Coffee Service News & Media

JM Smucker to build Ohio R&D facility

December 6, 2022

The J.M. Smucker Co., which owns Folgers, Dunkin' and other consumer brands, will construct an R&D facility focused on testing new product innovation and…

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Arabica coffee prices dip, but future remains cloudy

December 6, 2022

Coffee prices have declined since August, but the future remains cloudy due to a number of factors, according to a report from The Food Institute.

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Coolgreens, Cash2Bitcoin among execs discussing profitability strategies at SSIS

December 5, 2022

With more sales channels reaching out for the consumer's dollar, convenience services has become more competitive than ever, and operators can no longer count…

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Aramark names Abigail Charpentier to replace retiring Lynn McKee as HR chief

December 5, 2022

Abigail Charpentier, right, will replace retiring Lynn McKee. Lynn McKee, executive vice president for human resources at Aramark Corp., has…

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Keurig Dr Pepper names R&D officer

December 5, 2022

Karin Rotem-Wildeman Keurig Dr Pepper Inc. has named Karin Rotem-Wildeman, Ph.D., to the position of chief research and development officer…

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Congress approves legislation to avert rail strike

December 5, 2022

Congress passed legislation last week to codify a contract with the railroads to avoid a rail strike and supply chain disruptions, according to the National…

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Sodexo reorganizes into 3 geographic zones

December 1, 2022

Sodexo Group has reorganized its on-site services, effective Oct. 1, 2022, with regions and countries consolidated into geographic zones, according to a press…

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How to identify the right workplace water solution

by Sam Roberts — Digital Marketing Manager, Connect Vending

The main considerations when selecting the right office water dispenser are what role the machine will fulfill and what environment the water dispenser(s) will…

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Nuzee expands partnership with Nostalgia Coffee Roasters on portion packs

November 29, 2022

Nuzee Inc., a producer and co-packer of single-serve coffee formats, has expanded its partnership with Nostalgia Coffee Roasters to bring 2.5-ounce portion…

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Don’t miss: Digital transformation and choosing the right technology

November 28, 2022

A host of new technologies — artificial intelligence, computer vision, machine learning and other technologies — offer convenience services operators new tools…

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Lavazza to acquire MaxiCoffee

November 28, 2022

Lavazza has agreed to acquire France-based MaxiCoffee for an undisclosed sum to strengthen its position in France and in e-commerce, according to Reuters.

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US Foods names Dave Flitman CEO

November 28, 2022

Dave Flitman US Foods Holding Corp. has named Dave Flitman chief executive officer, effective Jan. 5, 2023, according to a press release.

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Bellwether Coffee introduces small batch electric roasting

November 23, 2022

Bellwether Coffee, a Berkeley, California-based provider of an all-electric, ventless coffee roasting system, has launched two software enabled solutions…

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JM Smucker lifts Q2 2023 sales, upgrades 2023 expectations

November 22, 2022

The J.M. Smucker Co., which owns Folgers, Dunkin' and other consumer brands, lifted its Q2 2023 sales and upgraded its 2023 forecasts, according to an earnings…

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Asda, EG c-stores expand coffee kiosks

November 22, 2022

The Issa brothers, owners of Asda supermarkets and EG convenience stores in the U.K., will install more than 200 Leon coffee kiosks in their stores, according…

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Compass Group lifts 2022 sales and profits, surpasses 2019 levels

November 21, 2022

Compass Group, which owns Compass North America and Canteen Vending Services Inc. in the U.S., boosted its 2022 revenue and profit over the prior year…

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Kraft Heinz taps Diageo’s Janelle Orozco for procurement

November 21, 2022

Janelle Orozco The Kraft Heinz Co. has named Janelle Orozco to the role of chief procurement officer, North America, according to a press release.

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Hot new vending technology: Improving operational efficiency, the customer experience

November 17, 2022

Keeping up with all the new capabilities that technology can offer vending and related services has become one of the biggest challenges for companies active…

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Cafection rebrands as Evoca North America Venture

November 16, 2022

Cafection Ventures Inc., a manufacturer and distributor of commercial coffee machines for the U.S. and Canada, has changed its corporate name to Evoca North…

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Improved weather drives down coffee prices

November 16, 2022

The price of coffee beans has fallen over the past month on account of improved weather in coffee growing regions, as well as a rising U.S. dollar, according…

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