Neumann Kaffee Gruppe (NKG)

𝗡𝗞𝗚 𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗹𝗱 𝗼𝗳 𝗖𝗼𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗲 𝗗𝘂𝗯𝗮𝗶 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 The World of Coffee in Dubai is just around the corner: mark your calendar and join us from February 10th to 12th. You can find us at the NKG booth Z4-G7, where our group companies InterAmerican Coffee and Nordic Approach will host daily cuppings. Use the opportunity to sample some exceptional coffees from Ethiopia, India, Colombia, and other origins, showcasing the diversity of our global offerings. We are very much looking forward to meeting some of you and wish everyone participating a fantastic time! Who else is joining us for some coffee enthusiastic chats? Find out more: https://lnkd.in/e-XBRQxs #NKG #NeumannKaffeeGruppe #coffeelove #greencoffee #WorldOfCoffeeDubai2025 

𝗕𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗼𝗻𝗴𝗲𝗿 𝗙𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 – 𝗡𝗞𝗚’𝘀 𝗢𝗿𝗴𝗮𝗻𝗶𝘇𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 With a strategic transformation based on regional empowerment, streamlined decision-making, and enhanced leadership agility, we at Neumann Kaffee Gruppe (NKG) are taking decisive steps to secure our resilience, market leadership, and sustainable growth in an evolving global coffee industry. As of February 2025 onwards, NKG will establish three regional offices to support operations across the Americas, Asia Pacific, and EMEA. Led by Regional CEOs, these offices will serve as hubs for decision-making and strategic development tailored to their markets: ✅ Americas: Based in the U.S., Nicolas Rueda Latiff will oversee this region, leveraging his successful tenure as CEO of the NKG companies in North America as well as his ample experience in Latin America. ✅ Asia Pacific: Ruben Scholz, who is transitioning from his position as Group COO at NG at the end of January, will lead the operations from Singapore. ✅ Europe, Middle East & Africa: For now, these central regions will remain anchored in Hamburg under the responsibility of David M. Neumann, Group CEO. At our Hamburg headquarters, we are also restructuring leadership to drive efficiency and innovation.  At the end of 2024, the Board of Management consisted of four Directors (Geschäftsführer) and four members of a Board (Geschäftsleitung), a total of 8 persons. As of January/February 2025, it will be reduced and regrouped into the Board of Directors (BoD/ Geschäftsführung) and will consist of: 🔹 David M. Neumann, Group Chief Executive Officer (CEO) 🔹 Maren Uzarek, Group Chief People Officer (CPO) 🔹 Justin Schulze-Smidt, Group Chief Financial Officer (CFO) The work of the BoD will be enhanced by being joined by the Regional CEOs in the newly created NKG Executive Board. “This journey is about more than just adapting; it is about securing NKG’s position as a global leader for years to come,” says David M. Neumann. “By enacting real regional empowerment and rethinking how we work, we are building a stronger, more dynamic organization poised to navigate future challenges and opportunities.” For more information please visit: https://lnkd.in/edUYYf3Q ☕🌎 #NeumannKaffeeGruppe #NKG #greencoffee #coffeelove #Transformation #FutureReady

  𝗪𝗶𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗮 𝗯𝗿𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗳𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝘀𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗮 𝗳𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗵 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁 As the festive season approaches, we want to take a moment to reflect on the connections and shared journeys that make our global coffee community so unique. From the farmers nurturing coffee beans to the roasters crafting blends, every step of the coffee supply chain is a celebration of dedication and passion.   We wish all our partners, colleagues, and followers a joyful festive season and a fantastic start to the new year. Here’s to a future brewed with collaboration, resilience, and success! 🥳 ☕ 🌱 ❤️   #NeumannKaffeeGruppe #NKG #greencoffee #coffeelove #cheersto2025

We don't often find ourselves in front of the camera, but in this case it was very important for us to talk about key issues such as navigating complex regulations like 𝗘𝗨𝗗𝗥 and increasing transparency along the coffee value chain.   Many thanks to our partner osapiens for supporting us on our journey of transformation and to all participants behind and in front of the camera, especially the teams from NKG Kala Hamburg GmbH and the Hamburg Quality Department of InterAmerican Coffee - Europe & Bernhard Rothfos GmbH for giving us these great insights! 💡 #NeumannKaffeeGruppe #NKG #greencoffee #EUDR #partnerships

