Food Bev Asia

We’ve come to the last issue of FoodPacific Manufacturing Journal for 2016, and getting ready for the next. How interesting the year has been for the industry, huh? But the next year is always just as interesting, or should I say, flavorful? So 2017, we can't wait any longer.  But before that, here are a few topics in our current magazine issue. One of the key concerns anywhere is sustainability. What does sustainability mean to you and your company? While everyone else is talking about its importance, are you also taking action – or planning to do so? Read our Special Report on how companies in Asia have incorporated sustainability in their agenda. The November issue also covers many of the most up-to-date packaging technologies – see them in the following sections: Outlook , Packaging , and Preview of Sino-Pack and PACK INNO 2017. Makers of food ingredients and additives are always sharing how their products can improve not just the taste, colour and other

As the world’s demand for food continues to grow rapidly, so has the demand for quality food packaging. Packaging goes beyond the protection of food. Expectations have since evolved to not only extend the shelf life of food and bring about greater convenience to complement modern lifestyles, packages have to be also aesthetically appealing and informative. Compared to rigid packaging, flexible plastics packaging has numerous advantages such as convenience in handling and disposal as well as savings in transportation costs. Two experts from Dow Packaging and Specialty Plastics business will share insights on the key influences and trends impacting the packaging market in a complimentary webinar. They will elaborate on their latest innovative packaging solutions including the award-winning INNATE™ Precision Packaging Resins, and high performance sealant solutions that have revolutionized the industry. This webinar will be held in English on December 6, 2016 (Tuesday) from 15:3

As the world’s demand for food continues to grow rapidly, so has the demand for quality food packaging. Packaging goes beyond the protection of food. Expectations have since evolved to not only extend the shelf life of food and bring about greater convenience to complement modern lifestyles, packages have to be also aesthetically appealing and informative. Compared to rigid packaging, flexible plastics packaging has numerous advantages such as convenience in handling and disposal as well as savings in transportation costs. Two experts from Dow Packaging and Specialty Plastics business will share insights on the key influences and trends impacting the packaging market in a complimentary webinar. They will elaborate on their latest innovative packaging solutions including the award-winning INNATE™ Precision Packaging Resins, and high performance sealant solutions that have revolutionized the industry. This webinar will be held on December 6, 2016 (Tuesday) from 15:30 – 16:30 .

A big thank you to all food and beverage companies that participated in the 2nd Asia Food and Beverage Summit organized by Ringier Trade Media Ltd. Thanks for the positive feedback, indeed. It was a delight to see and meet all of 190-plus delegates at this conference held from 7-8 November 2016 in Jakarta, Indonesia, We hope you enjoyed two days of informative presentations, great networking, and bonding. Yes, we agree the traffic situation in Jakarta can be a nightmare especially on rainy days, but hey, it was worth it to listen to the 21 experts, eat great food, make new friends over cocktails, meet potential business partners, and learn from each other -- in cozy JS Luwansa Hotel & Convention Center. We're already excited to plan the next conference, and to make it even better. So, here's hoping to see you again in 2017. Ringier holds successful food & beverage summit in Jakarta

At the 2nd Asia Food and Beverage Summit hear the latest market trends, applications, regulations, and breakthroughs from food and beverage industry experts: Prof. Rindit Pambayun Professor of Food Science, Sriwijaya University, the president of Indonesian Association of Food Technologists (IAFT), Indonesia David Newell Business Development Director, Matcom, Singapore Daniel Liaw Regional Product Line Manager (Freezer),John Bean Technologies (Singapore) Co., Ltd.,   Singapore   Regina Moench Pfanner CEO and Founder, ibn360 Pte Ltd , Singapore Nalin Amunugama General Manager, Boge Kompressoren Asia Pacific, Singapore Adhi Lukman, Chairman Indonesian Food & Beverage Association(GAPMMI), Indonesia Henky Wibawa Executive Director of IPF (Indonesian Packaging Federation), Indonesia   Professor Chia-Hua Kuo Professor and Dean for Research & Development University of Taipei, Taiwan Chei-Hsiang Chen President of Taiwa

