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Thermoplan acquires coffee roasting start-up Mikafi
Thermoplan acquires coffee roasting start-up Mikafi

Swiss coffee equipment manufacturer Thermoplan has acquired Mikafi, a start-up developing compact tabletop coffee roasters for on-site use in cafés.

Coffee
Philz Coffee set to be acquired by private equity firm Freeman Spogli
Philz Coffee set to be acquired by private equity firm Freeman Spogli

Philz Coffee has signed an agreement to be acquired by private equity firm Freeman Spogli.

Mergers & Acquisitions
Jestic Foodservice brings Bear Robotics’ service robot to UK hospitality sector
Jestic Foodservice brings Bear Robotics’ service robot to UK hospitality sector

Jestic Foodservice Solutions has partnered with Bear Robotics to bring the company’s advanced Servi+ service robot to the UK, offering live demonstrations at its development kitchen in Paddock Wood, Kent.

Foodservice
HRC announces bold new evolution for 2026
HRC announces bold new evolution for 2026

HRC, the trade event for hospitality and foodservice professionals, has unveiled a significant new direction for its 2026 edition, promising a completely transformed experience when it returns to ExCeL London from 30 March to 1 April.

Partner Content
Pret A Manger appoints Felipe Athayde as president of North America
Pret A Manger appoints Felipe Athayde as president of North America

Pret A Manger has announced the appointment of Felipe Athayde as president of North America.

Appointments
Subway names former Burger King executive Jonathan Fitzpatrick as next CEO
Subway names former Burger King executive Jonathan Fitzpatrick as next CEO

Subway has appointed Jonathan Fitzpatrick as its next chief executive officer, effective 28 July.

Appointments
Krispy Kreme names Raphael Duvivier as CFO
Krispy Kreme names Raphael Duvivier as CFO

Krispy Kreme has appointed Raphael Duvivier as chief financial officer, effective 11 July 2025.

Appointments
Starbucks pilots AI assistant to support baristas in real time
Starbucks pilots AI assistant to support baristas in real time

Starbucks has introduced a generative AI-powered tool designed to support baristas during their shifts, as part of its latest move to streamline operations and enhance in-store efficiency.

Coffee
Starbucks announces leadership shake-up to speed up turnaround efforts
Starbucks announces leadership shake-up to speed up turnaround efforts

Starbucks has announced a series of leadership and structural changes aimed at accelerating its turnaround, following recent earnings that fell short of expectations.

Appointments
Starbucks cuts iced drink prices in China amid market slowdown – Reuters
Starbucks cuts iced drink prices in China amid market slowdown – Reuters

Starbucks has announced a price reduction for some of its iced beverages in China, lowering prices by an average of 5 yuan (approx. $0.70) nationwide as of Tuesday, according to Reuters.

Foodservice
Krispy Kreme completes sale of Insomnia Cookies stake
Krispy Kreme completes sale of Insomnia Cookies stake

Krispy Kreme has finalised the sale of its remaining ownership stake in Insomnia Cookies, a move that underscores the company's...

Mergers & Acquisitions
Popeyes UK secures £43m to support expansion
Popeyes UK secures £43m to support expansion

Popeyes UK has secured £43 million in new financing to support its ongoing expansion plans across the country.

Foodservice
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