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Analysis: in East Asia, there will be more than 200,000 branded coffee shops next year, market is now dominated by local chains

LONDON, UK – Project Café East Asia 2026, World Coffee Portal’s latest analysis of the branded coffee shop market in East Asia, reveals the total regional market grew 18.4% by outlets over the last 12 months to reach 180,268 stores, with China, Thailand, Indonesia, Vietnam and the Philippines achieving double-digit outlet growth Surging Chinese branded coffee shop market achieves astonishing outlet growth The total Chinese branded coffee shop market grew 31.5% over the last 12 months to reach 87,505 outlets – nearly double...
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Julius Meinl and KUBUS reinterpret Austrian cuisine in new coffee- and tea-led Brunch Club experience

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VIENNA, Austria – In collaboration with Vienna's culinary duo KUBUS, Julius Meinl curated a Brunch Club experience exploring contemporary Austrian cuisine infused with the...
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Nestlé joins UN-led coalition supporting women’s health

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VEVEY, Switzerland – In line with its longstanding commitment to supporting women's health, Nestlé has joined the Coalition for Reproductive Justice in Business, led...
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Dunkin’ Joy in Childhood Foundation set to award more than $10 million in 2025 grants to support nonprofits nationwide

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CANTON, Mass., USA – The Dunkin’ Joy in Childhood Foundation, an independent charitable foundation supported by Dunkin’, today announced it plans to award more...
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Tim Hortons launches new Holiday Meal combo that includes a Flatbread Pizza, side, beverage and collectable socks

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TORONTO, Canada – Tim Hortons is kicking off the festive season with a new customizable lunch or dinner Holiday Meal – it's the perfect...
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Key chemical in dark chocolate could slow the rate of biological ageing

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LONDON, UK — A chemical found in dark chocolate could slow the rate of biological ageing. Research from King’s College London has found that...
Cocoa

Fairtrade boosts support for cocoa farmers and sets new Minimum Price

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BONN, Germany – Fairtrade cocoa farmers and cooperatives will benefit from increased premiums and a new safety net as they navigate the ‘perfect storm’...
Companies

ofi secures multi-tranche dual currency  term  loan  facility aggregating US$1,120 million

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SINGAPORE – Olam Group Limited (“Olam Group”) announced that its wholly owned subsidiary, olam food ingredients (“ofi”), a global leader in naturally good food...
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The b-capsule is here: The new format that allows coffee roasters to showcase their craftsmanship without compromising on quality

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MILAN - Single-serve capsules are still a market with potential for further development: some insist on aluminum, others are exploring fully compostable materials, while...
Competitions

World Barista Championship: BWT water+more and Ceado among the sponsors for 2026-2027

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MILAN - The Specialty Coffee Association (SCA) announces the Qualified Sponsors for the 2026–2027 World Barista Championship (WBC), marking the beginning of a new...
Culture

Introducing Pleasure Makes Us Human, the 2026 Lavazza Calendar photographed by Alex Webb

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MIAMI, USA – With its 2026 Calendar, Lavazza continues the journey it began with 'Pleasure Makes Us Human,' a global campaign exploring an intangible...
Institutions

Fao Director-General launches Agriculture Initiatives in Liberia with Coffea Liberica selected as the country’s flagship commodity

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MONROVIA, Liberia — The Director-General of the UN Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), Dr. Qu Dongyu, has officially launched two major initiatives in Liberia:...
Associations

New coffee sector partnership invests €2 million to advance farmer prosperity and sustainable supply chains in East Africa

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BONN, Germany - Through the Global Coffee Platform (GCP), leading coffee companies and the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) have...
Roasters

Tchibo Refurbished meets customer needs

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HAMBURG, Germany – Since its launch in summer 2025, the Tchibo Refurbished business model for fully automatic coffee machines has seen a pleasing increase...
Chocolate

Mars completes acquisition of Kellanova including Pringles and Kellogg’s international cereal brands

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MCLEAN, Virginia and CHICAGO, Illinois, USA – Mars, Incorporated, a family-owned, global leader in pet care, snacking and food, is pleased to announce the...
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Jollibee Group Brands lead Asean Restaurant Rankings for 2025 as global presence expands

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SINGAPORE, SG – The Jollibee Group 's global momentum continues as its three flagship brands-Jollibee, Mang Inasal, and Chowking-once again dominated the Brand Finance...
Sustainability

Momentum Coffee launches Community Investment Campaign

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CHICAGO, IL, USA – Momentum Coffee, Chicago’s largest Black-owned coffee brand with four locations citywide, founded and led by husband-and-wife team Ms. Bravo and...
Roasters

The Coca-Cola Company announces CEO succession plan, Chief Operating Officer Henrique Braun to succeed James Quincey as CEO in 2026

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ATLANTA, USA – The Coca-Cola Company yesterday (December 10, 2025) announced that its board of directors has elected Executive Vice President and Chief Operating...
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Scooter’s Coffee expands leadership role for Mikala Friedrich to Chief Human Resources & Systems Officer

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OMAHA, Neb., USA – Scooter’s Coffee, one of the nation’s largest specialty coffee drive-thru companies, is proud to announce the expanded leadership role of...
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Lavazza celebrated the launch of the 2026 Lavazza Calendar at Art Basel Miami Beach

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MIAMI, USA – Lavazza was the official coffee partner of Miami Art Basel for the first time and on this occasion released the 2026...
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Black Rock Coffee Bar continues expansion in Colorado with new Colorado Springs location

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SCOTTSDALE, AZ, USA – Black Rock Coffee Bar, the Oregon-born boutique coffee company known for its specialty coffees, teas, smoothies, and popular Fuel® energy...

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Ron Howard to headline The NAMA Show 2026 in Los Angeles

ARLINGTON, Va., USA — Academy Award–winning filmmaker Ron Howard will headline The NAMA Show 2026, taking place April 22–24, 2026, at the Los Angeles Convention Center. The annual trade...
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Keurig Dr Pepper declares quarterly dividend of $0.23

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BURLINGTON, Mass. and FRISCO, Texas, USA - Keurig Dr Pepper announced yesterday (December 09, 2025) that its Board of Directors has declared a regular...
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Tims China reports third quarter 2025 revenues of $50.3 million, flat on-year

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SHANGHAI, China, and NEW YORK, USA – TH International Limited, the exclusive operator of Tim Hortons coffee shops in China (“Tims China” or the...
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Biggby Coffee recognized on Forbes’ 2026 Best Customer Service List

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EAST LANSING, Mich., USA – BIGGBY COFFEE, the people-focused coffee franchise with over 450 locations, was named on the Forbes Best Customer Service 2026...

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