- In December 2023, De' Longhi, an Italian small appliance manufacturer, acquired a 41% stake in La Marzocco for approximately USD 374 million. This strategic move aims to strengthen De' Longhi's position in the premium coffee machine market and expand its product offerings by leveraging La Marzocco's expertise in high-end espresso machines
- In September 2023, Nespresso launched its first paper-based compostable capsules in response to the European Commission's new packaging regulations. This development represents a significant shift towards sustainability in the coffee machine industry, addressing growing consumer demand for eco-friendly products
- In October 2020, Nestlé's coffee brand, Nespresso, launched new touchless functionalities. To allow employees to maintain social interactions around a cup of coffee more safely, Nespresso introduced three new options for its Nespresso Momento machines.
- In April 2019, Electrolux, a global leader in home appliances, acquired Unic for an undisclosed sum. Unic will be able to expand its product offerings and accelerate international growth in the coffee espresso segment, which is a significant and rapidly growing part of the foodservice business, as a result of this acquisition. Unic, a French company, specialises in the production of professional espresso machines
