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Costa Coffee appoints new CEO
Dominic Paul will step down as CEO of Costa Coffee effective 30 November 2019. He will be succeeded on 2 December by Jill McDonald.
Starbucks and Alibaba launch voice ordering and delivery
Starbucks is evolving the digital experience for consumers in China by launching voice ordering and delivery capabilities within Alibaba’s smart speaker, Tmall Genie.
East Pole Coffee celebrates second anniversary
Wholesale coffee roaster and bar, East Pole Coffee, is celebrating its second anniversary throughout the weekend on 14-15 September 2019 with special drinks and events.
Bellwether coffee raises $40m for development
Bellwether Coffee, a producer of coffee roasting equipment, has raised $40 million to invest in development of the company which makes in-store roasting emissions-free and easily accessible.
Blending, roasting & processing, Business, Equipment & packaging
Community Coffee launches into Walmart
Community Coffee Company, has begun a retail partnership with Walmart in the US, marking a significant milestone for the family-owned brand.
Littlefoot Coffee Roasters sets up facility in Michigan
Littlefoot Coffee Roasters will be opening a roasting facility and warehouse in Michigan, US. Founded by business partners Alex Burbo and Rosie Quasarano, Littlefoot’s new facility will be located at 3047 Broadway Ave. SW.
Bosch Group sells packaging machinery business
The Bosch Group plans to sell its packaging machinery business, based in Waiblingen, Germany to a newly incorporated entity managed by CVC Capital Partners (CVC)
Tim Hortons expands into Thailand
Tim Hortons has entered into an exclusive master franchise and development agreement to develop the Tim Hortons brand in Thailand with WeEat Company.
Hemro Group announces new management structure
Hemro Group has announced changes to its advanced management structure including a new CEO.
Co-chairmen of Mother Parkers Tea & Coffee awarded Order of Canada
Co-Chairmen of Mother Parkers Tea & Coffee, Paul Higgins Jr. and Michael Higgins, have been appointed Members of the Order of Canada, the country’s highest civilian honor.
49th Parallel Coffee Roasters announces strategic partnership with Claridge
49th Parallel Roasters, a specialty grade coffee company, has formed a strategic partnership with private investment firm, Claridge Inc. Thanks to the Claridge investment, 49th will be broadening its product portfolio, expanding its footprint, and extending its reach to new distribution channels and markets.
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.
Starbucks reports Q1 fiscal 2019 results
Starbucks’ revenue rose in its first quarter, beating Wall Street estimates.
Caribou Coffee names John Butcher CEO
Caribou Coffee has appointed John Butcher as president & CEO of the company.