NEWS | Industry Updates West Midlands charities
receive donations Connecting with Trussell Trust Foodbanks in Erdington, Longbridge, Smithswood and Aston & Nechells, Mondelēz International has delivered treats to locations across the region.
2019 Census reveals 5.2% increase in
vending turnover The Automatic Vending Association (AVA) has announced that its new 2019 Census has been completed and is available to members. It includes the first in-depth Coffee-
to-Go report which shows the sector turnover is £670 million, taking the overall industry revenue to £2.21 billion in 2019 and also the first micromarket report. Some of the key points found in the 2019 Census are as follows:
• Turnover from traditional vending & OCS is up 5.2% to £1.54 billion with price increases more than off-setting the ongoing declines in both consumption and machine base • Significant investments in improving the proposition: more than 50% of regular cups now paper, cashless readers now on 36% of the base, and the total number of micromarkets up to around 200. • Ongoing growth in use of telemetry to improve service and efficiency: around 30% of the traditional vending base is actively using telemetry for technical fault alerts and out-of-stock alerts, with some operators also using the data for dynamic route planning.
With foodbanks relying on food donations more
than ever to feed local people in crisis, the contributions will help the Trussell Trust to continue providing essential support during the pandemic crisis. And as a way of expressing appreciation to NHS
staff across the region, Cadbury Easter products were donated to Birmingham’s Children’s Hospital, Birmingham Women’s Hospital, Good Hope Hospital, The Priory Hospital, NHS Burton, Hollymoor Ambulance Hub and the Ambulance Centre in Erdington in time for the holiday period. The snacking company also donated treats to
care homes and elderly people across the West Midlands including Roxton and Asprey care homes in Sutton Coldfield, Bournville Village Trust and Stirchley Care home. Rosemary Cripps, volunteer coordinator of the
Aston & Nechells Trussell Trust Foodbank, said: “It’s no surprise that this period is putting substantial pressure on foodbanks across the country, therefore we’re delighted and really appreciate the support from Mondeléz International at this time, as well as all year round. “Time and again over the past decade, foodbanks
across the UK – aided by a generous public who have donated time, food and money – have stepped up to protect people on the lowest incomes in our communities. Now more than ever, we need any support possible across all our foodbanks.” Kelly Farrell, community affairs manager at Mondeléz International, commented: “I’m so proud of the way our teams at Cadbury World, Minworth and Bournville have come together to support their local communities at this time of need. We wanted to offer a small token to those in need over the Easter weekend and the coming weeks and hope to spread a little joy in these difficult circumstances. We would also like to thank all the charities for all their amazing work during this time.”
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The AVA Census has been carried out since 1983 mapping huge changes in the industry, in consumer preferences, reflecting new legislation and changes in business and society as well as economic cycles. AVA chief executive David Llewellyn said: “What the 2020
AVA chief executive David Llewellyn
Census will show as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic remains to be seen, but there is no doubt it will be have a significant impact.” “As we progressed through 2019 there were several challenges to business to be addressed. There were up to 27 different pieces of proposed or impending legislation, all of which would have an effect on the UK vending industry.
“The key ones being the business uncertainty around Brexit; HM Treasury’s single
Use Plastic Tax consultation; Defra & Scotland’s progression towards a Deposit Return Scheme; European legislation concerning energy classification of machines and refrigerant changes; and the constant pressure for a levy or charge on single use cups encouraging re-usable cups. “The Covid-19 pandemic has demonstrated the essential need for packaging in all
material formats to ensure the continued availability of food and beverages in a manner safe, hygienic and free of contamination. “Despite all of this, we have seen a 5.2% increase in vending industry turnover.
This reflects an increase in cup pricing due to premium drink quality and a wider range of consumer products on offer. For example, the increasing move to healthier products with cold drinks seeing a 75% increase, since 2017, in drinks with under 5g per 100ml of sugar and a 120% increase in confectionery and sweet lines with less than 250kcal.”
illycaffè introduces decaffeinato
espresso to aluminium capsules range Illycaffè has expanded its line of aluminium coffee capsules, which are compatible with Nespresso coffee machines, with the introduction of a decaffeinated espresso blend. The decaffeinated roast coffee capsules are said to achieve a perfect balance
between acidity and bitterness, with a lingering sweetness thanks to delicate notes of caramel, chocolate and toasted bread. All capsule varieties are available on the illy e-shop and select retailers.
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