Enhancing unattended retail to meet new consumer needs
Following 365 Markets' acquisition of Cantaloupe, FoodBev Media's Melissa Bradshaw speaks to Michael Wood, product management senior manager at 365 Retail Markets, to find out how the company is adapting unattended retail innovation to meet different regional and customer needs.
Topics covered include new age verification approaches, AI-powered vision coolers and freezers, improving unattended coffee, and adapting smart stores and payment experiences for different spaces and regions.
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19 Dec 2025
Food Ingredients Europe 2025: Podcast review
FoodBev's Leah Smith shares some of the highlights from Food Ingredients Europe 2025 in this exclusive podcast, featuring soundbites from: Carbery, EPI Ingredients, Arla Foods Ingredients, HBTA, Tirlan, Meala FoodTech, ADM and MartinoRossi.
Sit back, relax and listen to what this year's exhibitors had to say about their latest innovations showcased, and the big trends driving product development this year.
Find out more in our in-depth written review here: https://www.foodbev.com/post301/food-ingredients-europe-2025-in-review
10 Dec 2025
Transforming efficiency in PET packaging production with Sidel
In this podcast, Melissa Bradshaw, deputy editor at FoodBev, speaks with Pierre-François Langlois, Sidel's director for product management, about the company's latest EvoBlow Laser technology for PET packaging performance.
Sidel's latest technology promises to enhance efficiency, sustainability and design flexibility in the
production of PET and recycled PET (rPET) packaging.
Historically, halogen technology has dominated the PET packaging market, but its limitations have
become increasingly apparent. EvoBlow Laser addresses these challenges by employing precision
heating through up to 36 heating lines, compared to the eight zones used in traditional methods.
This increased control allows for the production of lighter yet stronger containers, a feat achieved through the creation of invisible 'power rings' that enhance structural integrity without adding material.
The EvoBlow Laser's ability to deliver consistent quality is particularly noteworthy. Unlike halogen
solutions, which are sensitive to environmental conditions, the laser technology operates
independently, ensuring uniform results across all production runs.
Tune in to find out more!
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