𝗟𝗲𝘁’𝘀 𝗛𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝗮 𝗖𝗼𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗲 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝘁 #𝟭 Sustainability is said to be based on the premise of farmers' livelihoods. But how does the coffee industry tackle the balance between environment and livelihoods? Our Group thrives on many different perspectives from all our locations worldwide. We want to make these points of view visible – starting with Becamo, one of the largest and most reliable coffee exporters in Honduras. As a coffee and people passionate, the coffee exporter truly believes in a holistic approach, recognizing the vital role of every member within the green coffee value chain. Marcela Zelaya, Marketing and Communications, spoke to José Manuel Calero Moraga, Head of Sustainable Business Unit Why is it so important for the coffee industry to take care of the livelihoods of smallholder farmers and how do you try to enhance the situation (for example initiatives or projects)? Although 96 % of producers in Honduras operate on less than 7 hectares, they are responsible for an impressive 74 % of the nation’s coffee volume. The significance of caring for small producers lies in their vulnerability to various industry challenges, such as climate change, labor shortages due to migration, lack of access to financing, technical assistance and technology. To ensure well-being of smallholders, we actively support initiatives focused on providing access to clean water, distributing school kits, establishing daycare centers, and offering food baskets. How do you deal with climate change and thus environmental sustainability?🌏 🌱 We tackle climate change proactively with our dedicated Unit for Sustainable Services to Producers (USSP). Consisting of a team of 35 field agronomists, we work closely with 4,000 families, addressing a wide array of environmental concerns. Our efforts encompass various aspects including waste management, integrated pest and disease management, biofertilizer production, soil regeneration, species diversity preservation, and safe agrochemical practices.  Our vision for sustainability extends further, as we are in the process of hiring additional agronomists, reaching a total of 53 in the field, to support 14,000 producers nationwide. What are special engagements at Becamo that you would love to share with the audience? The integration of women and youth in our sustainability programs is crucial. That's why we've developed coffee brands specifically highlighting women and youth, aiming to inspire them to remain active in the sector. Moreover, we are committed to child protection and fair labor practices. Our holistic approach to sustainability emphasizes our dedication to preserving communities and empowering our producers for the future of the Honduran coffee industry. By prioritizing climate resilience, we aim to create a more vibrant and sustainable coffee landscape for generations to come. _____ Accompany Becamo's coffee journey and stay updated by following their LinkedIn account!

𝗙𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗪𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗵: 𝗡𝗞𝗚 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗚𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗣𝗿𝗼 𝗹𝗮𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗵 𝗘𝘂𝗿𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗮𝗻 𝗥𝗲𝗰𝘆𝗰𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗜𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲   Sustainability in coffee production takes a significant step forward with the European launch of our and GrainPro’s recycling program. After a successful start in the U.S., this initiative now offers coffee roasters in Europe an easy and effective way to recycle used GrainPro Hermetic Bags and other liners, contributing to a more sustainable coffee supply chain. Unlike other recycling methods, such as the yellow bag or yellow bin system in Germany, this method recycles not only parts of the waste but the entire product.    Through NKG Kala Hamburg GmbH, roasters can deliver their used liners directly to the warehouse or ship them for proper recycling. This innovative process ensures that 100% of the materials are recycled, unlike conventional methods that handle only partial waste. The U.S. program has already diverted more than 11 tons of used coffee liners from landfills, and the European initiative aims to replicate this success.   "Our collaboration with GrainPro reinforces NKG's mission to build a sustainable future for coffee. By providing roasters with an accessible recycling option, we are making tangible progress in reducing waste and carbon emissions within our industry," says Dr. Julius Wenzig, Environment and Climate Change Manager at Neumann Gruppe.   With strong support from NKG’s European import and trading companies, this program reflects NKG’s unwavering commitment to a more sustainable coffee ecosystem.   Founded in 1956, NKG Kala Hamburg is a leading service provider specializing in the storage, processing, and delivery of green coffee beans. Renowned for its state-of-the-art operations, NKG Kala ensures quality and reliability throughout the coffee supply chain, driving innovation and sustainability in every step.   Interested in joining us? Learn more about the recycling initiative and how you can participate here: https://lnkd.in/eD2-rijQ   #NeumannKaffeeGruppe #NKG #greencoffee #coffeelove #CoffeeInnovation #Recycling

