Acquisition
Middleby Acquires JoeTap, Nitro Brew Coffee Systems
The Middleby Corporation has acquired JoeTap, a subsidiary of AC Beverage, Inc.
Blending, roasting & processing, Business, Equipment & packaging
International Tea Masters Association Acquired
The International Tea Masters Association (ITMA) announced that it has been acquired by Claudia Zárate, one of the association’s course trainers.
TC Transcontinental to Acquire Coveris Americas
TC Transcontinental Inc has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Coveris Americas for approximately USD $1.32 billion (approximately C $1.72bn), subject to customary closing adjustments.
The Roastery of Cave Creek Celebrates 20th Anniversary
The Roastery of Cave Creek recently celebrated 20 years in business.
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.
Foreign Tea Brands Eye Poland
With a booming tea-consuming market that shows no signs of slowing, foreign tea brands are expanding production capacities in Poland.
Gruppo Cimbali Acquires Slayer Espresso
Italian espresso machine manufacturer Gruppo Cimbali has acquired a controlling financial stake in US-based Slayer Espresso.
Panera Bread to Acquire Au Bon Pain
Panera Bread announced 8 November that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Au Bon Pain Holding Co Inc, parent company of Au Bon Pain.
Nestlé Acquires Majority Interest in Blue Bottle Coffee
Nestlé AG has acquired a majority stake in Blue Bottle Coffee.
ASEAN Coffee Consumption and Competitive Landscape
The Asia Pacific market is expected to continue to experience dramatic coffee growth in the coming years. However, local brands–and mixes–dominate, so international players looking to enter the ASEAN market must ensure their brands “feel local” and cater to local tastes.
Farmer Brothers to Acquire Boyd Coffee Company
Farmer Bros Co is acquiring substantially all the assets of Boyd Coffee Company with a combination of cash and stock.
Royal Cup Acquires Icebox Coffee
Royal Cup, Inc., an importer, roaster and distributor of premium and specialty coffees and teas, today announced that it is acquiring Richgood Gourmet LLC.
Starbucks to Acquire Remaining Shares of East China JV
Starbucks Corporation has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire the remaining 50% share of its East China (“East China JV”) business from Uni-President Enterprises Corporation (“UPEC”) and President Chain Store Corporation (“PCSC”).
Embracing Coffee in Central & Eastern Europe
As growing numbers of people in Central and Eastern Europe welcome the Western coffee shop culture, the number of coffee chains across the region continues to expand.