Costa Coffee

Costa Coffee announces new CEO

Costa Coffee have announced that Philippe Schaillee will become CEO of the company effective 10 April 2023.

Business

Costa Coffee to trial new recyclable fibre lids

UK coffee shop Costa Coffee has announced the launch of new trial of 100% fibre lids made from renewable plant-based material.

Equipment & packaging, Sustainability

Coffee and hospitality companies create The Global Coffee Institute to unify the industry

The Global Coffee Institute (CGI) has mobilised some of the world’s foremost hospitality and foodservice businesses to tackle the most important issues facing the industry.

Business

Cultivating a circular economy in coffee

The potential to reuse coffee pulp, organic waste from pruning and other field activities as well as wastewater from coffee processing is underestimated. Used appropriately, these wastes can enhance the productivity of coffee farms and livelihoods of farmers.

Blending, roasting & processing, Origins, Sustainability

Think before you drink those coffee chain holiday beverages…

The Grinch is always trying ruin Christmas, and this year it seems he is trying to steal the fun from the festive seasonal drinks on coffeehouse menus! A new study from Kent Express has revealed the ‘most sugary’ holiday drinks, one of which contains double the recommended daily allowance.

Blending, roasting & processing, Product news

Costa Coffee trials reusable cup scheme powered by blockchain

Costa Coffee has launched a trial of a new blockchain technology-powered reusable cup scheme called BURT, which stands for ‘Borrow, Use, Reuse, Take Back’.

Sustainability

Costa Coffee fuels transition to net-zero with InstaVolt EV charge point partnership

Costa Coffee has signed a partnership with InstaVolt to install rapid chargers at up to 200 of its Drive-Thru sites across the UK.

Business, Sustainability

Celebrating Cupid with coffee & chocolate

Valentine’s Day is this weekend, and although it is another holiday affected by Covid, it’s actually one that many (both couples and singles) might enjoy spending at home. And, curiously, it appears that along with chocolate, coffee is top of mind with those celebrating the “love holiday.”