Business
Matthew Algie announces growth of Glasgow HQ in merger
UK & Ireland branches of Tchibo and Capitol Foods will now operate under the Matthew Algie name, strengthening their collaborative presence in the region.
Little’s commissions its own UK capsule production line
The Devon-based family business, Little’s, has commissioned its own Nespresso capsule production line, making it the only brand now making its own pods in the UK.
JDE Peet’s completes acquisition of Maratá’s coffee & tea
JDE Peet’s has announced that it has successfully completed the acquisition of the Brazilian coffee & tea business from JAV Group.
Port NOLA receives funding for its Louisiana International Terminal project
The Port of New Orleans will receive USD $73.77 million to provide an efficient gateway for the movement of cargo on the Mississippi River and the inland waterways of the United States.
Robustas hit a 25-year high, averaging 135.47 US cents/lb in December 2023
Robustas grew 10.5% to 135.47 US cents/lb, the highest level since May 1995, while rising tensions in the Red Sea have led some shipping lines to re-route their coffee-carrying vessels as well as add new surcharges.
Starbucks expands its personal cup ordering options
Starbucks has announced that customers at Starbucks Stores across the US and Canada can use their personal cup when ordering in café, drive-thru or with the Starbucks app.
Italian packaging machinery industry sets a new record: revenues soar to over 9 billion euros
According to preliminary figures compiled by the MECS – Ucima Research Centre, the sector will close the year with revenues of 9.05 billion euros, 6% up on the all-time record of 2022.
Bellwether Coffee collaborates with Hagen on electric roasting
The technology company advancing electric coffee roasting is announcing its expansion into the European market with its first roaster installation in collaboration with Hagen, London.
Lavazza and Paris Baguette partner on new blend
This collaboration will introduce Paris Baguette’s first-ever packaged coffee available for in-café purchase and builds upon the existing alliance between the two brands.
SCA Sustainability Award nominations are now open
The deadline to submit a nomination is 31 January 2024, and the finalists will be announced in February 2024.
Gong cha signs two new master franchises
With over 2,100 locations across 23 countries, Gong cha has announced the signing of two new master franchisees (MFs).
Costa opens new Dorchester café
The refreshed Costa Coffee experience at the Cornhill store introduces new features that are yet to be seen in its high street stores.
Chobani Acquires La Colombe
The combination of complementary businesses provides additional long-term growth and multiple synergy opportunities, and speed to scale.
ofi wins FIE Sustainability Innovation Award
ofi’s Carbon Scenario Planner (CSP) has won the 2023 Sustainability Innovation Award at Food Ingredients Europe in Frankfurt.