Blank Street has raised $75 million in fresh funding from investors including private equity firm General Atlantic, as the coffee chain looks to accelerate its US expansion and broaden its product offering.

Starbucks is set to invest $100 million in a new corporate office in Nashville, Tennessee, as part of plans to expand its North American operations.

Emma Field, coffee expert at Brita Professional, examines how heatwaves can affect the water used to prepare tea and coffee, and explains why effective water management should be an essential part of maintaining quality and protecting equipment.

Bulletproof has expanded its functional coffee portfolio with the launch of Mood Booster Mushroom Latte, marking the brand's first entry into the latte format.

International Delight has expanded its autumn portfolio with the launch of a limited-edition Apple Butter Coffee Cake Creamer.

From today (12 August 2026), new measures under the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation apply across the European Union, aiming to promote a circular economy and strengthen the Single Market for packaging.

Crane Convenience has launched a new range of coffee machines in the UK and Europe, featuring updated digital interfaces, connectivity and fleet management capabilities.

Starbucks has expanded its UK ready-to-drink portfolio with two permanent matcha lattes and a limited-edition pumpkin spice Frappuccino.

Indian coffee equipment and services provider Kaapi Machines has secured an equity investment of INR 500 million (approx. $5.3 million) from B2B hospitality solutions company Sedna Horeca.

Fairtrade International has announced increases to its minimum prices for arabica and robusta coffee.

Califia Farms is expanding its portfolio in the US with the launch of Banana Crème Almond Milk Latte and Organic Banana Crème Almond Milk Coffee Creamer, tapping into the popularity of banana-flavoured coffee options.

Pret A Manger has appointed Anita McDonnell as president of its international division, effective from late August.