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Vietfood & Beverage – Propack Vietnam 2025: The Biggest International F&B Exhibition in Vietnam

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HANOI, VIETNAM – Media OutReach Newswire – 28 July 2024 – From August 7-9, 2025, Vietfood & Beverage – Propack Vietnam 2025 – The biggest international F&B exhibition in Vietnam will officially take place at the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Center (SECC) – 799 Nguyen Van Linh, Ho Chi Minh City.

Vietfood & Beverage – Propack Vietnam 2025 has a scaled up to 1,400 booths featuring 1,000 enterprises from 20 countries and territories, opening opportunities for investment promotion and enhancing sustainable trade cooperation.

At this exhibition, VINEXAD Company, the organiser, serves as a crucial bridge, connecting domestic and international brands, enabling them to showcase superior, market-competitive products.

Vietfood & Beverage – Propack Vietnam 2025 is projected to host more than 30,000 professional visitors, alongside thousands of attendees to explore and experience.

F&B Vietnam – The potential market for foreign businesses

In recent years, rising living standards have led Vietnamese consumers to prioritise self-care and indulgence, promoting strong growth in the food and beverage (F&B) industry.

According to ipos.vn, the revenue of the F&B industry in Vietnam in 2024 reached about VND688.8 trillion, an increase of 16.6 per cent compared to 2023 (equivalent to more than US$25 billion); with an average growth rate of 7-10 per cent/year in the period 2019-2024, F&B emerged as one of the economy’s vital sectors.

In addition to domestic F&B brands leading the market, foreign businesses also have ample room for expansion in the country, especially as Vietnam’s participation in numerous major trade agreements, help to reduce import taxes on food and F&B ingredients.

This significantly benefits domestic consumers, offering them opportunity to access quality imported products at reasonable prices, such as drinks sourced from Japan, Korea, Europe, alongside organic foods, confectionery, milk, processed meat and many other products.

According to Ipos.vn, Vietnam has the densest F&B market in Southeast Asia (1 store/300 people) with approximately 323,010 stores. A 2024 survey by Coc Coc reveals that, up to 32 per cent of consumers tend to eat at F&B restaurant chains whenever the need arises; notably Gen Z (18-26 years old) accounts for 58 per cent (Vietnam Demographic Report 2024, General Statistics Office).

Given this trend, Vietnam is considered a fertile land for the franchise model, contributing to the widespread proliferation of international branded restaurants, food and beverage chains.

However, to operate effectively, F&B businesses still have to import a large amount of raw materials such as milk, powder, bottled drinks, high-quality snacks, cheese, cold cuts, etc., requiring domestic distributors to seek international partners to provide high-quality products at reasonable prices.

Conversely, foreign businesses wishing to approach the Vietnamese F&B market also need to prioritise cooperation with reputable distributors with strong logistics capabilities.

To realise this, Vietfood & Beverage – Propack Vietnam 2025 serves as the ideal platform for domestic and international businesses to connect, fostering long-term cooperation agreements and ensuring mutual benefits.

Vietfood & Beverage – Propack Vietnam 2025 – Opportunities for breakthrough and integration

With more than 1,400 booths from 1,000 businesses from 20 countries, Vietfood & Beverage – Propack Vietnam 2025 – held at SECC, Ho Chi Minh City from August 7 to 9, 2025 – will not only bring together renowned industry brands but also serve as a crucial trade bridge, helping Vietnamese businesses to stay abreast of current trends, introduce technology and boost their momentum for future growth.

As the main sponsor of the event, Masan Group Corporation proudly stands at the forefront of Vietnam’s branded food and beverage industry, as well as high-tech agriculture. With a portfolio of iconic brands such as Chin-su, Omachi, Vinacafé, Nam Ngư, and WinEco, Masan continues to affirm their leadership and commitment to delivering high-quality products to Vietnamese consumers. Driven by a consumer-centric strategy, Masan is dedicated to elevating Vietnamese cuisine to the global stage under the vision “Make Vietnamese foods global foods.” At VietFoods & Beverage Event, WinEco (a member of Masan Group) will present a premium selection of organic and clean vegetables, certified by VietGAP and GlobalGAP standards – meeting both domestic and international market needs.

In addition, the Beverage Pavilion is sponsored by SABECO, HABECO, SUNTORY PEPSICO VIETNAM, bringing diversity to the Beverage segment.

As Vietnam’s largest international F&B exhibition, Vietfood & Beverage – Propack Vietnam 2025 cannot miss the presence of famous brands, representing each segment in the industry.

