Denmark
World of Coffee draws near with new show features
Alongside the return of choice show features such as Best New Product and Coffee Design Awards; this year, the Specialty Coffee Association (SCA) is introducing new features.
Despite perceptions, Scandinavia offers opportunities for growth in coffee
Nordic coffee market is often seen as mature, with limited growth potential. However, a closer look reveals a dynamic and evolving landscape. By Vladislav Vorotnikov
Registration opens for World of Coffee Copenhagen
The SCA-run event will take place 27-29 June 2024, at Bella Center Copenhagen, following a successful year in Athens in 2023.
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.
Cimbria reveals plans for growth amid its 75th Anniversary
In 2022 the company celebrates its 75th anniversary and aims at remaining experts at their customers’ side for many decades ahead.
Coffee is still beloved in the Nordic states
Both coffee and tea markets in the Nordic region are ready for growth this year as consumption for these preferred hot beverages remains strong.
European Speciality Tea Association and Danish Tea Association to merge
The Danish Tea Association, which has been promoting speciality tea in Denmark through education and competitions for five years, is merging with the European Speciality Tea Association.
Arabica prices rise in December per ICO’s latest report
According to the International Coffee Organisation’s latest report, prices for Arabica group indicators grew in December 2020, with the largest increase occurring for Brazilian Naturals.
Lavazza to Acquire Mars Drinks Business
Consolidation in the coffee industry continues as the Lavazza Group is acquiring Mars’ Drinks business, including the Flavia and Klix systems, leading brands in the office coffee service (OCS) and vending segments.
Italy’s Lavazza Buys Australia’s Blue Pod Coffee
Reuters reports that Lavazza SpA said on 2 July it would buy all of Australia’s Blue Pod Coffee Company, as the coffee maker pushes ahead with a shopping spree that has allowed it to sharply increase its scale.
RA-Cert and NEPCon Announce Intent to Merge
After two decades of close partnership, NEPCon and RA-Cert, the certification division of the Rainforest Alliance, leading non-profit certification bodies, have announced their intention to join later this year.
Hoogly Tea Expands Luxury Hotel Partnerships
The Alexander House Hotel & Utopia Spa is the newest luxury hotel in the UK to take on the Danish concept of hygge – loosely translated as a year-round feeling of warmth, well-being and cosiness – and make it part of its daily offering.
Hoogly Tea and Condè Nast Johansens Announce New Partnership
Luxury hotels and spas chain, Condé Nast Johansens, has selected Hoogly Tea as its hospitality tea partner.
New UK tea brand launches with Scandinavian philosophy
The new Hoogly Tea brand has been established with a mission of providing consumers with a feeling of comfort and well-being.