The Vendies (formerly the Vending Industry Awards) will return to Manchester during AVEX this July. Entries are now being accepted in all categories.
Organised by Datateam Business Media, publishers of Vending International, the event is designed to reward and celebrate the achievements of the vending industry, whilst providing a valuable networking opportunity.
Responding to industry feedback, new categories, including Best Machine Innovation Concept, Best Payment or Cashless System and Best New Product have been introduced. For more information on categories and criteria, please visit the website.
“To keep the event fresh, we have a brand new venue, the Hilton Manchester Deansgate”, Event Director Hannah Dedman said. ‘With its exclusive Cloud 23 bar with panoramic city views, it is a fitting location for the industry event of the year.”
PepsiCo will be sponsoring the Vendie for Best Snack/Confectionery Product. Customer Business Manager Stephen Hendry said “We are delighted to be supporting The Vendies at AVEX 2015 for the second year running, and in particular to be sponsoring the Best Snack/Confectionery category. This award is a superb fit for our brands and further shows the commitment of Walkers Snacks to the vending industry. These awards recognise the best of the best in our industry and give true recognition to manufacturers who bring new ideas and initiatives to the market place.”
Douwe Egberts return to sponsor the award for Best Vending Operator (5-9m annual turnover). “We are excited to join in celebrating another great year in vending”, Marketing Manager Euan Thomas said.
