Asia Food Journal

Moving the needle: A new transatlantic biosolutions initiative sets sail with partners from Denmark and North Carolina at the helm

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Against the background of the General Assembly of the UN and Climate Week NYC, Alfa Laval backed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) signed between Denmark’s Technical Institute and North Carolina State University in the USA to join two of the world’s strongest innovation ecosystems to develop biosolutions for food. Building on this international commitment to innovation, the collaboration quickly moved from agreement to action. Just two weeks later, on October 8, 2025, the partners were … [Read more...] about Moving the needle: A new transatlantic biosolutions initiative sets sail with partners from Denmark and North Carolina at the helm

New Arla Foods Ingredients concept opens doors to protein bar innovation

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Arla Foods Ingredients has launched a new concept demonstrating how protein bar manufacturers can improve nutritional profile without compromising on taste or texture. Making its debut at SupplySide Global (29th-30th October in Las Vegas), Easy Bite is a bite-sized protein snack. Created using customized whey protein solution, Lacprodan® EasyBar, it delivers up to 40% high-quality protein in a convenient 18g serving. Containing just eight ingredients, it is also high in fiber, with no added … [Read more...] about New Arla Foods Ingredients concept opens doors to protein bar innovation

Thailand’s Café Amazon accelerates global expansion with sustainability and social impact at the core

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Bangkok, Thailand–Café Amazon, one of Thailand's most recognizable coffee brands, is stepping up its international ambitions as it scales new markets and secures global recognition. The chain, operated by PTT Oil and Retail Business Public Company Limited (OR), has grown from a roadside coffee stop inside PTT Stations into one of Asia's largest coffee chains with more than 5,000 outlets worldwide. Café Amazon was recently named a winner of the World Branding Awards 2024–2025 by the World … [Read more...] about Thailand’s Café Amazon accelerates global expansion with sustainability and social impact at the core