Arca Continental acquires US vending firm Imperial

June 9, 2025

Arca Continental, the Mexico-based Coca-Cola bottler and snack producer, will acquire Imperial, a vending business based in Tulsa, Oklahoma, according to a…

Coca-Cola United opens sales center in Auburn

June 6, 2025

Coca-Cola Bottling Company United held a grand opening Wednesday for its sales center and warehouse in Auburn. The company invested $18 million in the…

J.M. Smucker Co. to close Indianapolis Hostess plant by early 2026

June 5, 2025

The J.M. Smucker Co. plans to close its manufacturing facility in Indianapolis, Indiana, which produces items for the company's Hostess brand, according to a…

Dr Pepper re-releases Creamy Coconut flavor for summer

June 5, 2025

Dr Pepper's Creamy Coconut flavor has returned to store shelves for the summer season, according to an MSN report. First introduced last spring, the beverage…

Ponca Tribe of Nebraska launches vending machines with lifesaving supplies

June 4, 2025

The Ponca Tribe of Nebraska is installing specialized vending machines at its health centers, stocked not with food, but with free, potentially life-saving…

Hershey Chocolate founder's story gets Hollywood movie treatment

June 3, 2025

The early history of the Hershey Company and its founder, Milton Hershey, is set for a big-screen adaptation, with filming currently underway, according to a…

Judge dismisses Flamin' Hot Cheetos invention lawsuit, cites lack of factual support

June 3, 2025

A federal judge has dismissed a lawsuit filed by Richard Montañez, who claimed to be the inventor of Flamin' Hot Cheetos, against Frito-Lay and its parent…

Global chocolate market to reach $172.89B by 2030, fueled by AI personalization

June 2, 2025

The global chocolate market is projected to grow from approximately $130.72 billion in 2024 to $172.89 billion by 2030, expanding at a compound annual growth…

Five Star Breaktime Solutions acquires Heart of Georgia Vending

May 28, 2025

Five Star Breaktime Solutions has acquired Heart of Georgia Vending, a Georgia-based vending services company. The transaction marks the third acquisition for…

UK farm vending machine rejected given rural impact

May 28, 2025

A fruit farm's popular vending machine operation faces an uncertain future after local planning authorities in Wokingham, England, denied its application for…

Farmer's Fridge to offer fresh meals on select Delta flights from LAX

May 27, 2025

Farmer's Fridge, known for its fresh, machine-vended meals, is partnering with Delta Air Lines to offer a selection of its chef-curated items on select…

PepsiCo modifies sustainability targets to bolster long-term business strategy

May 23, 2025

PepsiCo has refined its pep+ (PepsiCo Positive) sustainability goals covering climate, packaging, agriculture and water, according to a press release.

Study links taurine, amino acid in energy drinks to leukemia growth

May 23, 2025

A recent study from the University of Rochester's Wilmot Cancer Institute has linked taurine, an amino acid naturally produced by the body and a common…

365 Retail Markets intros modular smart store additions

May 23, 2025

365 Retail Markets, a provider of unattended retail technology, has launched modular smart store options designed to enhance its PicoCooler Vision product…

Viral Labubu collectible dolls arrive in Miami via vending machine

May 22, 2025

A vending machine operated by Chinese retailer Pop Mart has become an attraction at Miami's Dolphin Mall, dispensing the highly sought-after Labubu dolls…

Expanding unattended retail with Byte Technology

Explore how Byte Technology is revolutionizing unattended retail, opening new markets beyond traditional vending with smart kiosk solutions.

URI wellness vending machine offers 24/7 access to health products

May 20, 2025

The University of Rhode Island is providing students with around-the-clock access to low-cost health products through a wellness vending machine in its Robert…

Farmer's Fridge adds steak salad to vending machine menu

May 20, 2025

Farmer's Fridge, a company known for smart vending machines dispensing fresh meals in locations such as airports and hospitals, has expanded its offerings to…

Five Star Breaktime Solutions acquires key markets from Premium Solutions

May 19, 2025

Five Star Breaktime Solutions has acquired key operating markets from Premium Solutions.

Hershey's introduces Milk Chocolate with Caramel Bar for summer

May 16, 2025

The Hershey Company has launched a Hershey's Milk Chocolate with Caramel bar, a limited-edition treat for the summer. The offering combines the classic…