Investment

Nestle is investing US$690 million to build its own coffee production plant in Thailand after the end of a local joint venture. Between 1990 and 2024, Nestle partnered with local …

Kim Teck Cheong Consolidated Bhd (KTC) plans to invest RM30 million (US$7.33 million) in a Gardenia bread manufacturing plant in Kota Samarahan, Sarawak. KTC, through its subsidiary Gardenia Bakeries (East …

Philippine-based dressed chicken supplier, Art Fresh Chicken Corp. has inaugurated a new facility in San Pablo, Laguna, to meet the growing demand for poultry while ensuring a more resilient food …

Charoen Pokphand Group (CP), a regional leader for poultry and pork meat, has unveiled plan to expand its long term investment in Vietnam via its subsidiaries. It will focus on …

Suntory PepsiCo Vietnam has recently inaugurated a new US$300 million plant in southern Tay Ninh province, marking its largest ever investment in Vietnam. Built on nearly 20 hectares of land …

Major biscuit and snack food manufacturer, Monde M.Y. San Corporation has unveiled plan to build a Pesos 5 billion (US$81.2 million) plant at the TECO Industrial Park-Special Economic Zone in …

US-based health supplement manufacturer, Solara Labs is actively seeking a strategic partner in China. Solara Labs entered China in late 2024 with 2 of its well-known brands, Renzo’s Vitamins for …

South Korean retail giant, Lotte Group has recently launched a new joint venture in Singapore to integrate the operations of its Korean and Japanese food businesses, and to spearhead its …

Umios, one of Japan’s largest seafood company, has acquired a 51% stake in Malaysia’s Pet World International for Yen 11.4 billion (US$70.3 million) as part of its ambition to expand …

Chongqing Beer, a popular Chinese beer brand under Carlsberg, has started brewing in Malaysia, making it the first Chinese beer brand to produce overseas. Carlsberg Malaysia Brewery’s factory in Shah …

Vietnam has been attracting new investments in its rapidly growing non-alcoholic beverage segment. In June, the latest entrant is AP Beverage Trading Production (AP Beverage) which has opened a manufacturing …

Major fruit processor, An Giang Fruit-Vegetables & Foodstuff JSC (Antesco) has approved the establishment of a wholly owned subsidiary, with an investment of Dong 419 billion (US$16 million) to develop a …

Betagro Public Co., Limited (Betagro) is planning to accelerate the expansion of its premium pet food business. Leveraging its expertise in food and nutrition, Betagro plans to expand its premium …

Carlsberg has recently entered into an agreement with Japan-based Sapporo Breweries to establish a strategic joint venture across Southeast Asia and Hong Kong, alongside a partnership in the UK. This …

China’s fast-growing coffee chains are creating new opportunities for Thai fruit ingredients suppliers. The Thai Trade Centre in Xiamen highlighted how digital platforms, fully integrated logistics systems and the growing …

Charoen Pokphand Foods Public Co. Limited (CPF) and NH Foods Ltd has announced that their joint venture (JV), CPF NH Foods Co., Ltd has officially commenced production at its modern …

Since its IPO listing in 2025, Leong Guan, a major manufacturer of noodles like yellow mee, hor fun and kway teow is eyeing at acquisitions, export and new product development …

More than 13 domestic investors are eyeing majority stake in Viet Ha Investment and Trading JSC, the owner of Viet Ha beer brand. Established in 1966 as a condiment factory, …

Antway Inc., the Tokyo-based food-tech company behind Japan’s leading home-cooked meal subscription service Tsuklio, has recently announced its official launch in Singapore, marking its first international expansion into Southeast Asia. …

Japanese snack food giant Calbee has formed partnership with the Singapore-based microbiome firm AMILI to bring personalized nutrition into the country. Known as Body Granola, the personalized nutrition service comprises …

SET-listed President Bakery, the producer and distributor of bakery products under the Farmhouse brand, has disclosed plan to invest Bt 1 billion (US$39.2 million) on a new flour mill. The …