Vinarchy is one of the world’s largest specialist wine companies, with more than AU$ 1.5 billion in annual net sales revenue Australian Wine Holdco Limited (AWL) – a consortium of international institutional investors – announces the creation of Vinarchy, a new global wine company and future industry leader. Vinarchy combines[Read More…]
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Tasmania showcases world-class seafood to boost exports to Asia
The initiative is designed to strengthen export opportunities and deepen trade ties across Asia, aligning with the broader goals of the 2030 Strong Plan for Tasmania’s Future Tasmania is putting its premium seafood on the global stage this week as 14 major seafood buyers from Japan, China, Singapore, and Vietnam[Read More…]
Asahi Beverages unveils $60 Mn canning line at Australia’s largest brewery in Yatala
The state-of-the-art canning line is capable of producing more than 2 million cans every 24 hours Asahi Beverages has launched a new $60 million canning line at Australia’s largest brewery in Yatala, Queensland, to address the increasing demand for cans over stubby bottles. This new line will produce up to[Read More…]
Bega Group to shut Strathmerton Australia site
The consolidation of sites is expected to deliver $30 million per annum of cost savings by eliminating duplication and reducing fixed costs once the integration is complete Following an extensive review, Bega Cheese Limited (Bega Group) has announced the consolidation of its Strathmerton, Australia cheese processing and packaging operations into[Read More…]
Ahlstrom receives home compostable certification in Australia and New Zealand
Sulpack is a PFAS-free parchment paper specifically developed for fresh and greasy applications and offers a natural grease barrier for packaging Ahlstrom, a global leader in fibre-based speciality materials, has received Home compostability certification from the Australasian Bioplastics Association (ABA) for its Sulpack product range. Sulpack is a PFAS-free parchment[Read More…]
Australian apples gain market access to China
The newly secured access for apples builds on a series of recent positive trade outcomes for Australian horticulture, including improved access for table grapes to Japan and new market access for plums to Vietnam The Australian Fresh Produce Alliance (AFPA) has welcomed the announcement of new market access for Australian[Read More…]
Western Australia expands FOGO facility
The projects will share in more than $3.6 million through the WasteSorted Organics Infrastructure Grants program Three new projects expanding food organics and garden organics (FOGO) recycling infrastructure in Western Australia will soon get underway, thanks to the Cook Government funding. The projects will share in more than $3.6 million[Read More…]
Behind the Bottle: How Wine Australia winning back global markets
Paul Turale, General Manager of Marketing at Wine Australia Following removing Chinese import tariffs in early 2024, Australian wine has seen a significant resurgence in key international markets, especially in the premium segment. Paul provides detailed insights into the factors driving this growth, including Wine Australia’s efforts to diversify its[Read More…]
Australian wine exports rebound on China reopening, but global markets remain fragile
The disconnect between value and volume growth reflects a sharp uplift in the average export value, which climbed 33 per cent to $4.09 per litre FOB, the highest in nearly two decades Australian wine exports have rebounded strongly in the 12 months ending March 2025, largely driven by renewed access[Read More…]
Australian wine exports to China exceed $ 1 Bn one year after removal of tariffs
The average value of exports increased by 33 per cent to $4.09 per litre free on board (FOB), the highest average value in almost two decades In the 12 months ended March 2025, Australian wine exports increased by 41 per cent in value to $2.64 billion and by 6 per[Read More…]