Michael Bradshaw, Vice President, Solutions Development APAC at Dematic
Automation is reshaping the food and beverage supply chain across Asia, with South Korea now home to a landmark innovation. Lotte Chilsung, one of the country’s leading beverage companies, has partnered with Dematic to imp...
Alice Lee, Technical Marketing Manager, GNT
At IBIE 2025, GNT is set to inspire the bakery and snack industry by showcasing its EXBERRY colours through vibrant concha cookie concepts. Derived entirely from fruits, vegetables, and plants, these clean-label colouring solutions are designed to meet...
Danny Dumas, Senior Vice President, North America Sales, Marketing & Product Management, Fresh Del Monte
With global demand for avocados and limes continuing to rise, Fresh Del Monte is sharpening its growth strategy through a strategic joint venture with Colombia-based Managro Group. The mo...
Willy Gabriel Mboukem, President of La Green Factory
Africa’s cocoa paradox is as old as the industry itself. The continent produces more than 70 per cent of the world’s cocoa, yet captures only a fraction of the $130-billion value chain. While Europe and North America dominate processing, b...
Namitesh Roy Choudhury, Vice Chairman & Managing Director of LANXESS India Private Limited
As consumer preferences increasingly shift toward safer, greener, and more transparent food choices, the food and beverage industry finds itself at a pivotal moment. Preservatives and additives are no ...
Lars Moksness, Analyst of Consumer Behaviour, and Bjørn-Erik Stabell, Head of Strategy and Sustainability at the Norwegian Seafood Council
As global food inflation influences consumer choices, lesser-known whitefish species are beginning to receive more attention at mealtimes. One such species ...
Margot van Lieshout-Koopmans, Wine Brand Strategist and Digital Communications Specialist, DipWSET
China’s wine industry is undergoing a dramatic transformation, shifting from Bordeaux-inspired mimicry to a bold pursuit of identity rooted in terroir, culture, and storytelling. In an exclusive ...
Roland Vanhoegaerden, Operations Managing Director for Speciality Rice Ingredients at BENEO
BENEO has launched a landmark initiative in Vietnam’s Mekong Delta to promote sustainable rice cultivation, partnering with non-profit organisation Rikolto and climate-tech company CarbonFarm. The three...
Claudia Geyer, Chief Technology Officer at Solos
As the NoLo (no- and low-alcohol) wine category gains momentum across Europe, premium winemakers are seeking solutions that preserve authenticity and flavour while meeting consumer demand. Solos, a technology-driven company specialising in dealcoh...
Martin Skaug, Director of Communications at the Norwegian Seafood Council
Forty years ago, a bold initiative called Project Japan aimed to explore new opportunities for Norwegian seafood in the Japanese market. What started as a general trade mission evolved into a culinary breakthrough with the...
Helen Hu, President of Health & Wellness for APAC at ADM
The link between gut health and mental well-being has emerged as an exciting area of focus in nutrition science. Consumers are increasingly looking for holistic solutions to address stress, sleep, and mood. Central to this movement is ...
Jay Gilbert, PhD, Director of Scientific Programs and Product Development at IFT
As the food industry faces increasing pressure to innovate quickly, meet changing consumer demands, and address complex sustainability challenges, the Institute of Food Technologists (IFT) has introduced an innovati...
Itay Dana, co-founder and Chief Business Development Officer of Novella
In an increasingly clean-label-driven food industry, two innovators, Novella Innovative Technology and Metaphor Foods, are collaborating to introduce a next-generation preservation solution. Central to this partnership is Au...
Munjaal Ruponi, the International Business Development Executive at K. Patel
As global consumer interest in natural and preventive health solutions continues to rise, the integration of traditional wellness systems, such as Ayurveda, into mainstream markets is gaining traction. In a strategic mo...
John Royerr, founder of Ochre Spirits
In a market that is quickly embracing local innovation and premium experiences, Ochre Spirits is making an impact with its latest release: Mango Citron Rum. This new expression combines the vibrant tang of raw mango with bright citrus notes, capturing the es...
Stefan Mergel, Head of Sustainability & Digital Marketing at SIG
As global demand increases for more sustainable and low-carbon packaging solutions, SIG, a leading provider of systems and solutions for aseptic packaging, is continuing to innovate. In a significant advancement for the industr...
Michael Blanding, Head of Sustainability & Communications at Berge Bulk
Berge Bulk, a leading dry bulk ship owner based in Singapore, has successfully harvested over 1.2 metric tonnes of fresh vegetables at sea in 2024 through its hydroponics program implemented across its fleet. Launched in...
Siobhan Coster, CEO, Eclipse Ingredients
In a groundbreaking development for Australia’s health and biotechnology sectors, Brisbane-based Eclipse Ingredients is partnering with QUT, UQ, and CSIRO to commercialise human lactoferrin using precision fermentation. This collaboration aims to unlock...