Indonesia's food and beverage market is growing! Find out how your company can be part of this booming market. Be at the 2nd Asia Food and Beverage Summit in Jakarta   scheduled from 7-8 November 2016 at the JS Luwansa Hotel and Convention Center. What better way to understand the local market than to meet with experts from the Indonesian Food and Beverage Association (GAPMMI), the Indonesian Packaging Federation, and The Indonesian Association of Food Technologists. The event is also supported by the ASEAN Food and Beverage Alliance, and The Philippine Association of Food Technologists.  The 2nd Asia Food and Beverage Summit covers topics on ingredients and additives, packaging, processing, food safety and logistics.  Ringier Events, the organizer made sure to make this summit worth every while, with speakers coming from various local and regional companies. Click here for the list. It's not too late to join, so register now !

The next issue of F oodPacific Manufacturing Journal will soon be out.  This issue will acquaint you with manufacturing companies that are starting out bravely in the industry. Again we go to Cambodia to visit two manufacturers, one is a spirulina producer backed by investors from Australia, and the other has ventured into the competitive instant coffee market. In Taiwan, meanwhile, one of our editors writes about a veteran producer of deep ocean water minerals, said to be one of the more natural ingredients that can be added to beverages, as well as cosmetics.   We also take a look at innovations in the world of 3D printing, specifically how these will shorten food supply chains and enhance nutritional customizability. Of course the September issue will not be complete without industry updates on wines, beers, and other alcoholic beverages. And as always, we feature the latest products and services from the industry's trusted names in packaging, process

A few months back we featured PT. Greenfields Indonesia in FoodPacific Manufacturing Journal . Greenfields is one of the region’s leading dairy providers, with the capacity to process 40,000 tons of milk annually at its facilities in Desa Babadan, East Java. The company’s pasteurized milk, UHT milk, fresh cheese, and whipping cream, are available in Singapore, Malaysia, Brunei, Myanmar, the Philippines, to name a few. This coming November at the 2nd Asia Food and Beverage Summit , the Head of Dairy Manufacturing at Greenfields, Mr Darmanto Setyawan, will be speaking on how to manage an integrated farming and processing dairy. Get to know Greenfields in this interview with Mr Darmanto.

RINGIER Events will be holding the 2nd Asia Food and Beverage Summit in Jakarta, Indonesia from 7-8 November 2016. This full scale conference conducted in partnership with the Indonesian Food and Beverage Association (GAPMMI), the Indonesia Association of Food Technologists (IAFT or PATPI), and the Indonesian Packaging Federation (IPF), brings together various parties involved in the fields of processing, packaging, ingredients, formulation, and logistics in the ASEAN region. Ringier is now accepting technical papers relevant to these sectors. Please visit our website to see the partial list of speakers, early bird rates, and other information regarding this event. http://www.ringierevents.com/conference/2nd-asia-food-and-beverage-summit-2016

In Asian Development Outlook 2016, the Asian Development Bank has called Cambodia Asia’s New Tiger Economy. The country has much to do – or change – to attract the international market, but forecasts are optimistic for this ASEAN country. As outsiders look into the potential of Cambodia for their businesses, we hope to give them an idea through our interviews with local manufacturers.   The most recent, and biggest investment in the food and beverage market to date has been the opening of the country’s first and only dairy ANGKOR Dairy Factory, a USD23 million joint venture between Vietnam’s Vinamilk and BPC Trading Co. in Cambodia: Cambodia opens first and only dairy factory . We first heard about the launch of this Cambodian venture from Vinamilk CEO, Mr Mai Hoai Anh, whom we interviewed in February. Vinamilk: Success in sustaining business and environment Craft brewing Also in FoodPacific Manufaturing Journal, we featured craft beer in Cambodia. In the report,