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NAMA Show cancelled

(REPEAT) The National Automatic Merchandising Association (NAMA) announced that they are cancelling their annual show.


Sweets & Snacks Expo Cancelled

The National Confectioners Association stated that they were “extremely disappointed,” there will be virtual, distance learning sessions and refunds available.


SNAXPO rescheduled due to pandemic

SNAC International, the international trade association for the snack industry, announced the rescheduling of SNAXPO.


Parlevel shares COVID-19 best practices video

Parlevel recently published a video titled “Coronavirus Operations Guide,” which gives advice to vending, micro market, and office coffee operators on how to run their business during these challenging times.


Coronavirus checklist for convenience operators

Operating a business during the COVID-19 health crisis is one thing, but trying to run a convenience operation is something else entirely. From finding funding to keeping your accounts running, this checklist will help keep your business afloat.


New Government loans and support for small businesses

Emergency Business Accounts and Small and Medium-Sized Business loans are among some forms of financial aid for businesses hit by COVID-19.
 
Beverages 
 
Beverage

Fruit-juice infused sparkling water

Spindrift, a new flavoured sparkling water should be a hit for healthy vending operators and micromarkets looking for a low-sugar alternative to soft drinks. » Learn More
 
Beverage

Flow Alkaline Spring Water’s new line

For convenience services or micromarkets seeking snacks with ingredients they can feel good about, Stonyfield is offering an organic drinkable yogurt. » Learn More
 
More News 
 

UPDATE: Convenience markets considered “essential services” in Ontario

The Office of the Ontario Premier issued an updated list of companies considered essential services. Micro-markets, convenience services are among those considered essential. » Read more...

Ontario Minister of Finance’s new tabled measures for convenience markets

Ontario’s Minister of Finance tabled several measures to assist residents of Ontario impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. The measures were quickly enacted by the Legislature. » Read more...

Gameloft announces in-game gifts and free content during social isolation

Gameloft, announced that players will receive in-game gifts and free content across some of Gameloft’s most popular portfolio of games on the App Store, Google Play, Microsoft Store and Nintendo Switch™, to bring them some fun while staying home and safe. » Read more...

Paytronix new rapid launch payment system

With dine-in experiences shut down for many micromarkets and coffee services, Paytronix has rolled out a way for operators to stand-up an online order and delivery program in just a few days. » Read more...

Ontario launches ‘Stop The Spread’ hotline

The province of Ontario has launched a toll-free line to provide support to businesses who have questions about the emergency order to close at-risk workplaces. » Read more...
 
Snacks: 
 
Snack

PepsiCo providing enhanced benefits and additional compensation

PepsiCo announced it will provide enhanced benefits to all U.S.-based employees and additional compensation to U.S. frontline employees – the women and men who make, move and sell products – amidst the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. » Learn more
 
Events: 
 

[CANCELLED] The Sweets & Snacks Expo

May 18 – May 21, 2020
Location: Chicago, IL
» Learn More