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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.
Peet’s Coffee launches Winter Beverage menu
Peet’s Coffee launched its Winter Beverage menu on 3 January, which included the return of the Golden Caffè Latte, a combination of Espresso Forté with steamed milk and a syrup with notes of honey, turmeric and ginger.
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.
Study shows negative carbon emissions on Cerrado Mineiro coffee farms
Imaflora published a study on Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emissions, carried out on coffee farms in the Cerrado Mineiro region, which shows that the farms sequester more carbon than they emit.
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.
Dunkin’ welcomes back the Pink Velvet Macchiato alongside new menu
Dunkin’ Rewards members can kickstart the New Year with savings on $2 medium coffees.
No turkey, mince pies or eggnog: Costa investigates Gen Z’s perfect Christmas
A third of Gen Z want Sticky Toffee Pudding rather than a typical festive favourite.
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).