IMG 3532 1 Gearing up for Vendex Midlands

The one-day vending event, Vendex Midlands, is back this March offering visitors an opportunity to get to grips with all the latest developments in the vending industry.

Planned for March 20 at the Marshall Arena in Milton Keynes, Vendex Midlands invites you to step into the future of vending, offering an opportunity to immerse yourself in cutting-edge technologies, connect with top-tier suppliers, and engage with like-minded professionals who are shaping the future of the industry.

Show director Phil Reynolds said: “Due to the unprecedented demand for exhibition stands, we have added a limited number of booths in the very large reception area of the Marshall Arena. Therefore companies occupying these stands will be seen by every visitor on arrival and when they leave. Some of these these spaces have been snapped already so to bag one, contact jenny@trade-events.co.uk

Vendex has also booked an advertising campaign on MKFM the radio station covering the whole of Milton Keynes as well as on the internet via their app.
The 30 seconds advert will be aired nine times a day for five weeks so will be aired for a total of 315 times. The Milton Keynes economy is worth over 12 billion pounds and has over 3000 companies/businesses in the borough. Plus, Phil will be recording a podcast promoting Vendex on the radio stations podcast service.

This is the third time the event is being held in Milton Keynes with the venue proving to be a hit with exhibitors and visitors because of the good road links free parking.

You can expect to see all the top names in vending at the show. Some exibitors offered a preview of what to expect from their stands.

EVOCA (Stands 35-36 ) is encouraging visitors to make a point of getting hands-on with a must-see machine on its stand – the Kometa. The company believes the Kometa – the latest addition to Necta’s K range of coffee machines – is reinventing the HoReCa marketplace.

One of the features of Kometa is the extent to which its functions can be customised. You can create drinks to your personal specification to address the differing requirements of any HoReCa environment. The dispensing area of Kometa can host glasses of up to 20 oz. There’s also a movable cup holder; adjust it up or down to achieve the in-cup quality that both you and your customers demand. The Kometa’s waste bucket can be removed whilst leaving the drip tray in place, and vice-versa.

And while you’re there you can also take a look at two other exciting machines. The latest version of Necta’s Opera Touch is designed specifically to offer fresh-brew tea alongside instant coffee and soup. Finally, you can enjoy a sneak-preview of Necta’s forthcoming Soprano. It’s a machine that is described as a “veritable giant” of a snacks machines.

UK Sales Director Andrew Barrow Andrew Barrow and the team will be on hand to share their expertise.

Meanwhile Laura Barwell, head of business development at VMC (Stand 21) said: “Vendex is always a great event and we’re looking forward to seeing both new and familiar faces at the show.”

“Our range of payment terminals enables our clients to choose the product that best suits their needs rather than a one-size-fits-all approach, something that’s needed more than ever in these changing times. Our systems vary from simple plug and play contactless solutions that are very quick to install, to more complex cashless systems offering a variety of features and integrations that help to boost sales and provide valuable insights and reporting to operators. ”

“We’ll also be bringing along our new kiosk as we’re keen to show visitors at Vendex Midlands the variety of POS solutions we now have on offer, and to share how with the power of VMC Flex in the background they can also increase spending with loyalty and promotions.”

SB Software sees Vendex as a chance to field its strongest crew all in one place together, with its latest innovations ready on hand to demonstrate.

Whether or not you are a client already, you can drop by Stand 44/45 to assess several opportunities, including:

Automated Fleet Routing (the best routing anywhere)
• Fridge Lock (connecting refrigerated units to extend the sales window and trigger interventions including operation via mobile phone)
• The Latest Functionality in Vendmanager
• The ever more popular Nova Micro market Kiosk (fully featured and exceptional value)
• The benefits of integrating micro markets via Vendmanager (to underpin/accelerate efficiency and profitability). We look forward to seeing you on stand 44/45.

Why Vendex Midlands is a must-attend event:

  • Discover Breakthrough Innovations:Get hands-on with the latest vending machines and groundbreaking technologies set to revolutionize your operations.
  • Expand Your Network: Engage in meaningful conversations, exchange ideas, and forge lasting partnerships with industry leaders and peers.
  • Gain Expert Insights:Absorb valuable knowledge from the forefront of vending, helping you navigate the challenges and seize the opportunities of tomorrow.