Vending News

Lenders file antitrust claim against Selecta Group

November 13, 2025

Selecta Group, a Swiss vending machine operator, and some of the company's majority bondholders, have been sued for allegedly violating U.S. competition law.

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iPhone film vending machines filling a need in Japan

November 13, 2025

Film Labo vending machines in Japan are being embraced by iPhone users given the machine's simple and effective method of applying screen protection film.

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DC vending machine dispenses books near White House

November 13, 2025

A vending machine just steps from the White House, World Bank, and International Monetary Fund is fueling minds with local literature, not snacks.

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Sheehan Brothers nears big milestone with 300th micromarket install

November 12, 2025

Sheehan Brothers Vending, a staple in the Ohio vending industry, is nearing a significant milestone with its 300th micromarket installation planned for this…

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Baton Rouge police on lookout for vending machine thieves

November 12, 2025

Police in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, are on the lookout for two individuals who stole cash from vending machines. The men who were caught on camera allegedly used…

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NCSA Inducts 11 industry leaders into the Candy Hall of Fame

November 11, 2025

The National Confectionery Sales Association has honored 11 industry leaders with inclusion into the Candy Hall of Fame.

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NYC launches vending machine with fresh eggs, meat, produce

November 10, 2025

NYC non-profit Change Food For Good just installed its first free food vending machine. Located at Kips Bay Boys & Girls Club in the Bronx, the vending…

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Gen Z loves Nerds, the candy kind

November 10, 2025

When it comes to candy the Gen Z demographic is all about nerds, Nerds candy to be specific.

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North Carolina elementary students earn free books from vending machine

November 7, 2025

Students at Arthur W. Edwards Elementary School in Havelock, North Carolina, are earning books instead of snacks thanks to a vending machine unveiled Friday…

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Dartmouth Dining reports repeated theft, vandalism at campus vending machines

November 7, 2025

Dartmouth Dining officials say theft and vandalism have become persistent issues at the college's 83 Fresh Zone vending machines, with up to a dozen incidents…

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Amazon Pharmacy to launch prescription pickup kiosks in Los Angeles clinics

November 6, 2025

Amazon Pharmacy will begin installing prescription pickup kiosks inside select One Medical clinics across the Los Angeles area in December, expanding its…

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Lindbergh Elementary rewards strong attendance with book vending machine

November 5, 2025

Students at Lindbergh Elementary School in St. Joseph, Missouri, are earning books instead of snacks from a special vending machine as part of a program to…

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Mini art vending machine debuts at Fairfax City brewery

November 5, 2025

A vending machine at Commonwealth Brewing Co. in Fairfax, Virginia, is offering miniature art prints instead of snacks as part of a local initiative to…

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Reverse vending machine market projected to reach $451.9M by 2032

November 4, 2025

The global reverse vending machine market is expected to grow from $286.6 million in 2025 to $451.9 million by 2032, expanding at a compound annual growth rate…

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Quest Nutrition introduces high-protein chocolate frosted donuts

October 28, 2025

Quest Nutrition, part of The Simply Good Foods Co., has launched its first-ever donuts with the debut of Quest Bake Shop Chocolate Frosted Donuts, offering 1…

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Twix launches first Hallowmas celebration blending Halloween with holiday cheer

October 27, 2025

Twix, part of Mars Inc., is debuting Hallowmas, a celebration combining spooky and festive traditions with limited-edition treats, a sweepstakes and a New York…

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Planters reintroduces Special Reserve peanuts for National Nut Day

October 22, 2025

The Planters brand is marking National Nut Day with the return of its limited-edition Special Reserve peanuts, according to a press release.

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8-year-old Brooklyn artist turns vending machine into creative business

October 21, 2025

What began as a family lesson about saving money has turned into a small neighborhood sensation for eight-year-old Linus Piepmeyer, who operates a vending…

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