New data released by VendEase, supplier of onsite vending machines during the Olympic Park's construction, shows the snack of choice for hungry builders was Cadbury's Boost Bar.

At 310 calories a bar, workers munched their way through more than 2 million calories a month in Boosts alone.

Top seller Boost was closely followed by Twirl, Wispa and Snack Shortcake but ravenous roofers, peckish plasterers and starving scaffolders were also sinking their teeth into a whole range of crisps, drinks and sweets.


Dave Berman, director of UK-based VendEase said: "The Olympic Park Big Build was a military operation and we’re proud to have played our part in keeping that army of builders marching on its stomach.

"Once again, vending machines have proved their worth in providing a 24/7 service where it's needed most. Whether it’s snacks and crisps on construction sites, swimming goggles in leisure centres or toiletries in hotel lobbies, vending machines deliver a service to consumers in an age when convenience is King."

(CD/GK)