First Class Vending, Mars Wrigley, Aramark open Frictionless Market at Uni of Nevada Las Vegas, powered by Zippin
First Class Vending, in collaboration with Mars Wrigley and Aramark, has opened an unattended Frictionless Market at the University of Nevada Las Vegas (UNLV).
Powered by Zippin's platform, this lets customers grab items, and exit, eliminating the need for traditional checkouts.
"We are excited to introduce the Frictionless Market to the UNLV community," says Matthew Marsh, CEO at First Class Vending.
"This innovative concept aligns perfectly with our commitment to providing cutting-edge vending solutions that enhance convenience and efficiency. With Zippin's advanced technology and Mars Wrigley's support, we are confident that this market will exceed expectations and become a hub of convenience for the UNLV campus."
🎉Today is the Grand Opening of the Zippin-powered UNLV Frictionless Market!🎉 This marks one of the first Zippin college stores, launched in partnership with Mars Wrigley, First Class Vending, and The Central Group. #retailtech #retailinnovation. https://t.co/GpWcH0FEbb
— Zippin (@GetZippin) October 5, 2023
“Mars Wrigley is excited to bring our iconic brands to the UNLV campus through the first of its kind Frictionless Market for the university,” says April Cathcart, Director of Unattended Retail, Mars Wrigley.
“We’re consumer obsessed and look forward to inspiring moments of happiness for members of the UNLV community who are snacking on-the-go.”
“We are proud to partner with First Class Vending, Mars Wrigley, Central Group and Aramark to bring checkout-free shopping to the UNLV campus," comments Krishna Motukuri, CEO and Co-founder at Zippin.
"This new store appeals to the fast-paced lives of hungry students, allowing them to easily grab a snack or drink without waiting in line or stopping to scan their own purchases. We look forward to providing the UNLV community with a seamless shopping experience that saves time and helps the market run more efficiently.”
The grand opening of the Frictionless Market took place on 5th October.
The event featured a ribbon cutting ceremony, product samplings, and special promotions, with students, faculty, and media representatives invited to attend.
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