Hui Ling Dang

Growth Asia Summit 2026

Paradigm shift: Next frontier of probiotics lies in traceability and functionality – TCI

Taiwanese company TCI says the next frontier of probiotics is not drawing more correlations between the gut and other organs, but tracing what travels between and building a more complete evidence chain.

Awareness of FFCs high but more needs to be done to raise uptake – Japan survey

Tokyo-based market research firm MyVoicecom has released results from its survey on Foods with Function Claims (FFCs), which indicate that though awareness of these products is high, more work is needed to increase consumption rate.

Calm in a can: Savvy launches functional beverage targeting mental, menopausal needs

Aussie brand Savvy has released a ready-to-drink functional beverage targeted at reducing stress and anxiety while maintaining mental performance, which also responds to a growing need for menopause support among women.

Shake Your Plants seeks to fill dehydration and nutrient gaps in UAE with functional beverages

Functional beverage brand Shake Your Plants (SYP) aims to address dehydration and nutrient deficiency issues among the UAE population, while actively seeking global expansion.

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Changes in consumer perception driving ‘Made in UAE’ product uptake – SMITHS

Snacks firm SMITHS says that the positive shift in global consumer perception of food manufacturing standards in Dubai is driving the uptake of UAE-made products.

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Proximity key to meeting local needs, building partnerships as GAR accelerates MENA expansion

Golden Agri-Resources (GAR) is looking to expand its presence and foster stronger partnerships in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) through its Dubai office, where it can better keep up with local trends and needs.

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iPRO strengthens footprint in Saudi, eyes bigger functional hydration opportunities in ME

Functional hydration brand iPRO is solidifying its presence in Saudi Arabia through a strategic partnership while looking to actively expand across the Middle East and Asia.

aT doubles down on food exports to SEA amid continued popularity of Korean flavours

Korea Agro-Fisheries & Food Trade Corporation (aT) is increasing the export and promotion of Korean food products to South East Asia, amid continued popularity of K-flavours and culture in the region.

Frutti Sugar looks to fill gap in sugar substitutes for foods, functional drinks with allulose

Singapore start-up Frutti Sugar says its production technology is able to drive down cost and scale up production of allulose, a naturally occurring sugar alternative with significant application potential in foods, functional beverages such as sports...

Keeping up with trends, evolving preferences key to attracting new-age consumers – Roku Gin

Suntory-owned Roku Gin says it is important to keep up with trends and evolving preferences to capture young consumers and draw alcohol enthusiasts back into the gin category.