Refreshment focuses on the water dispenser/cooler, office coffee service and vending sectors, while also taking an in-depth look into products for vending from bottled water and drinks, to snacks and confectionery. It also focuses on hydration, health and wellness, new technologies and environmental and social responsibility issues.
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Micro markets
Cantaloupe to be acquired by 365 Retail Markets in $848m deal
Self-service commerce technology provider Cantaloupe has agreed to be acquired by 365 Retail Markets in an all-cash deal worth approximately $848 million.
Opinion: From cash to contactless – why frictionless payments are key to F&B success
Michael Ault, UK country manager at myPOS, explores how payment technologies are reshaping the industry and why embracing these tools is now essential for staying competitive in a rapidly evolving market.
Five Star purchases select operations from Premium Solutions
Five Star Breaktime Solutions has expanded its service footprint in Central Tennessee and South-Central Kentucky through the acquisition of key operations from Premium Solutions.
Cantaloupe unveils Go Micro for micro markets
Cantaloupe has introduced the a new self-service kiosk, named Go Micro, aimed at helping operators to start or scale their micro market business.
Nayax and Seco unveil smart payment-enabled solutions for OEMs
Nayax and Seco have announced a strategic partnership aimed at embedding Nayax’s payment platform into Seco’s Internet of Things devices.
Sodexo to open nearly 100 unattended c-stores across US college campuses by 2026
Sodexo has announced plans to open nearly 100 'Food Hive' micro markets across US college campuses by 2026.
Cantaloupe launches 24/7 smart stores to address retail challenges
Cantaloupe has introduced its new smart store technology, called Smart Store Series.
Sodexo to purchase US catering and foodservice business CRH Catering
Sodexo is set to acquire CRH Catering, a convenience solutions provider in the Mid-Atlantic region.
Sodexo launches four new frictionless eat>NOW stores at US universities
Sodexo has launched four new eat>NOW frictionless grocery stores at US universities.
Opinion: UK vending industry – Evolving to meet B2B demands in food and beverage
David Llewellyn, CEO of AVA, provides further insights into the on-going transformation within the industry.
EVA report highlights revenue recovery in European vending and OCS sector
The European vending and OCS industry has recovered its revenue, exceeding pre-pandemic levels for the first time since 2019.
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