VENDING ASSOCIATIONS
European Vending & Coffee Service Association (EVA)
EVEX 2025 prepares to explore new industry developments
T
he European Vending Experience (EVEX) is the EVA’s
annual event, combining a range of conferences and workshops, an intimate trade show at the venue, and many networking opportunities for attendees. All of this takes place in an attractive and alternating location, which this year will be on the stunning Adriatic coastline in Split, Croatia from 9-12 September.
As of today, we are thrilled that over 260 participants - including
35 exhibitors and sponsors will be ready to demonstrate their innovative solutions for the vending business.
theme, especially with its growing impact on vending and self- serve machines, while how best to seize the opportunities of using EV charging locations as a new vending site will also be explored. As always the latest EVA market statistics covering 24 European digest the areas of growth, and the development of newer trends in the sector, and interesting markets. Regarding the later, the event will formally introduce the recently formed Croatian Vending Association (Crovena) to wider European colleagues. On a strategic level, elections will take place during the EVA
AGM for a completely new Board, which will have the responsibility over the coming 3 year period to steer the European industry through what’s expected to be a particularly challenging economic landscape during a period of industry transformation. The EVEX Highlight Awards will be presented during the Gala evening on 10 September at a Rooftop restaurant overlooking the old town and harbour; perfect for celebrating, including the remarkable 70 years of the French (NAVSA) and 95 years of the UK (AVA) vending associations.
We are looking forward to seeing you soon in Croatia! The Automatic Vending Association (AVA)
AVA Christmas Luncheon 2025 – Book Your Place Now
T
he AVA is delighted to now on sale for the AVA
Christmas Luncheon 2025, the most anticipated date in the vending and automated retail calendar. Taking place on Thursday 11th December at the prestigious 8 Northumberland celebration brings together over 250 industry professionals for a day of networking, entertainment and festive cheer. Following last year’s sell-out, additional tables have been added for 2025 – but demand remains high and we strongly recommend booking early. Guests will enjoy unlimited drinks (sponsored by Nayax and Evoca), a three-course festive lunch, live entertainment (sponsored by Scobie McIntosh) and entry to our exclusive after- party (hosted by PepsiCo and
Britvic). With tickets at £205pp (+VAT) or £2,050 (+VAT) for a table of 10, this is the perfect opportunity to thank your teams, entertain clients and celebrate the year in style. To reserve your place, email
kennedy.warwick@the-ava.com. Beyond preparations for the Luncheon, the AVA has
remained active on multiple fronts. August saw the return of our Southern Golf Day, this year at Betchworth Park Golf Club, kindly sponsored by H2O Direct. Members enjoyed a competitive round of golf, prize giving and valuable networking opportunities in the summer sun. We have also continued to ensure the industry’s voice is
heard in the media. Recent coverage in Hospital Food & Service highlighted the role of vending in supporting healthier international collaborations and the growing demand for UK market data.
As we look ahead to December, we’re proud to continue
offering members high-quality events, insights and advocacy. We hope to see many of you at this year’s Christmas Luncheon for what promises to be our biggest celebration yet.
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