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Chicago, IL

Introducing a closed-loop beverage vending system to reduce plastic waste and emissions.

• Automated Beverage Vending: Kadeya offers the first fully automated vending machine that dispenses and collects bottles for reuse.
• Environmental Impact: The system cuts 99.9% of plastic waste and reduces beverage-related greenhouse gas emissions by 75%.
• Target Market: Initial focus on blue-collar workplaces where hydration is essential, with plans to expand to other sectors.
• Strategic Partnerships: Collaborations with food and beverage service providers facilitate rapid scaling and deployment.
• Innovative Design: Reusable stainless steel bottles with a unique design for convenience and carbonation retention.

Kadeya is transforming the beverage industry by introducing the world’s first fully automated beverage vending machine that dispenses water and other beverages on demand while collecting bottles for cleaning and reuse. This innovative system aims to significantly reduce plastic waste and greenhouse gas emissions associated with single-use bottles. Kadeya’s closed-loop beverage stations utilize reusable stainless steel bottles, which are cleaned, sanitized, and refilled at any kiosk within the network. This approach not only addresses environmental concerns but also offers a cost-effective and convenient solution for businesses needing to hydrate their workforce.

The company is targeting blue-collar workplaces where hydration is crucial, such as manufacturing, logistics, construction, and military sectors. By partnering with food and beverage service providers, Kadeya plans to scale quickly and meet the growing demand for sustainable hydration solutions. The company’s system has already attracted interest from Fortune 500 companies and has a pipeline of pre-booked stations representing significant annual recurring revenue. Kadeya’s long-term vision includes expanding beyond workplaces to universities, hospitals, airports, and other venues, ultimately aiming to replace single-use containers across the global beverage industry.

Company Info

Kadeya develops automated beverage vending kiosks that use reusable bottles to reduce plastic waste and emissions.

Kadeya is pioneering a new approach to beverage vending with its fully automated kiosks that dispense drinks in reusable stainless steel bottles. These kiosks are designed to wash, sanitize, inspect, and refill bottles on-site, significantly reducing plastic waste and greenhouse gas emissions associated with single-use bottles. The system is particularly beneficial for blue-collar workplaces where hydration is essential, offering a cost-effective and environmentally friendly solution to traditional beverage supply chains.

The company’s closed-loop system not only addresses sustainability but also logistical challenges faced by businesses needing to provide hydration to large teams. Kadeya’s innovative approach combines robotics, cloud technology, and AI to create a scalable alternative to single-use bottles, aiming to transform the beverage industry by eliminating plastic waste and providing a zero-waste solution. Their initial focus is on the U.S. workplace hydration market, with plans to expand globally in the coming years.