In the Beverage segment, Vietfood & Beverage – Propack Vietnam 2025 is a place that brings together creative and sustainable products with healthy beverage lines, drinks from organic ingredients, branded drinks associated with local elements – regional culinary identity, typically: Luong Gia, A & B Vietnam, Basilur, Bartex, Eastroc Vietnam, Lac Quan Vietnam, Luong Quoi, Rita, Risen Food Vietnam, Wonderful and Kingmao.

In the Processed Food segment, Vietfood & Beverage – Propack Vietnam 2025 witnessed the rise of clean and safe convenient food, products applying AI and automation in processing, smart packaging products, extending expiry date without using preservatives.

This segment has the following brands: Masan, Tan Nhat Huong, Canh Dong Vang, Maspex Group, Gan Brother Foods, TH true food, Fine FT, Siam Organic Food, Dan On, Global Food and Want Want Vietnam. These companies are actively transitioning from ‘processing production’ to branded production and closed value chains.

In the context of the restructuring of the global supply chain, the Vietnam meat and frozen food segment is considered a potential growth market that has not yet been fully exploited.

At Vietfood & Beverage – Propack Vietnam 2025, enterprises such as Allanasons, Agroeco, Al-ammar Frozen Foods, Al-sami agro, Cedrob Foods, Fair Exports, I. ahmed & company, Miratorg, Mir-kar, Rustam Foods, Houkubee…, represent the trend of internationalising supply sources, reflecting a strong shift in expanding production scale and enhancing the global presence of frozen food brands.

The participation of these companies not only promotes technological innovation in the industry but also creates opportunities for cooperation, improving product quality and diversifying consumption markets.

Packaging – Technology – Machinery is considered the backbone of the modern supply chain. Vietfood & Beverage – Propack Vietnam 2025 will feature brands with breakthroughs in automation, printing technology, smart packaging, helping to reduce costs, increase productivity, ensure food safety and meet export standards, with businesses such as: Yongsung System Vina, H9 International, Hawkins Cookers, Saigon Machinery and Automation, Nam Long Phat, QCM, Song Hiep Loi, Taebang Patec, Totai, Zrp Printing Vietnam, Mutto Vietnam.

Featured activities at Vietfood & Beverage – Propack Vietnam 2025: Trade Connection and Experience

Not simply a product exhibition, Vietfood & Beverage – Propack Vietnam 2025 is carefully invested by the organizer – VINEXAD Company to turn the event into a comprehensive ecosystem, where businesses, experts and consumers can share knowledge, update technology and connect for cooperation opportunities. The activities at this year’s exhibition have a large scale, with unique content and a series of highlights:

F&B Technical Seminar – “ Leverage technology and artificial intelligence in food supply chain “ co-organised with FOOD AND FOODSTUFF ASSOCIATION OF HO CHI MINH CITY: The workshop focuses on advanced solutions in supply chain management such as AI demand forecasting, blockchain traceability, logistics process automation. Speakers are leading experts, representatives of food technology start-ups, helping businesses quickly update practical and feasible application tools.

Forum: “Leading EPR Transformation – Effective and Sustainable” co-organized with Viet Nam News and Law: Focusing on policies and roadmap for implementing Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) – one of the mandatory requirements for manufacturing and packaging enterprises from 2025.

The forum is an opportunity for enterprises to better understand their legal obligations, and at the same time seek optimal solutions in handling discarded packaging, increasing recycling rates and designing environmentally friendly products.

Cooking Contest: Young chefs challenge – Culinary arena for young chefs of A-Au Vogu Corp and the Ho Chi Minh City College of Economics and Tourism: A professional playground for students and young chefs to demonstrate their skills in preparing meat dishes, combining traditional and creative elements. The contest is also an opportunity to introduce international standards on ingredients – processing – presentation.

Bartender Class – “Beer and soft drinks in cocktail mixing”: Short-term training program for young baristas and bartenders, exploring how to use beer and soft drinks as a foundation for creating new generation cocktails, learning recipes, and combining the art of mixing with modern consumer tastes.

Long Hau Industrial Tour: Meetings with companies which are operating in Industrial Zone: Representatives of businesses and senior managers will visit modern food processing factories in Long Hau Industrial Park (Long An), expanding cooperation and investment opportunities.

F&B Talk from exhibitors: Bringing the voice of exhibitors closer to customers and investors, sharing business practices – market research. The topic takes place throughout the Vietfood & Beverage – Propack Vietnam 2025 in the form of presentations and product demo.

