There is no consistent trend across the region, so looking deeper into individual countries is essential Beverage alcohol brand owners will need to display agility and adaptability in order to unlock growth in the Asia Pacific (APAC) region in the years ahead, as shifting dynamics bring fresh opportunities across India[Read More…]
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New Ocean Centres to drive safer and sustainable ocean economies across Global South
The Ocean Centres will serve as locally led, multi-stakeholder platforms in Brazil, Ghana, Kenya, India, Bangladesh, Indonesia and the Philippines A major step forward for ocean sustainability will be launched at the United Nations Ocean Conference 2025: a global network of Ocean Centres designed to put safety at the heart of the blue economy transition in emerging ocean[Read More…]
Coffee Bros urges US Government to exempt coffee from new tariffs
The petition, titled “Exempt Coffee from Tariffs: Protect American Small Businesses and Preserve Coffee Quality,” has begun gaining traction online Coffee Bros., a U.S.-based specialty coffee roaster, is urging the federal government to immediately exempt coffee from the newly imposed tariffs that threaten to disrupt the American coffee industry, drive up prices for[Read More…]
The Global FoodBanking Network partners with Starbucks to support food security
Starbucks will help expand food bank capacity in key countries India, Philippines, Malaysia, Thailand, Singapore and Vietnam The Global FoodBanking Network (GFN) and Starbucks Coffee Company are announcing a new global partnership that will enhance food security and reduce food loss and waste – building on both organisations’ longstanding commitments and efforts in this space. Through[Read More…]
Coca-Cola’s net revenue up by 3% to $47Bn
Global unit case volume grew 2 per cent in Q4, led by China, Brazil, and the United States, while full-year volume saw a 1 per cent increase, driven by growth in Brazil, India, and Mexico The Coca-Cola Company has reported robust financial and operational results for the fourth quarter and[Read More…]
Wellness or the Wallet? What Consumers are Saying When it Comes to Preventive Health
Christian Philippsen, Managing Director, BENEO, Asia Pacific If you were given three to four additional hours in a week, would this time be given to health or wealth? According to a recent survey[1] by a multinational insurance firm, the answer revealed a staggering 85 per cent of those in Singapore[Read More…]
How nutricosmetics are gaining traction
The Asia-Pacific region, including India, is emerging as a significant market for nutricosmetics The quest for radiant skin, lustrous hair, and overall beauty is no longer confined to topical creams and serums. Consumers are embracing a holistic approach to beauty, recognising the profound connection between inner health and outer radiance.[Read More…]
South Africa eyes Algeria as market for beef and lamb exports
This comes after South Africa’s notable success in other Middle Eastern markets Beefmaster Group, a South African supplier of beef products to the Middle and Far East, announced that the country’s red meat industry is well-positioned to tap into Algeria’s demand for premium beef and lamb. This comes after South[Read More…]
ADB, ECOM sign $100 Mn loan to enhance coffee value chain in APAC
The agreement will benefit more than 62,000 smallholder farmers in India, Indonesia, Papua New Guinea (PNG), and Viet Nam The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has signed a $100 million loan agreement with ECOM Agroindustrial Corporation Limited and ECOM Agroindustrial Asia Private Limited (ECOM) to enhance the climate resilience of the[Read More…]
The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf partners with Ekaagra Ostalaritza for expansion across India
This strategic partnership grants Ekaagra Ostalaritza Pvt Ltd exclusive rights to develop and expand The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf brand across India The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf, a global speciality coffee and tea house, has taken a significant step forward in its global expansion plans with the signing of[Read More…]