Europe
The Nordic instant coffee market is stagnant
Consumption of coffee remains high in the Nordic states while the instant coffee category is stagnating, but perhaps an influx of innovation could jumpstart it again. By Eugene Gerden
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.
European consumers prioritise packaging in coffee-purchase decisions
New research explores the factors shaping European consumers’ coffee purchasing decisions and the role of packaging in consumer coffee choices.
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
The World Barista Championship returns to Host Milano
The world’s premier competitive coffee event — the World Barista Championship — is coming to Milan, Italy, taking place at HostMilano, 17-21 October 2025.
Promising new green tea markets offset maturing ones
Although consumption in China and Japan has declined over the past few years, it has been offset by consumption growth in new markets such as Africa, India, Europe and North America. By Eugene Gerden
Alps Coffee utilises IMA Petroncini roasting technology
Italian brand, Alps Coffee, has chosen IMA for its production expansion project, upgrading its roasting technology to IMA Petroncini TMR.
5 to go reaches 2024 expansion targets
The Romanian brand, 5 to go, achieved in the first quarter of 2024, results in line with its targets set for this year.
Strengthening the coffee community: collaborative roasting
From producer to roaster, collaborative roasting spaces are strengthening the supply chain while also providing the opportunity to experiment with new technology and equipment. By Anne-Marie Hardie
Louis Dreyfus to acquire Cacique
Agricultural goods merchant and processor, Louis Dreyfus Company announced that it has signed a binding agreement to acquire soluble coffee exporter, Cacique.
Clipper Tea: unwavering in its mission to offer quality tea
In an exclusive interview with T&CTJ, Daniel Parr and Hayley Murgett of Clipper Tea, discuss the brand’s approach to consistently delivering a quality cup of tea and driving the value back into the beverage. By Anne-Marie Hardie
JDE Peet’s appoints Luc Vandevelde to be Interim CEO
JDE Peet’s names industry veteran Luc Vandevelde Interim CEO and nominates him to be chairman. Current CEO Fabien Simon is to depart the company.
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.
PAPACKS and Euro-Caps awarded for fibre-based coffee capsule
The coffee capsule is made from renewable, FSC-certified raw materials, and has been awarded the WorldStar Packaging Award 2024.