India: Amul to expand operations
Indian dairy giant Kaira District Co-operative Milk Producers’ Union (Amul) has announced the opening of a new processing plant in West Bengal and the expansion of operations to the states of Bihar and Assam. According to India Retailing, the new plant in West Bengal represents an investment of 250 crore ($38.8 million). “We are expanding […]
Australia: Set The Bar launches “low GI” snack bar
A new snack bar called enrGIsustain, claimed to be “a delicious between-meals formulated snack bar with specially selected low GI ingredients”, has been launched for consumers in Australia The product, launched by Set The Bar, is said to be designed to keep blood sugar stable as well as maintaining a healthy weight, ensuring sustained energy. […]
China: Spar announces expansion
Dutch multinational retailer Spar has announced a new partnership in China with Yunnan Anning Jinfang Commercial Group (Jinfang), with plans to open 32 new stores in the country. The new partner, Jinfang, operates in the retail sector in China and will invest in converting 32 of its stores into the Spar brand in the coming […]
Australia: Nestle launches new breakfast range
FMCG multinational Nestle has expanded its breakfast range of oat sachets in Australia by launching a range called Nature’s Mix under the Uncle Tobys brand. The product, said to be launched due to increased demand from consumers for low-sugar products, is described as a “no added sugar” range that is “naturally sweetened with dried fruit […]
Singapore: Ezaki Glico to set up new unit
Japan based snack manufacturer Ezaki Glico has released a plan to set up a new, wholly owned subsidiary called Glico Asia Pacific Pte. Ltd. in Singapore on 1st June 2017. According to a press release, the new company has been set up to engage in business control as well as marketing activities within the ASEAN […]
Australia: Mondelez invests in Cadbury brand
FMCG multinational Mondelez International has recently announced the expansion of its Cadbury chocolate factory in Hobart, Australia, and the introduction of a new range of Cadbury Dark Milk chocolates. According to Inside FMCG, the company invested A$4 million ($2.9 million) to expand the site, by acquiring new equipment for two new production lines. Mondelez spokeswoman […]
Japan: Megmilk Snow Brand invests $5.6 million in yoghurt drinks
Japanese dairy specialist Yukijirushi Megmilk (trading as Megmilk Snow Brand) has announced plans to increase production capacity for yoghurt drink in western Japan by extending its Kyoto facility. The reason for the investment is said to be high demand for on-the-go yoghurt drinks due to heightened health concerns, and the popularity of the company’s Megumi […]
Japan: Asahi launches new spirits brands
Japan based beverage maker Asahi has unveiled two new “innovative” spirits brands in Japan under the brand name Coffey. The “premium” brands, to be available from June, are Coffey Gin and Coffey Vodka, sold under the Nikka brand. Both are said to have been distilled in a “Coffey still”, which is claimed to be”a very […]
Japan: Calbee makes further investment
Japan-based snack manufacturer Calbee has decided to invest ¥700 million ($63.4 million) at its Kyoto plant to start producing Frugra, a brand of fruit granola products. Once built, it will be the third plant producing Frugra brand products in Japan and the third investment Calbee made for the brand in recent times. It has previously invested […]
Malaysia: Fonterrra invests $5 million in operations
New Zealand based dairy firm Fonterra has invested 20 million MYR ($5 million) in its Malaysian milk powder facility at its Susumas site in Kuala Lumpur. According to Jose Miguel Porraz-Lando, managing director of Fonterra brands Malaysia and Singapore, the investment is part of Fonterra’s commitment to food safety and quality. “We continually invest in […]