VIP Buyer Program – Connections for commercialisation and investment: A program exclusively for potential customers with outstanding benefits such as: Support for two nights at the hotel for international buyers; Support for air tickets and hotels for large domestic buyers; Arrange 1:1 B2B business appointments according to buyers’ needs; Priority reception at the VIP Buyer Lounge; Free attendance at specialised seminars & workshops; Receive VIP gift sets and documents from the Organising Board.

In the strong integration flow, Vietfood & Beverage – Propack Vietnam 2025 presents a “golden opportunity” for Vietnamese enterprises to reshape the value chain and elevate the standing of the food and beverage industry in both regional and international markets.

With featured activities and the presence of thousands of outstanding products in the F&B industry, Vietfood & Beverage – Propack Vietnam 2025 solidifies its reputation as Vietnam’s largest specialised F&B exhibition. It serves as a vital bridge, enabling businesses to connect, trade, advance technology, innovate thinking, and go further together in the journey of building a modern – sustainable – global Vietnamese food industry.

Contact Information:
Ms. Đào Thu Hà – Project Director
Phone: +84 912 000 406
Email: [email protected]

Website: http://www.foodexvietnam.com
Facebook Fanpage: Vietfood & Beverage and ProPack Vietnam

Hashtag: #Vinexad

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Etiqa’s Project Firefly Reinforces Mangrove Ecosystem in Sungai Panjang in Collaboration with Malaysian Nature Society

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SELANGOR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 10 January 2026 – Etiqa has launched Etiqa’s Project Firefly a new environmental initiative dedicated to conserving one of Malaysia’s iconic firefly habitats while uplifting the livelihood of the communities living along Sungai Panjang in Sabak Bernam, who rely on eco-tourism and the mangrove ecosystem. The programme was carried out in collaboration with the Malaysian Nature Society (MNS), Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM), and the Sabak Bernam District Council.

(L to R) Raffi Ismail, Marketing & Partnership Manager, Malaysian Nature Society; Fukhairudin Mohd Yusof, CEO of Etiqa General Insurance Berhad; Zaki Parmin, Assistant Agricultural Officer, Sabak Bernam District Council; Amran Hassan, Chief Strategy Officer, Etiqa

Through Etiqa’s Project Firefly, Etiqa is taking proactive steps to preserve and sustain the ecosystem by planting 130 Sonneratia Caseolaris or locally known as Berembang saplings and 200 Sonneratia Caseolaris seeds, undertaking habitat restoration works, and mobilising 50 Etiqa volunteers for a community-driven initiative along Sungai Panjang, covering a total stretch of 10 kilometres. In addition, an awareness session was conducted by Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia’s Faculty of Science which aimed to educate participants on the ecological importance of fireflies and the need for long-term conservation.

Fireflies play an important role as indicators of mangrove ecosystem health, which in turn supports environmental balance and benefits surrounding communities. However, across Malaysia, firefly populations are declining due to rapid habitat loss caused by river pollution, deforestation, and increasing light pollution along mangrove-lined rivers. These threats not only endanger native species but also affect the livelihoods of local fishermen and villagers who rely on healthy river ecosystems and firefly-based eco-tourism. Protecting congregating firefly zones through the preservation of adequate vegetation buffers along riverbanks is therefore critical to ensuring the long-term survival of these species and the sustainability of local livelihoods.

Fukhairudin Mohd Yusof, CEO of Etiqa General Insurance Berhad (EGIB) said, “We initiated Etiqa’s Project Firefly as conserving native firefly species is deeply connected to the well-being of the communities that co-exist around them. By conserving firefly habitats, we are not only protecting an irreplaceable part of Malaysia’s biodiversity but also helping sustain the eco-tourism and river-based livelihoods of Sungai Panjang residents. This reflects Etiqa’s purpose in Making the World a Better Place that includes meaningful environmental action which strengthens both nature and society, creating long-term value for future generations.”

Mr. I.S Shanmugaraj, Executive Director of Malaysia Nature Society says, “Fireflies are natural indicators of a healthy mangrove ecosystem, and their presence reflects the overall condition of our rivers and surrounding environments. We commend Etiqa for taking proactive steps through Etiqa’s Project Firefly to address the growing threats of habitat degradation along fireflies corridor. Meaningful conservation requires collective action, and we hope this initiative will inspire more companies to collaborate with environmental organisations and local communities to protect biodiversity while supporting sustainable livelihoods for the long term.”Hashtag: #Etiqamy

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About Etiqa

Etiqa is a multi-channel distributor of Insurance and Takaful products via its 10,000 agency force, 44 branches and 17 offices, over 490 bancassurance network (via Maybank branches, third-party banks, as well as co-operatives and brokers) through its presence in Malaysia, Singapore, the Philippines, Indonesia and Cambodia.

