Europe
Netherlands win for London Coffee Masters
Judged by a panel of industry figureheads, the fast-paced knockout battle format of London Coffee Masters 2019 saw 16 baristas showcase their skills head-to-head across a broad range of disciplines.
Blending, roasting & processing, Equipment & packaging, Origins
Digitalisation and new technology concepts – EuVend & Coffeena 2019
At euvend & coffeena, 9-11 May 2019, companies from the vending industry will present their latest products and solutions and show where the sector is headed.
Miko Group’s coffee segment 2018 results
The Miko Group’s coffee segment provides service to the food and catering industry. Last year it recorded a turnover of €110.3m ($123.6m), up 2% on the previous year and accounting for over half (52.6%) of the group’s entire turnover.
Spreafico Automation and University of Milan join forces for a research project
Spreafico Automation has established a partnership with the University of Milan for the study of the properties of self-protected capsules and the role of protective atmospheres in the shelf life.
Enjoy Starbucks at home with new range from Nestlé
Nestlé has launched a new range of coffee products under the Starbucks brand to be available globally.
Swiss Water Decaffeinated Coffee extends European markets
Swiss Water Decaffeinated Coffee has opened a European head office in Bordeaux, France, and has appointed Emmanuel Dias as vice president trading, Europe.
Gloria Jean’s to open first UK store
Australian coffee chain Gloria Jean’s will open its first UK store in Glasgow, Scotland next month.
2018 World Coffee Roasting Champion announced
Vladimir Nenashev of Mosaic Coffee, representing Russian Federation, has been named as the 2018 World Coffee Roasting Champion.
BGA and BGE unite to form global Barista Guild
The Barista Guild of America (BGA) and the Barista Guild of Europe (BGE) have come together to form a unified, global Barista Guild (BG).
Starbucks Announces Global Holiday Beverages Line Up
The holidays have arrived at Starbucks around the world, with flavours that are symbolic of the season – along with a few surprises.
Coffee Hits New Export Record in Coffee Year 2017-18
The International Coffee Organization announced that total coffee exports increased each year since 2010-11 with a new record reached in 2017-18 at 121.86 million bags, 2% higher than 2016-17.
Starbucks Alters Structure in EMEA to Accelerate Long-Term Growth
With the goal of driving sustained, long-term and profitable growth in EMEA (Europe, Middle East and Africa) through strategic licensed partnerships, Starbucks intends to restructure its back-office support functions.
Fire at UK coffee roastery
A fire broke out at one of Europe’s largest coffee roasteries.
Caffè Nero Celebrates Loyalty App with Free Coffee
Multinational coffeehouse chain, Caffè Nero, is giving away 10,000 complimentary coffees this October to celebrate 10 million stamps being awarded to customers through its year-old loyalty payment app.