Vending News & Media

Disneyland Resort adds vending machines for collectible pins

October 5, 2026

Disneyland Resort in Anaheim, California, has introduced vending machines selling exclusive collectible pins for $18 each, according to a report on Mickey…

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TendedBar installs countertop beverage system at Clearwater entertainment center

October 5, 2026

TendedBar has installed its countertop beverage dispensing system at Launch Family Fun Center in Clearwater, Florida, according to a company LinkedIn post.

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Syracuse’s Whitman School adds automated food market

October 2, 2026

Syracuse University's Martin J. Whitman School of Management has replaced traditional vending machines with automated food options at its newly renamed Olsten…

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Betson expands Texas distribution with Dallas facility

October 2, 2026

Betson Enterprises has relocated its Dallas amusement operation to a 103,085-square-foot facility, expanding its equipment distribution capacity for Texas and…

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Valentina Ellison brings airport restaurant experience to automated vending

by Richard Slawsky — Editor, Connect Media

In this Q&A, Valentina Ellison discusses the challenges behind unattended food service, how she evaluates locations and why traveler interest does not always…

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UK deposit return scheme just a year away

October 2, 2026

Circular economy nonprofit Reloop is urging support for the U.K.'s planned deposit return programs as the country marks one year until their scheduled Oct. 1…

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CVG adds White Castle, other hot food vending options

October 1, 2026

Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport has introduced hot food vending machines, including a White Castle machine, according to a WLWT News report.

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TNS adds custom app capability to Android payment terminals

October 1, 2026

Transaction Network Services has debuted Bring Your Own App, a feature allowing operators to develop customer-facing applications for its Android payment…

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Intercard installs cashless system at Taroko Sports in San Antonio

October 1, 2026

Intercard has installed a cashless payment system at the Taroko Sports Center in San Antonio, the company's fourth U.S. location using Intercard technology…

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Texas Vending Service expands workplace refreshment services

October 1, 2026

Texas Vending Service, a Dallas-based, family-owned company, has announced it is expanding its coverage across Texas with fresh meals, coffee, smart coolers…

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Wisconsin health department launches free supply vending machine

September 30, 2026

The Oneida County Health Department in Wisconsin has installed its first public health vending machine, giving residents and visitors free access to health and…

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Coca-Cola names Rob Gehring North America president

September 30, 2026

Coca-Cola has appointed Rob Gehring president of its North America operating unit, effective Dec. 1, according to a press release. He will replace John Murphy…

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Nayax, Getnet partner to expand unattended payments in Latin America and Iberia

September 30, 2026

Nayax and Getnet have announced a partnership to provide integrated cashless payment services for vending machines, electric vehicle chargers, self-service…

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Checkout-free store opens at Washington college

September 29, 2026

365 Retail Markets and Evergreen Refreshments have opened a checkout-free store in the cafeteria at Lake Washington Institute of Technology in Kirkland…

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Connecticut taproom to add vending machine for locally made THC drinks

September 29, 2026

Black Hog Brewing plans to launch a vending machine for THC-infused beverages at its Oxford, Connecticut, taproom on Oct. 1, according to a Hartford Business…

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Alma Dessert opens 24-hour tiramisu kiosk at San Jose airport

September 29, 2026

Alma Dessert has opened a self-service kiosk near Gate 14 in Terminal A at San José Mineta International Airport, according to a Hoodline report. Available…

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South Korean recycling kiosks leave nearly $1M in rewards unclaimed

September 29, 2026

South Koreans have accumulated about 1.2 billion won ($885,000) in unclaimed rewards from kiosks that collect plastic bottles, according to an SBS News report.

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Grants expand wellness vending machines at community colleges

September 28, 2026

A national grant program is helping community colleges and nearby organizations install wellness vending machines stocked with over-the-counter health…

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Ohio couple faces nearly $1M in debt after vending business expansion

September 28, 2026

An Akron, Ohio, couple is nearly $1 million in debt after expanding a vending machine and micro market business, according to a Moneywise report. The husband…

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Pennsylvania hardware chain plans 2nd after-hours vending machine

September 28, 2026

T & M Hardware and Rental plans to install a vending machine stocked with hardware products at its Jackson Township store in Pennsylvania, according to a…

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