Crane Convenience has launched a new range of coffee machines in the UK and Europe, featuring updated digital interfaces, connectivity and fleet management capabilities.

Indian coffee equipment and services provider Kaapi Machines has secured an equity investment of INR 500 million (approx. $5.3 million) from B2B hospitality solutions company Sedna Horeca.

Coffee equipment manufacturer Mago Maga has introduced Roma-X, its third-generation AI-powered home coffee roaster.

In these interviews at Venditalia 2026, Refreshment explores 365 Retail Markets’ latest unattended retail innovations, including age-verification technology, PicoCoffee Plus, PicoFreezer Vision, Stockwell 2.0 and VisionLink, and more.

The National Automatic Merchandising Association (NAMA) has appointed Michael Schwartz as chair of its board of directors for 2026-27.

Portable coffee equipment brand Wacaco has launched Prestina, a manual immersion coffee brewer.

co-founders Youssef and Rawad offers a compelling glimpse into what happens when innovation, design and attention to taste come together in a single pod.

De Jong Duke has launched Nio Next, a new fully automatic bean-to-cup coffee machine designed for workplaces, public environments and other high-volume professional settings.

Automation, frictionless retail and sustainability emerged as defining themes at Venditalia 2026, as the vending and unattended retail sectors gathered in Rimini, Italy, to showcase the technologies shaping the future of consumer convenience.

Premium coffee brand L’or is expanding its range with the launch of Coconut Iced Capsules, aimed at tapping into rising demand for flavoured, barista-style drinks at home.

Smeg USA has expanded its coffee portfolio with the launch of a new espresso and cold brew machine, alongside a multi-purpose coffee grinder and additional colour options across its countertop appliances.

De Jong Duke has introduced Lina, a new professional coffee machine aimed at workplaces, hospitality settings and public environments.