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Considering the usability of self-service machines, kiosks and checkouts
By Vending International on March 8, 2024Modern vending machines, order kiosks and self-checkouts that we deploy and see every day in airports, stations, fast food outlets and supermarkets, are highly developed devices. Designed to dispense, deliver, get orders and take payment as efficiently as possible,...
80% of 85 to 95-year-olds now pay with contactless
By Vending International on March 8, 2024New Consumer Spend data from Barclays’ annual contactless trends report has revealed that 2023 was another record-breaking year for ‘touch and pay’, further cementing it as the UK’s most popular payment method, owing to its speed and convenience. Usage...
Vianet showcases triumphs and commitment to talent development
By Vending International on March 8, 2024Vianet, a prominent player in the technology and data analytics industry, celebrated National Apprenticeship Week by highlighting the outstanding achievements of its apprentices. With 10% of its workforce engaged in apprenticeship programmes last year, Vianet is steadfast in its...
PFAS and why they matter to vending
By Vending International on March 8, 2024Hundreds of Per-and polyfluoroalkyl (PFAS) chemicals that contain fluorine, sometimes referred to as “forever chemicals” because they currently have no known breakdown pathway in nature, are expected to be banned in the UK the Vending & Automated Retail Association...
Hot vending takes off at London Luton Airport
By Vending International on March 7, 2024Kepak and PG Group Vending have reached an industry milestone by launching Europe’s first Hot Vend Kiosk in an airport. The innovative one-stop automated retail solution has officially been installed at London Luton Airport (LLA). The Kepak exclusive Hot...
Gearing up for Vendex Midlands
By Vending International on February 15, 2024The 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...
SB Software appoints technical account manager
By Vending International on February 15, 2024SB Software has announced the appointment of Oliver Millson as technical account manager, joining the company’s growing crew of experienced professionals on hand to support clients in getting more and more commercial benefits from technology and data. Oliver can...
Selecta and FrieslandCampina announce strategic partnership
By Vending International on February 15, 2024Selecta, Europe’s the route-based, self-service FoodTech provider, has announced a strategic partnership with FrieslandCampina, a global dairy company. This collaboration, spanning all 16 markets where Selecta operates, marks a significant step forward in their joint mission to provide exceptional...