This marks the launch of a new centralised procurement and direct transportation model connecting key wholesale markets in both countries The first convoy of refrigerated trucks carrying fruits and vegetables set off from Urumqi, the capital of northwest China’s Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, bound for Almaty, Kazakhstan. This marks the[Read More…]
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CP Foods collaborates across sectors to reduce PM 2.5 dust
CP Foods integrates advanced digital technologies—including blockchain for enhanced transparency and satellite imaging for detecting hotspots and burn scars Charoen Pokphand Foods Public Company Limited (CP Foods) is committed to implementing sustainable practices throughout its supply chain. The company sources raw materials legally, ensuring no forest encroachment and no crop[Read More…]
Coca-Cola FEMSA chooses Sidel’s Super Combi for CSD
With the installation of Sidel Super Combi at the Jundiai plant, Coca-Cola FEMSA has boosted its productivity to meet this rising demand for CSD beverages Coca-Cola FEMSA has chosen Sidel’s Super Combi for its carbonated soft drinks (CSD) line in Jundiai, Brazil, increasing overall line productivity and operating at 39,000[Read More…]
SIG and partners develop solution for recycling used beverage cartons in Egypt
At present, there is no formalised system for waste collection and recycling in Egypt SIG has partnered with Plastic Bank, Carta Misr, and TileGreen to establish Egypt’s first end-to-end recycling system for used aseptic beverage cartons. This initiative will help to restructure the Egyptian recycling landscape and turn waste into[Read More…]
ADM, Mitsubishi sign MOU to enhance agriculture value chain
ADM and MC will now explore potential new ways to bring their respective strengths together to meet these global challenges ADM and Mitsubishi Corporation (MC) announced that both companies have signed a non-binding memorandum of understanding to form a strategic alliance to explore potential areas of future collaboration across the[Read More…]
Brau Union and Einride join forces to electrify company’s freight operations in Austria
This must be seen as an initial step towards the electrification of freight transport Brau Union Österreich and freight technology company Einride announced their partnership in electrifying road freight operations across Austria. Initial operations kicked off in January, showcasing the next step for Brau Union Österreich in reducing CO2 emissions within[Read More…]
Thailand government prepares for 2025 fruit export surge
The Ministry of Commerce has introduced seven strategic measures supported by 25 operational plans Thailand’s Commerce Minister Pichai Naripthaphan has convened a high-level meeting to oversee preparations for the 2025 fruit production season as the country anticipates a surge in yields nationwide. The session brought together commercial attachés from overseas[Read More…]
ALPLA restructures leadership in Europe and Asia
Ronald Tichelaar, General Manager China until then, will succeed him as Managing Director APAC at that time Packaging and recycling specialist ALPLA is restructuring its leadership in its two Western Europe (WEEU) and Asia-Pacific (APAC) regions. Roland Wallner (Managing Director APAC since 2021) will take over as Managing Director Western[Read More…]
South Australia exports 400 tonnes of lobster to China
China’s demand for other seafood also increased in the year to January 2025, with tuna exports up 752 per cent to $9.3 million South Australia’s Southern Rock Lobster has been snapped up by Chinese consumers following the lifting of live lobster trade restrictions at the end of 2024. In the[Read More…]
UK meat exports set to increase following trade talks with Philippines
The recent removal of bans on British beef and poultry is expected to significantly boost trade, potentially generating £80 million over five years The United Kingdom and the Philippines are strengthening their trade partnership, with agriculture emerging as a key sector for growth. During their first Joint Economic and Trade[Read More…]
