Micro Markets News & Media
Compass Foodbuy approves Habco Manufacturing
November 4, 2021
Foodbuy, a product and equipment purchasing organization owned by Compass Group USA, has listed Habco Manufacturing, a manufacturer of commercial refrigeration…
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How SWOT analysis saved our business in difficult times
Through SWOT we knew in 2008 that the vending industry would be depressed for the foreseeable future, so we looked at this totally unproven, new technology …
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Pandemic spurs UK vending, micro market gains, despite ‘traditional’ vending’s setback
October 29, 2021
The pandemic has given new life to vending machines and micro markets in the U.K., according to a BBC report.
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Micro market/technology powerhouse set to boost convenience services
by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times
Joe Hessling, founder and CEO of 365 Retail Markets, envisions a big future for the recent merger of his company with Avanti Markets and Lightspeed Automation.
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Aramark names Kim Scott president/CEO of uniform services
October 11, 2021
Kim Scott Aramark CEO John Zillmer announced today the appointment of Kim Scott as president and CEO of Aramark Uniform Services, effective…
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Micro markets, technology put Massachusetts operation in recovery mode
by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times
Norwood, Massachusetts based Foley Foodservice has recovered to around 80% of its pre-COVID sales, doubling its business since the low-point of the pandemic.
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Compass Group expects strong Q4 2021 finish led by sports, leisure
September 21, 2021
Compass Group PLC expects fourth quarter revenue to rise to 86% of its 2019 Q4 revenue by the close of its financial year on Sept. 30, according to an update…
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365 Retail Markets and Avanti Markets merge
September 15, 2021
365 Retail Markets and Avanti Markets, the two largest micro market companies, have merged, along with LightSpeed Automation, the companies announced on…
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Legend Food Service acquires Varsity Vending and Micro Markets
September 15, 2021
Legend Food Service, a provider of workplace convenience solutions, has acquired Prince Frederick, Maryland-based Varsity Vending and Micro Markets for an…
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Aramark introduces contactless ordering at NFL stadiums
September 8, 2021
Aramark Corp., a food and beverage partner of 10 NFL teams, is introducing state-of-the-art ordering methods to enhance the game day experience, including…
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Investment firm acquires Minus Forty, QBD to form refrigeration powerhouse
September 8, 2021
Ronin Equity Partners, an investment firm, has acquired Minus Forty and QBD, Toronto area based manufacturers of commercial refrigeration equipment, for…
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Automated food kiosk draws 6,400 Facebook likes in Malaysia
September 7, 2021
The first "smart kiosk" offering fresh food and beverages in Malaysia near a highway has generated over 6,400 Facebook likes, according to a malaymail.com…
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Micro markets lead convenience services rebound after pandemic-driven setback
by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times
Micro markets, unattended stores that offer consumers open product shelving and automated cashless payment from a self-checkout kiosk, suffered the lowest loss…
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Performance Food Group completes Core-Mark acquisition
September 2, 2021
Performance Food Group Co. has completed the acquisition of Core-Mark Holding Co. Inc., creating a convenience business within PFG's Vistar segment that…
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Oregon convenience services operator named to Inc 5000 4th straight year
August 26, 2021
Royal ReFresh, formally Royal Vending, in Tigard, Oregon has been recognized on the Inc. 5000 list as one of the fastest growing private firms in America for…
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Payment options expand: What solutions are right for your customers?
by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times
A panel at the National Automatic Merchandising Association show at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center in New Orleans last week explored the opportunities…
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Surging self-service innovation responds to technologically empowered consumers
by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times
The 2021 NAMA Show in New Orleans hosted a wealth of education sessions and a trade show showcasing extensive innovations.
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How a shifting retail landscape challenges convenience services
by Elliot Maras — Editor, Kiosk Marketplace & Vending Times
A panel of industry veterans tackled this question head on during a session at the NAMA show Wednesday in New Orleans: 'The future of convenience services: Are…
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Virtuix releases ‘Paranormal’ for Omni Arena
August 12, 2021
Virtuix, creator of the Omni Arena virtual reality e-sports attraction, has released its sixth game, "Paranormal," for Omni Arena.
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Parlevel, Shekel Brainweigh, Imbera release hubz smart cooler to North America
August 12, 2021
Hubz, a product line specializing in smart, unattended retail points of sale, has announced the North American general availability of its hubz smart cooler…
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