berries and Red Bull…

LBX Food Robotics receives CSA Certification for Bake Xpress

January 24, 2025

LBX Food Robotics, a provider of hot food vending solutions, has received full Canadian Standards Association (CSA) certification for its Bake Xpress hot food…

Calbee America opens research, development center in California

January 23, 2025

Calbee America, Inc. has opened a Research and Development Innovation Center in Madera, California, according to a press release. This facility will support…

At the Watercooler with Brad Ellis of Ruiz Foods

by Sandra Carpenter — Editor, Networld Media Group

Ruiz Foods' Sales Director Brad Ellis discusses his career path, industry trends and personal values, emphasizing customer focus and the importance of teamwork.

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Hershey appoints presidents for U.S. Confection, Salty Snacks

January 20, 2025

The Hershey Company announced the appointment of Andrew Archambault as president, U.S. Confection, and Veronica Villasenor as president, Salty Snacks…