Transportation Hub

Smart vending solutions built for real-world operations.

Our clients

Organisations whose sites host Wendor machines

  • Amul
  • Apollo Hospitals
  • Coca-Cola
  • IIM Calcutta
  • JioHotstar
  • Johnnie Walker
  • Nestle
  • Oberoi
  • Tata Motors
  • Unilever

Transit challenge

Transit needs speed and all-hour access.

Passengers buy when they are rushed, waiting or transferring. Short decision windows need simple self-service right next to where people move.

Fragmented or slow retail

  • Rushed passengers abandon slow purchases.
  • Early and late hours still need service when kiosks are closed.
  • Basics are scattered across a large terminal or station.

Wendor transit layer

  • Fast browsing and cashless checkout at the point of need.
  • Travel-relevant products in visible, credible spots.
  • Stock and service visibility for rush and off-peak hours.
Vending deployment in an airport or station

Why Wendor fits transport hubs

Built for fast transit purchases.

Quick discovery, cashless payment and merchandising tuned for busy, moving crowds.

  1. Fast product discovery

    Passengers see what the machine sells, find the right product and pay without friction.

  2. Cashless-only readiness

    Digital checkout fits airports, metro systems and stations where speed matters.

    • Tap-to-pay cards, wallets and QR codes passengers already use.
    • Shorter queues at the machine.
  3. Operator visibility

    High-footfall sites need control over stock and service so machines stay ready in rush and off-peak hours.

Smart capabilities

Features for transit environments.

  1. Fast discovery

    Fast discovery

    Clear categories for passengers in a hurry.

  2. Cashless throughput

    Cashless throughput

    Tap, wallet and QR checkout.

  3. Travel-relevant range

    Travel-relevant range

    Water, snacks, accessories and compact essentials.

  4. Built for repeat use

    Built for repeat use

    Presentable machines for high-footfall public areas.

Deployments

Transit vending in action.

Concourse, waiting-area and walkway placements for urgent and repeat demand.

Transit vending deployment 1
Transit vending deployment 2
Transit vending deployment 3
Transit vending deployment 4

Airports, rail, metro and bus terminals: grab-and-go demand served by a clean self-service layer for drinks, snacks and travel essentials.

Vending in Egypt

Running vending machines in Egypt

Egypt’s payments are moving quickly from cash to Meeza cards, InstaPay and mobile wallets. Operators register with the National Food Safety Authority, issue e-receipts to the Tax Authority and plan for currency swings in import costs.

How people pay in Egypt

Cash is still common, but cards, wallets and InstaPay are growing fast in Cairo and Alexandria.

Meeza
The national debit card scheme, including contactless.
Mobile wallets
Vodafone Cash and other operator wallets.
InstaPay and Fawry
Instant bank transfers and the Fawry payment network.
Visa and Mastercard
For offices, hotels and airports.

Licences and rules

Company setup
Register the company through GAFI and with the tax authority.
Food safety
The National Food Safety Authority (NFSA) regulates food handling, storage and labelling.
VAT and e-receipts
VAT is 14%, and retail sales are moving onto the Egyptian Tax Authority’s e-receipt system.
Imports
Machinery imports need customs clearance and importer registration.

Pricing and tax

Egyptian projects are budgeted in EGP, with the machine priced in a foreign currency and converted at order.

  • Lock the exchange rate at order where possible; the pound has moved a lot in recent years.
  • Landed cost includes freight, customs duty and 14% VAT.
  • Pilot in Cairo offices or universities before scaling.

On the ground

Power
220 V, 50 Hz with European plugs. Surge protection recommended.
Heat
Place chilled machines indoors with ventilation clearance.
How we support the rollout
Our international team scopes the project with you, and every machine reports stock, sales and faults in real time. Most issues are diagnosed remotely, and you see the same dashboard we do.

Where first machines usually go

  • Offices and business parksNew Cairo and Smart Village.
  • UniversitiesLarge student populations.
  • HospitalsStaff and visitors.
  • Malls and clubsSporting clubs and malls with high footfall.

This is a planning guide, not legal or tax advice. Rules and rates change, so confirm current requirements with the authority named before you launch. Which payment methods a machine accepts depends on the payment terminal and gateway chosen for your sites.

FAQ

Vending machines for stations and airports: common questions

Questions from airport, rail, metro and terminal operators.

What can a transit vending machine sell?
The strongest mix is water, ready-to-drink beverages, packaged snacks and compact travel essentials such as tissues, chargers and adapters. The plan depends on whether the site is commuter-heavy, long-dwell or premium.
Why are vending machines useful in airports and stations?
They capture small, urgent purchases where passengers are rushing, waiting between connections or travelling outside staffed retail hours, without staffing every corner.
Which machine features matter most in busy public areas?
Fast product discovery, a clear screen, reliable cashless payment, a presentable machine and live stock and service data. A transit machine is judged in seconds.
Can transit vending be cashless only?
Yes. Cashless is often the best fit in transport hubs because it speeds up each sale and matches how passengers already pay for small purchases.
How are transport-hub machines maintained?
High-footfall machines need a disciplined refill and cleaning rhythm so they stay stocked and presentable at peak times and during quieter hours.