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WHA and Just a Drop plan to bring fresh water to hundreds in Zambia
By Vending International on February 14, 2023Here in the UK we sometimes take our clean drinking water for granted. The mission of the Water Dispenser and Hydration Association (WHA) is to make it easier to rehydrate, anywhere… in offices, homes, schools, restaurants, leisure centres and...
Ready to drink tea and coffee market size on upward trajectory
By Vending International on February 14, 2023The global ready to drink tea and coffee market size reached US$ 94.3 billion in 2021. Looking forward, market researcher Research & Markets expects it to reach US$ 140.7 billion by 2027, exhibiting a CAGR of 6.9% during 2021-2027....
The Vendies 2023 call for entries – don’t miss the February 28 deadline!
By Vending International on January 23, 2023Time is running out to enter The Vendies 2023 so don’t miss out on the opportunity to get your entry in by February 28 and stand a chance of winning a coveted industry award. The event will be held...
Bright future for smart vending
By Vending International on January 23, 2023The increase in demand for self-service technology, and the implementation of IoT and AI services such as cashless transactions and cloud-based systems are primary factors driving the smart/intelligent vending machine market. According to a ResearchAndMarkets report, the market is...
Caffeine Limited appoints new operations manager
By Vending International on January 23, 2023Jodie Makin has been appointed operations manager at UK coffee machine specialist, Caffeine Limited. She brings a wealth of experience to the role, which sees her co-ordinating the work of the different departments at Caffeine to ensure customers get...
Marco Beverage Systems acquired by the Middleby Corporation
By Vending International on January 23, 2023The Middleby Corporation has announced the acquisition of Marco Beverage Systems, a designer and manufacturer of innovative and energy-efficient beverage dispense solutions. Based in Dublin, Ireland, Marco has annual revenues of $30 million. The acquisition represents an opportunity to...
New chief for Nestlé UK and Ireland
By Vending International on January 23, 2023Richard Watson is to become chief executive of Nestlé UK and Ireland as Stefano Agostini moves to a new role after six years as market head. Richard is the current managing director for Nestlé Confectionery in the UK...
AVA committed to helping members overcome industry challenges
By Vending International on January 23, 2023The Vending & Automated Retail Association (AVA) has reflected on the events of 2022 and highlighted key issues that will continue to impact the vending industry throughout the year ahead. Following another successful annual census last year, the AVA...