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Keep up to date with the latest and greatest the vending industry has to offer with special NIVO features. 
Kepak has launched an updated guide to help vending operators make informed decisions about adding fresh food to their ranges and growing sales in automated retail.
For vending equipment, filtration needs to be managed properly. This is where BRITA Professional’s PURITY C iQ comes in.
September marks 20 years in business for NIVO member Livewell Vending, and founder and director Aaron Prout is marking the milestone with a rather different challenge.
Vendex North returns to Doncaster Racecourse on 11 November 2026, bringing together leading suppliers, manufacturers, operators and buyers from across the industry.
With Radnor Splash, Radnor Spring, and pure Welsh Spring Water, vending operators can build a varied drinks selection that covers everyday hydration and more exciting alternatives.
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“Hello again. I’ve just searched through the HUGE archive of ARN stories to find out how many times, over the years, we’ve focused our articles on cups. The result came as something of a shock, because it was ‘never’; which is weird, because from our perspective, cups have always been a key part of our business.
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Vendex, the UK’s leading vending trade show, is expanding into mainland Europe with the launch of Vendex Amsterdam, taking place on 30 September 2026 at Expo Greater Amsterdam.
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Summer 2026 is set to be a landmark year for The Smart Retail Solutions Group as the partnership of industry-leading companies has announced two networking events across the summer, in what will be the sixth year of the partnership.

Upcoming Events

Networking hard…or hardly networking? Attend a NIVO Networking event and build valuable, long-lasting relationships that take your business to the next level. 

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October 2026

Annual Business & Networking Event

Newcastle Racecourse
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February 2027

NIVO Annual Awards Gala

The Abbey Hotel, Redditch

What our members have to say...

Kevin Reed
Kevin Reed
★★★★★
Tower Leasing (Supply Member)
"NIVO are always there to support us and celebrate their members’ achievements and success."
Brad Hill
Brad Hill
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VITHIT (Supply Member)
"Highly recommended for suppliers trying to gain entry into Vending!"
Robin Turner
Robin Turner
★★★★★
Cantaloupe (On the NIVO Partners Day)
"On behalf of the Cantaloupe team, we had a fabulous day at your event, and winning 2 Golf prizes was an unexpected but delightful bonus! Not only do we enjoy the day itself, but the opportunity to network with so many Vending Operators on one day is invaluable."
Andrew Walker
Andrew Walker
★★★★★
Nestlé (On the NIVO Partners Day)
"We and our customers, Centravend had a fantastic time last week. You put on a brilliant event, which we all enjoyed."
Gary Jervis
Gary Jervis
★★★★★
Jervis Vending (on the NIVO Battle of the Vending Industry 2025)
"Thanks for the opportunity, you guys made a lot of dreams come true. A great event again from NIVO."

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