Vending News & Media

Ireland's first 24-hour pizza vending machine launches

July 29, 2024

A new way to purchase pizza has arrived in Ireland with the launch of the Bosca Pizza vending machine, according to an Irish Independent Report. The company…

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NYC public health vending machine program stalls

July 26, 2024

New York City's initiative to install 10 public health vending machines across the city has fallen short, according to a VNY report. Despite initial plans…

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Worcester unveils trash bag vending machines

July 26, 2024

Worcester, Massachusetts has introduced a solution to a common urban problem: the difficulty in purchasing municipal trash bags. The city has installed a…

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Hardin, Montana vending machine provides free recovery resources

July 25, 2024

A vending machine called "the healthy choices kiosk" installed at the H.O.P.E. recovery center in Hardin, Montana, is proving to be successful, according to a…

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Felfel brings Swiss smart fridge to New York

July 24, 2024

Swiss startup Felfel is bringing its hospitality-inspired Smart Fridge to the New York City area, according to a press release. The fridge offers employees…

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Hempacco expands market reach with asset acquisition

July 24, 2024

Hempacco Co. Inc. has acquired certain assets from Simtech LLC. The deal includes the acquisition of over 100 vending machines and 77 sales booths, which will…

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Abu Dhabi encourages recycling with 25 reverse vending machines

July 24, 2024

Tadweer Group, a sustainable waste management company, has installed 25 reverse vending machines in high foot traffic locations across Abu Dhabi, according to…

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Irish university installs reverse vending machine

July 23, 2024

University College Cork has become the first Irish campus to install a reverse vending machine as part of its ongoing efforts to reduce plastic waste…

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Gumball.com, SweetRobo partner on robotic vending machines

July 22, 2024

Gumball.com has partnered with SweetRobo to develop and distribute a new line of robotic vending machines, according to a press release. SweetRobo specializes…

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Refresco expands plant-based beverage footprint

July 22, 2024

Refresco, a global beverage solutions provider, has acquired Frías Nutrición, a leading Spanish manufacturer of plant-based drinks. The deal, subject to…

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Viral TikTok propels Irish egg vending machine to US market

July 22, 2024

A viral TikTok video has sent an innovative egg vending machine from Ireland on a global journey, with its sights now set on the U.S. market, according to an…

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Aldi, Rewe test food vending machines for 24/7 fresh food access

July 22, 2024

German grocery chains Aldi and Rewe are testing a new trend: food vending machines offering fresh produce and staples around the clock, according to a Basic…

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Oshkosh Express Laundry Center hosts free laundry, early literacy day

July 19, 2024

The Oshkosh Express Laundry Center partnered with the LaundryCares Foundation and Girbau North America to host a Free Laundry & Early Literacy Day for the…

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Automatic pani puri vending machine in Bengaluru goes viral

July 16, 2024

A social media post featuring an automatic pani puri vending machine in Bengaluru's HSR Layout has captured widespread attention, according to a News 2…

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Ammunition vending machines arrive in Oklahoma grocery stores

July 16, 2024

Some Oklahoma grocery stores now have the controversial ammunition vending machines, according to a PoncaCity Now report.

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Copenhagen Airport partners with iCoupon for 24/7 vending machine access

July 15, 2024

Copenhagen Airport has announced a collaboration with global intelligent vouchering platform iCoupon and 7-Eleven Go, allowing passengers to use vouchers for…

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How to start a vending machine business: 3 Ps to success

by Sandra Carpenter — Editor, Networld Media Group

This guide equips you with the knowledge of the 'three P's' needed to launch and manage a successful vending machine business.

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Malaysia's Ministry of Health to ban all smoking products in vending machines

July 12, 2024

Malaysia's Ministry of Health is finalizing regulations to enforce a ban on selling all smoking products, including electronic cigarettes (vapes), through…

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Nestlé surprises Americans, Canadians with cross-border candy bar vending machine

July 12, 2024

On July 4, Coffee Crisp, a popular Canadian Nestlé chocolate bar, became available to U.S. customers for the first time, but could only be gifted by a…

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McDonald's Meats in Minnesota now offers 24/7 meat vending machine

July 12, 2024

McDonald's Meats in Clear Lake, Minnesota has unveiled a 24/7 meat vending machine, according to a WJON news report.

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