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Vendex Midlands 2026 – 20% larger than last year as new exhibitor demand accelerates
Vendex Midlands 2026, the UK’s leading exhibition dedicated to vending, unattended retail, and micro markets, will return to Arena MK on 25 March 2026, and is already 20% larger than last year’s Midlands show and 10% larger than the previously largest Vendex event...
Don’t miss out: Get your entries in by 27 February 2026
Time is running out to be part of The Vendies 2026. With the entry deadline fast approaching on 27 February, now is the moment to put your achievements in the spotlight and secure your place in the industry’s most prestigious awards. Returning on 3 June 2026 at the...
Beverage equipment specialist showcases innovation at Prague event
SEB Professional hosted a two-day event in Prague on January 19 and 20, welcoming partners and industry professionals. The event marked the presentation of different innovations from WMF, Schaerer, La San Marco and Zummo. Â Â A highlight of the event was the...
Nayax wins Best POS Solution at The Card & Payments Awards 2026
Nayax Ltd, the global payments service provider specialising in unattended commerce, has been named Best POS Solution at The Card and Payments Awards 2026. Unlike traditional POS systems designed primarily for staffed retail environments, Nayax’s technology is built...
A year of progress and a confident step toward 2026
The AVA 2025 Annual Review is now available, providing an in-depth review of the last 12 months, highlighting trends and looking forward to the challenges and opportunities facing the vending and automated retail industry over the next year and beyond. Highlights of...
Why are Broderick’s machines always full? New scientific paper has the answers
Broderick’s, the family-run vending and refreshments operator, has announced the publication of a scientific paper that verifies the company’s long-standing reputation for delivering  reliable, best-performing vending machines. The research, ‘Vending Machine Product...
CPI rebrands vending business as Crane Convenience
Crane Payment Innovations (CPI), part of Crane NXT Co., a specialist in payment and vending solutions, has announced the rebranding of its vending business as Crane Convenience, a move designed to reaffirm its leadership position and highlight its commitment to...
Frictionless futures: how payment tech is powering automated retail in 2026
Going into 2026, payment systems continue to sit at the heart of innovation in vending and automated retail. As consumer expectations sharpen around speed, convenience and personalisation, the market is moving even further toward frictionless, tech-enabled experiences...
Hydration demand increases as consumers prioritise sustainability and quality
Demand for reliable, cost-effective and sustainable water provision – both on site and on the go – is set to grow over the next 12 months as more consumers seek healthier and sustainable drinking solutions. Matthew Orme, director at water brand Wenlock Spring, said:...
Industry outlook for 2026: the future of automated retail
As the vending and automated retail sector looks ahead to 2026, the pace of regulatory change is set to shape the market as much as technology and consumer behaviour. David Llewellyn, chief executive of the AVA, outlines the forces he believes will define the year...
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THE VENDIES
The Vending Industry Awards are making a live return for 2024!
Following the success of the Vendies 2023 live awards ceremony- organised by the publishers of Vending International, Datateam Business Media – we are excited to announce that the Vendies will be returning for 2024!
