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Simonelli Group donates respiratory intubation machine to Camerino Hospital
In the wake of the coronavirus crisis in Italy, the Simonelli Group has arranged a donation for the acquirement of a respiratory intubation machine for the intensive care unit of Camerino Hospital.
Port NOLA launches digital learning toolbox
The Port of New Orleans (Port NOLA) has launched a digital Learning Toolbox aimed at educating Louisiana students about the role that the local maritime industry and the Port play in everyday life.
Nestlé expands global response to Covid-19, joins forces with the IFRC
Nestlé is joining forces with the International Federation of the Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) in response to its emergency appeal.
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SCA Cancels 2020 Expo & Re:co Symposium
The Specialty Coffee Association (SCA) announced that the 2020 Re:co Symposium and Specialty Coffee Expo scheduled to take place in Portland in April are cancelled.
British Coffee Association appoints new executive director
The British Coffee Association (BCA) has announced Paul Rooke as the organisation’s new executive director.
Minor Figures launches organic vegan oat m*lk and donates 5% of online sales to coffee shops
Alongside Minor Figures’ new oat m*lk launch, the company is donating 5% of the order value of every online sale to a coffee shop of customers’ choice.
Starbucks investment in Coffee Innovation Park drives sustainable manufacturing in China
As Starbucks’ largest manufacturing investment outside of the US and its first in Asia, the new Coffee Innovation Plant will incorporate a roasting plant, warehouse and distribution center, creating highly-skilled jobs and new career opportunities that will further drive smart and sustainable coffee manufacturing in China.
World Tea Conference + Expo postponed to October 2020
Questex, the parent company of World Tea Conference + Expo, has announced it has been forced to postpone the event due to the Covid-19 epidemic.
Lavazza Group donates €10 million to coronavirus relief efforts in Italy
In response to the health emergency which has hit Italy, the Lavazza Group is offering help to the surrounding area by allocating EU€10 million ($10.7m) for projects to support healthcare, schools and those in need in the Piedmont Region.
Smile Coffee Werks launches first commercially compostable coffee pods
Smile Coffee Werks has unveiled its first-of-their-kind compostable coffee pods made from renewable raw materials with over a 12 month shelf life.
FNC contributes first 240,000 trees in coffee regions to Colombia’s national reforestation goal
The Colombian Coffee Growers Federation (FNC) has pledged to contribute 240,000 trees to the Colombian government’s national reforestation goal of 180 million during a four year period.
Peet’s Coffee introduces botanical flavours for spring
Peet’s Coffee has announced its limited edition spring 2020 beverage lineup, inspired by floral flavours.
SCA releases video update on Covid-19
Specialty Coffee Association has released a video statement update from CEO Yannis Apostolopoulos on the current status of the Re:co Symposium and the 2020 Specialty Coffee Expo.