Gold Medal introduces popcorn vending machines

May 3, 2023

Gold Medal, a Cincinnati, Ohio-based manufacturer of concessions equipment, has introduced its Ready Series cashless popcorn machines, according to a press…

Detroit pot machine operator pleads guilty to illegal gun possession

May 3, 2023

A Detroit man who sold cannabis from a vending machine attached to his house pled guilty to unlawfully possessing a gun, according to a 9and10news.com report.

UK’s Hopwells acquires Windsor Foodservice

May 3, 2023

Hopwells, a Bilborough, U.K.-based frozen food wholesaler, has acquired Windsor Foodservice, based in Barnsley, U.K., a provider of chilled goods including…

John B Sanfilippo boosts Q3 2023 sales, earnings

May 3, 2023

John B. Sanfilippo & Son Inc. boosted its Q3 2023 sales and earnings driven by higher sales volume, according to a press release. Highlights include:

Starbucks percolates solid Q2

by Cherryh Cansler — Editor, FastCasual.com

May 3, 2023

Starbucks CEO Laxman Narasimhan said the chain was focused on advancing technology, enhancing equipment, and streamlining operations.

Sysco boosts Q3 2023 sales, earnings

May 2, 2023

Sysco Corp. lifted its Q3 2023 sales and earnings over the prior year period, according to an earnings report. Highlights include:

Liberty Coca-Cola intros new Coke can design to US

May 2, 2023

Liberty Coca-Cola Beverages has introduced the brand's first sleek 12-ounce aluminium can in the U.S. The products will be available in locations across the…

Mexico cracks down on vape vending machines

May 2, 2023

The Mexican government continued its crackdown on vape vending machines this past weekend, shutting down two such machines in Tulum, according to a Riviera…

J&J Snack Foods reports record sales for Q2 2023

May 2, 2023

J&J Snack Foods Corp. reported a record second quarter as sales jumped 20% over the prior year period, according to an earnings release.

Luckin Coffee raises Q1 2023 sales, earnings

May 1, 2023

Luckin Coffee Inc., a pioneer in coffee vending and a competitor to Starbucks in China that returned to growth this year following a 2021 bankruptcy, boosted…

Networld Media Group launches Automation & Self-Service

May 1, 2023

Networld Media Group has announced the newest addition to its portfolio of online B2B media brands. The website, Automation & Self-Service, provides news…

Alcohol vending machines draw controversy in India

May 1, 2023

Politicians in Tamil Nadu, India, have criticized the government for introducing vending machines to sell bottled liquor.

Coca-Cola announces executive changes

April 28, 2023

The Coca-Cola Co. has named several executives, according to a press release.

Keurig Dr Pepper boosts Q1 2023 sales on higher pricing, earnings slide

April 28, 2023

Keurig Dr Pepper Inc. lifted its Q1 2023 sales boosted by higher pricing while earnings took a hit, according to a press release. Highlights include:

Texas A&M University tech supply store adds vending machine

April 28, 2023

12th Man Technology, a technology supply store on the Texas A&M University campus, has placed a vending machine in the school's Zachry building to offer…

Tyson Foods to lay off employees

April 27, 2023

Tyson Foods Inc. will lay off about 10% of corporate jobs and 15% of senior leadership positions, Chief Executive Donnie King told employees on Wednesday…

Hershey reports strong Q1 2023 boosted by pricing, customer demand

April 27, 2023

Hershey Co. boosted its Q1 2023 results driven by pricing and strong customer demand, according to an earnings report. Highlights include:

Meals on Wheels of New Mexico offers healthy vending machines

April 27, 2023

Meals on Wheels of New Mexico introduced its Forage vending machines to provide healthy meals to local hospitals, according to a krqe.com report.

Novelty vending machines expand in Washington town

April 27, 2023

Vending machines offering arts and craft items have popped up around Bellingham, Washington in the past year, according to a Cascade Daily report.

PepsiCo launches sustainability initiative for customers

April 27, 2023

PepsiCo Inc. has introduced pep+ Partners for Tomorrow, a platform that delivers solutions that aim to support its customers in achieving their sustainability…