From smart vending to Retail Tech: FAS International brings to HostMilano 2025 increasingly advanced solutions

The Vicenza-based company will present the new Retail Tech Suite,
the new Lydia Plus hot drinks vending machine,
and the Food24 System meal distribution solution.

Managing Director Francesco Cantini: “A data-driven approach and an enhanced user experience.” President Luca Adriani: “A business evolving beyond traditional vending.”

FAS International, a Vicenza-based company and one of the leading European players in the vending and Retail Tech market, will take part in HostMilano 2025, the international trade fair dedicated to the foodservice and hospitality industry, scheduled from October 17 to 21 at Fiera Milano Rho.
The company will be present in Hall 8 | Booth E35 F36 with three major innovations that mark a decisive step forward in the evolution of the automated purchasing experience: Retail Tech Suite, Lydia Plus, and Food24 System.

Developed in collaboration with Alturas Sistemi Srl, a Verona-based software company specializing in vending applications, Retail Tech Suite represents the natural evolution of FAS Cloud and introduces a new interface designed to deliver a more immediate and user-friendly experience.

With this solution, every user — whether technical, sales, or marketing — can access targeted and intuitive data views, designed to support a data-driven decision-making process.

Retail Tech Suite is a connected and integrated system, enabling seamless communication between FAS vending machines, management software, and external payment platforms, while also facilitating the activation of innovative, value-added digital services.

At Host, FAS will also present the new Lydia Plus hot drinks machine, designed to deliver an even more rewarding purchasing experience thanks to a larger interface and renewed graphics that adapt to different usage contexts. Lydia Plus is the first machine equipped with native 4G connectivity, in addition to the Wi-Fi already available across the FAS range, ensuring simplified remote management through the Retail Tech Suite and easier activation of digital payment services. Ergonomics and maintenance have been improved through a complete redesign of the internal components, providing greater accessibility and ease of replacement.

At Host 2025, we are presenting solutions that reflect our vision of Retail Tech as a key driver for innovating the automated purchasing experience,” said Managing Director Francesco Cantini. “With Retail Tech Suite, we offer a data-driven approach and an intuitive interface that make the management of vending machines simpler, more integrated, and smoother. With Lydia Plus, we enhance the end-user experience through more engaging graphics, advanced connectivity, and new cross-selling opportunities. Finally, with Food24 System, we address a rapidly evolving foodservice market by offering a flexible, high-quality solution that combines adaptability, personalization, and efficiency.

“With our growth within the automatic catering market,” added President and CEO Luca Adriani, “our company is adding a new, high-potential dimension to its business strategy. The vision of FAS International, which has made continuous innovation a defining feature since the very beginning of its history, has enabled us to identify new opportunities that go beyond traditional vending. Despite the current global climate of uncertainty, the company remains optimistic about the future and is determined to continue pursuing its development path with consistency and focus.”

FAS will also showcase Food24 System at Host — a solution designed to meet every high-quality foodservice need within a compact space, ensuring efficient preparation and consumption times. Food24 System can manage, via a WebApp, both pre-orders and direct sales, as well as 24-hour distribution of food products stored under controlled refrigeration, providing an efficient and sustainable service for both customers and operators. The hardware consists of a smart, network-connected vending machine refrigerated at +3°C, equipped with eight rotating trays configurable according to specific needs and capable of handling up to 64 meals in less than one square meter. The setup is completed by a mini PC with a 10” touch display and integrated QR code reader, low-energy LED lighting, and an uninterruptible power supply (UPS) connected to the internal PC to ensure operation even in case of electrical anomalies.

In line with the retail tech vision — which has inspired and guided the company’s growth roadmap for over two years — the FAS exhibition space at HostMilano 2025 will be designed as an immersive and engaging journey. It will tell the story of the company’s evolution, from its industrial heritage to its new identity oriented toward smart and sustainable vending. Each product will be highlighted and brought to life through a setup that combines light, materials, and narrative content, creating a cohesive and emotional storytelling experience.

 

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