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In March, the EVA took part in Moscow’s annual Vend Expo, the fourth edition of its kind, which focused on  “Vending Technologies for the XXI Century”. It was organized in conjunction with “Paytech 2010”, a specialized exhibition for Electronic Payment.

Taking place alongside the show, were conferences covering both general business issues, and more focused technological aspects. The business programme did in fact attract many participants, and most of the time, the conference rooms were full – up to 450 people joined the programme. With 67 companies from 10 countries, 55 regions of Russia, and 3000 visitors, the Exhibition   was   a   great   success,   although Russia is still reeling from the recession. However, an optimistic chord resounded throughout the show, and a willingness to move forward.

Towards the end of the show, the RNVA (Russian National Association) had its General Assembly, which elected a new Board. The new President is Boris

Belotserkovsky, co-owner of a leading company in casino and gaming, and recently “converted” to vending machine manufacturer and operator of several thousand machines. His ambition is to grow the industry and turn RNVA into one of the leading vending associations in Europe.