NEWS | Industry Updates French vending event returns


The French Vending Association (NAVSA) has announced the return of the Vending Show event, which will take place from June 25 to 27,2025, at the Parc des Expositions de la Porte de Versailles in Paris.


Social connections at the heart of the 2025 edition This edition will be dedicated to social connections, highlighting the essential contribution of vending professionals. Operators play a crucial role in creating enjoyable and shared moments within companies and public spaces. Building on this idea, Vending Show 2025 will be structured around three main themes: Innovation, Inspiration, and Influence, which will guide both the exhibition and the attendees’ experience. This event will explore the latest market trends and innovations, the evolution of the sector and its players, as well as the challenges and opportunities they face. It will provide an opportunity to reflect collectively on how to respond to social and societal developments that are changing consumer behaviour and habits, and to adapt to the legal and regulatory shifts impacting business model.


Key highlights of the exhibition • The Best Vending Supplier in France Contest and the Best Vending Machine Technician Contest


• General Assemblies of NAVSA (French Vending Association) with a Gala Cocktail


• «HR Meetings» with AKTO (skills centre for the wholesale sector) and the Social Law Department of the Confederation of wholesalers of France (CGF)


• Legal consultations with NAVSA’s partner law firm • Meetings on the Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) sector with approved eco-organizations


• Industry round tables on key topics for the profession


Drink me Chai develop ‘a match-a made in heaven’


• A special keynote speech by a prominent speaker offering an unconventional perspective


Participants will have the opportunity to explore solutions for


environmental, food, and economic transitions, discover ways to enhance the consumer experience, and gain insights into sustainable and responsible business practices. Additionally, discussions will cover the expansion of vending activities to align with new consumer habits and economic opportunities in a post-health and economic crisis context. The event will also shine a spotlight on industry talent and


expertise through national contests like the Best Vending Supplier in France and the Best Vending Machine Technician, emphasizing the importance of attracting new talent and revitalizing initial and ongoing training programmes to ensure the future of the profession. Vending Show 2025 is a must-attend event for professionals in the sector and, more broadly, for all stakeholders shaping the present and future of vending services in France and beyond.


Launching in the OOH space after a successful retail launch in November last year, Drink me Chai Matcha Latte combines two of the flavour trends of the moment – matcha and chai, as Drink me Chai brand manager, Rebekha White, explains. “Drink me Chai Matcha Latte really is a match-a made in heaven


– not just for consumers that are looking to quench their thirst for an exotic and unique drinking experience out of the home, but for baristas and caterers too. After all, this carefully crafted blend provides baristas with a perfect opportunity to keep ahead-of-the- game by offering a premium - yet-easy-make - drink that combines two trending beverages into one single serve.” Bursting with flavour and aroma, Drink me Chai’s Matcha Latte blend infuses matcha green tea with powdered skimmed milk, and Drink me Chai’s signature blend of chai spices that consumers know and love, including cinnamon, ginger and cloves. To create a single serve, operators simply need to add 200ml of the customer’s choice of milk into a steaming jug, along with four teaspoons of Drink me Chai Matcha Latte. Once warmed through, pour into a mug and serve. For an iced twist, add four teaspoons of Drink me Chai Matcha


Latte powder into a mug, add a splash of hot water and mix into a paste. Once smooth, top the paste with 200ml of the customer’s choice of cold milk and stir. Once combined, transfer the cold matcha latte mix over to an ice-filled glass and serve. Suitable for those following a vegetarian diet, and containing


Aimia Foods for Professionals has launched Drink me Chai Matcha Latte.


no artificial ingredients, colours or preservatives, Drink me Chai Matcha Latte fills a gap in the market for an easy-to-create, authentic solution combining two prominent flavours – Matcha and Chai.


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