Germany
Cup of Excellence Returns to Rwanda
After a two-year break, the 2018 Cup of Excellence was held in Kigali, 7-10 August, marking the 10th Anniversary of the first Cup of Excellence. Rwanda was the first African country to conduct the programme administered by the Alliance for Coffee Excellence.
Demand for Plastic Free Tea Bags Affects Packaging Changes
Tea is the leading beverage consumed worldwide – after water – but the tea bag format has historically not been environmentally friendly.
Prices for All Coffee Groups Decreased in June
The International Coffee Organization announced that prices for all coffee groups fell in June 2018, though the largest month-on-month decrease occurred for Brazilian Naturals, which declined by 3.7% to 115.10 US cents/lb.
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.
Sustainability Brews at McDonald’s
Its sustainability endeavours may well be McDonald’s best-kept secret because consumers are not aware of its long-term and expansive efforts.
Neumann Kaffee Gruppe Invests in Atlas Coffee Importers
Recognising the ever-increasing importance of the specialty coffee industry worldwide and especially in North America, Neumann Kaffee Gruppe recently made a majority investment in Atlas Coffee Importers of Seattle, Washington.
Uelzena Group and H Schoppe & Schultz Create Schoppe Instant Beverages
The Uelzena Group and H Schoppe & Schultz create umbrella brand for private label instant beverages business.
Taiyo Introduces Sunphenon Instant Teas
Taiyo GmbH is introducing Sunphenon Instant Teas, which allow manufacturers to create tea-based products with valuable health benefits and a full tea flavour.
Probat Celebrates its 150th Anniversary in 2018
This year will be special for one of the world leaders in coffee processing technology. Probat is celebrating its 150th anniversary and is dedicating all of 2018 to it.
Coca-Cola European Partners Launches Fuze RTD Tea in UK
Coca-Cola European Partners (CCEP) has announced the UK launch of the ready-to-drink (RTD) iced tea brand Fuze Tea.
New Opportunities for Single Origin and Specialty Teas
The growing demand for premium cups sees single origin and specialty teas gradually conquering Western tea lovers.
Blending, roasting & processing, Business, Equipment & packaging, Origins, Sustainability
Gruppo Cimbali Acquires Slayer Espresso
Italian espresso machine manufacturer Gruppo Cimbali has acquired a controlling financial stake in US-based Slayer Espresso.
Port of Hamburg Introduces Slot-Booking System for Container Truckers
Today, all four Port of Hamburg container terminals introduce a time slot-booking system for handling container deliveries and collections by truck.
Melitta Named Manchester United’s Official Coffee Partner
The Melitta Group has been named the official coffee partner of English football champions Manchester United.