𝗛𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗘𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗼𝗽𝗶𝗮𝗻 𝗖𝗼𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗲 𝗛𝗲𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗴𝗲: 𝗡𝗞𝗚 𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗠𝗜𝗗𝗥𝗢𝗖 We have exciting news to share: on November 7, 2024, we at NKG entered into a landmark bilateral coffee marketing agreement with MIDROC Investement Group, the owner of the world's largest coffee farms managed under Horizon Plantations and Ethio Agri-CEFT, as well as coffee processing and warehousing facilities in Addis Ababa. The agreement is designed to improve coffee productivity and support the development of coffee plantations, making Ethiopian coffee even more competitive on the world stage. David M. Neumann, Group CEO, expresses great enthusiasm for this agreement:  “This agreement with MIDROC Investment Group feels truly special. It's built on a foundation of trust, friendship, and a shared vision to advance not just our companies, but Ethiopia's pivotal role in the global coffee industry. We're immensely proud to partner with the world's largest Arabica coffee farms, recognizing the vast potential of Ethiopian coffees in the international market. This collaboration allows us to showcase the rich history and unique story behind these exceptional coffees, while also diversifying their reach to new customers worldwide. As we've always done, we're building bridges between producers and consumers, but now on an unprecedented scale. This partnership embodies our commitment to fostering growth, sustainability, diversity and excellence in the coffee sector, particularly in a country as significant to coffee's heritage as Ethiopia.” We are very much looking forward to the exciting opportunities it brings for us and the worldwide coffee community! #NeumannKaffeeGruppe #NKG #coffeelove #coffee #ethiopia

𝗗𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝘁𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵 𝗖𝗦𝗥𝗗 𝗥𝗲𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴: 𝗡𝗞𝗚 𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗟𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗨𝘀𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗼𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝘂𝗺 On Oktober 22-23, this year’s Sustainable Land Use and Commodities Forum was hosted by the Innovation Forum in Amsterdam. For NKG, Dr Julius Wenzig, Environment & Climate Change Manager, participated in a track on the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD). Together with Robin Millington, CEO of Planet Tracker, Julius spoke on the growing importance of reporting requirements and standards to disclose transparently and act more sustainably.   “At Neumann Kaffee Gruppe, we view the CSRD as a valuable opportunity to enhance our sustainability efforts with unified EU reporting standards. While compliance requires significant resources, this framework empowers us to focus on our most material sustainability matters and fosters progress toward sustainability.   One of the highlights of the workshop was connecting with other companies as they navigate materiality assessments and their first CSRD reports. We discussed diverse approaches to implementation, especially as sector-specific guidelines and audit standards are still emerging. A lively discussion also centered on whether accounting and auditing firms are fully prepared to audit sustainability reports effectively and guide businesses with a pragmatic approach.” Dr. Julius Wenzig, Environment & Climate Change Manager   Looking ahead, we at NKG are progressing with our own materiality assessment and preparing to gather CSRD-aligned metrics across our group companies. These insights will shape our Responsible Business Program, ensuring it reflects our commitment and aligns with evolving sustainability standards.   Thank you, Julius, for sharing your insights with us! You would like to learn more about our Responsible Business Program and sustainability at NKG? Have a look at our NKG Sustainability Report 2024: https://lnkd.in/eARAsXav   #NKG #NeumannKaffeeGruppe #greencoffee #ResponsibleBusiness #SustainableCommodities #CSRD

𝗖𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗻𝗲𝘄 𝗯𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀: 𝗢𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗼𝗳 𝗡𝗞𝗚 𝗦𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗵𝗮𝗶   Great news from our group company NKG Shanghai: Our first office in China hosted a successful opening event in downtown Changning District. The celebration, complete with a traditional lion dance for good fortune, marks an exciting milestone in our commitment to serving China's growing coffee market. We are looking forward to a bright future and increased impact in this vital region as we continue to expand our global presence and meet the diverse needs of coffee lovers across China.   #NeumannKaffeeGruppe #NKG #greencoffee #coffeelove #welcomeshanghai https://lnkd.in/ec2NtJ-B

We are thrilled to announce that Maren Uzarek, our Director Group Human Resources, has been recognized as one of the 100 outstanding women from the SME sector in Germany by DUP UNTERNEHMER! This selection highlights her exemplary leadership and continuous commitment to gender equality. We are proud of Maren's achievement and the positive impact she continues to have on our organization and beyond.   Congrats to all the other empowering women! https://lnkd.in/dFvW6uEe #NKG #NeumannKaffeeGruppe #greencoffee #coffeelove #HR #rolemodels