Brazilian Vending Expo

THE FUTURE OF VENDING MACHINE COMES TO SÃO PAULO

A NEW HUB FOR INNOVATION, CONNECTION AND BUSINESS IN LATIN AMERICA.

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BRAZIL LEADS IN LATIN AMERICA

A growing market. Endless possibilities.

Strategic Growth Hub

Brazil has the potential to become the main hub for vending innovation and development in Latin America, connecting operators, manufacturers, and investors.

Leadership in Digital Payments

With the widespread adoption of Pix, contactless cards, and digital wallets, Brazil stands out in integrating modern payment systems into vending machines.

Largest Vending Market

Brazil represents the largest potential market for vending machines in the region, driven by its large population, urbanization, and high circulation of people in workplaces, hospitals, universities, and residential buildings.

BRAZIl’s VENDING MARKET POTENTIAL

80.000 to 100.000
machines installed
$ 500mi to $ 1.3bi
per year
11% per year
average growth
Market in
continuous expansion

High demand + Low penetration = Great growth opportunity

LATIN AMERICA'S VENDING MARKET POTENTIAL

1.4 MILLION+
Vending Machines in Operation estimated in 2025
US$ 1.56 BILLION
Market Size estimated in 2025
9.0% PER YEAR
Projected Average Growth period 2026-2033
US$ 3.1 BILLION
Projected Market Size by 2033

A MARKET IN RAPID TRANSFORMATION

Digital payments

Smart Vending Machines (Iot)

Convenience

Urbanization

High demand + Low penetration = Great growth opportunity

PAYMENT METHODS

1. Increased Sales and Accessibility

PIX enables quick and easy payments at vending machines
Attracts customers who don’t carry cash or cards
Boosts impulse purchases

2. Speed and User Experience

Instant transactions (24/7)
Reduces queues and waiting time
Simple payment via QR Code on the machine

3. Operational Efficiency

Less need for cash handling and
Lower risk of theft and cash-related issues
Easier financial control and tracking

BECOME A PARTNER

Who is leading this project?

Hermes Pires, known as the “Grandfather of Vending” in Brazil, has over 31 years of experience in automation and the vending machine industry.

Since 1995, he has led Tecnopires, building international partnerships and representing Brazil at major industry events in the United States, Europe, Latin America, and China.

As a founder and President of ABAAST (Brazilian Vending Association) until August 2026, now is a Director and Board Advisor for International Affairs; he connects companies and professionals, promoting innovation and growth in the self-service sector.

Other events he participated in

Meeting with the leadership of NAMA (National Automatic Merchandising Association – May 2024) – representing ABAAST

12 de julho de 2024

Meeting with the Leadership of the European Vending Association – May 2024 – Representing ABAAST

12 de julho de 2024

Founder and Current President of ABAAST

A specialist in the vending and Micro-market industry, dedicated to the growth and development of the sector in Brazil is a founder and President of ABAAST (Brazilian Vending Association) until August 2026.

Now is a Director and Board Advisor for International Affairs he works to promote innovation, share knowledge, and strengthen the ecosystem of operators and companies within the vending market.

Ready to bring vending to the next level?

Connect with us to explore partnership opportunities and be part of the first international vending machine fair in São Paulo.

Contact
hermes.pires@abaast.org.br
contato@consultordovending.com.br
diretoria@tecnopires.com.br

Thank you for the opportunity to present the vending machine market in Brazil.

It was an honor to be in china and to take part in this great event, a true symbol of the strength of the “chinese dragon.”

Brazil is open and ready for great partnerships.