The National Automatic Merchandising Association (NAMA) has opened nominations for its 2026 Coffee Legend of the Year Award, which recognises long-standing leadership within the coffee services sector.

The South African Competition Commission has recommended approval of Coca-Cola HBC AG’s proposed acquisition of Coca-Cola Beverages Africa (CCBA).

Steve Davis, global director of product management at Industrial Physics, explores why testing has become essential to reducing risk and enabling manufacturers to innovate with confidence.

The product combines the taste of banana-flavoured milk with 20g of protein, 0g of sugar, 90 calories and 60mg of caffeine per shelf-stable can. It is made with lactose-free ultrafiltered milk.

Suntory PepsiCo Vietnam Beverage has inaugurated its ‘largest and most advanced’ manufacturing facility in Asia, located in Tay Ninh, Vietnam.

Major drinks manufacturers and grocery retailers have called on the Welsh government to appoint an administrator for Wales’ DRS by the end of July.

Nichols and Myprotein have launched Myprotein Clear Whey Protein Water in the UK under a multi-year brand licensing agreement.

Trash, a new functional beverage made from upcycled cacao fruit, has officially launched following its public debut at Taste of London, offering retailers and consumers a new take on sustainable hydration.

Nestlé is investing CHF 563 million (approx. $696 million) into building a new Nescafé production facility in Thailand.

A new report from the European Coffee Federation (ECF) has highlighted the economic role of coffee across Europe and its links with producing countries.

Orgain has introduced a new ready-to-drink (RTD) protein shake made with ultra-filtered A2 milk.

Lavazza has expanded into the refrigerated ready-to-drink (RTD) coffee category with the launch of a new dairy-based range developed in partnership with Müller.