In striving to make the world a better place, Etiqa’s Sustainability journey focuses on internal initiatives that reduces its carbon footprint and increases its social impact, as well as external solutions that allow its clients to do the same.

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PolyU research teams and startups shine at CES 2026, winning three prestigious innovation awards

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HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 9 January 2026 – The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) led 19 startups to the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2026, held from 6 to 9 January. Alongside the groundbreaking technologies presented by participating startups, the University also showcased its research achievements, covering fields such as human security, digital health and energy optimisation. PolyU delivered an outstanding performance at this year’s Show, with three projects winning one “Best of Innovation Award” and two “Innovation Awards”. This not only marks the University’s best result since it first took part in this event, but also accounts for two-thirds of all awards received by the Hong Kong startup delegation, underscoring PolyU excellence in research, innovation and entrepreneurship.

PolyU delivered an outstanding performance at this year’s CES, with three projects winning one “Best of Innovation Award” and two “Innovation Awards”, underscoring the University’s excellence in research, innovation and entrepreneurship.

Prof. Christopher CHAO, PolyU Senior Vice President (Research and Innovation), remarked, “PolyU is committed to nurturing innovative research talent with both national and international outlooks. We empower our teams by leading them to major international innovation events and fostering close collaboration among industry, academia, research and investment sectors on a global level, creating opportunities for the overseas expansion of PolyU startups. PolyU was the sole university from Hong Kong to exhibit at the event, with its participating teams making up 30% of the Hong Kong delegation, contributing to Hong Kong’s advancement into an international innovation and technology hub. Our record-breaking performance at this year’s CES affirms international recognition of PolyU research and innovation, propelling our teams to continue striving along the path of innovation and technology to create even more profound social impact.”

PolyU led 19 startups to exhibit at CES 2026. Prof. Christopher Chao (centre) posed with representatives from the award-winning PolyU teams.
PolyU led 19 startups to exhibit at CES 2026. Prof. Christopher Chao (centre) posed with representatives from the award-winning PolyU teams.

Leveraging its robust research strengths and its unique startup ecosystem, PolyVentures, the University actively supports its research teams and startups in developing innovative technologies, bringing Hong Kong research achievements to the global stage. The Smart Firefighting Robot, developed by Mr WANG Meng, a PhD candidate of the Department of Building Environment and Energy Engineering as well as Founder of PolyU startup Widemount Dynamics Tech Limited, along with his team, achieved the highest score in the “Products in Support of Human Security for All” category and earned the prestigious “Best of Innovation Award”. The Powered Rehab Skateboard, developed by Prof. Kenneth FONG, Associate Dean of the Graduate School and Associate Head of the Department of Rehabilitation Sciences, received an “Innovation Award” in the “Accessibility and Longevity” category. The FattaLab® Fatty Liver Diagnostic Device, developed by a team spearheaded by Prof. ZHENG Yongping, Henry G. Leong Professor in Biomedical Engineering, Chair Professor of Biomedical Engineering, and Founder and Chief Scientist of PolyU startup Eieling Technology Limited, also won an “Innovation Award” in the “Digital Health” category.

The three award-winning innovations aim to enhance human security or health through cutting-edge technologies. The AI-driven Smart Firefighting Robot features autonomous patrol, burning materials classification, fire extinguishing and real-time data sharing functions in smoke-filled environments, protecting firefighters and the public simultaneously. The Powered Rehab Skateboard is a portable and cost-effective robotic system that supports home-based and community rehabilitation for stroke patients. The skateboard facilitates motor recovery in hemiparetic upper limbs and allows users to engage in effective therapy. The FattaLab® Fatty Liver Diagnostic Device is the world’s first lightweight intelligent assessment system for fatty liver detection. Weighs only 120 grams, the device can complete fatty liver assessment within 30 seconds, achieving detection accuracy at medical-grade standards.

Organised by the Consumer Technology Association, CES is one of the world’s largest and most influential consumer electronics exhibitions, spotlighting cutting-edge technologies for modern living. This year, CES attracted over 4,500 exhibitors from around the globe. The PolyU startups participating in the exhibition were as follows:

PolyU Startups Featured Innovations Company Representatives
AniMed Technology Limited Contactless real-time AI-driven health monitoring Dr LYU Weimin
Co-founder and CEO, AniMed Technology Limited
CyanSE Smart Energy Tech Limited AI-powered energy optimisation platforms for smart buildings Ms Amber ZHANG
Co-founder, CyanSE Smart Energy Tech Limited
DRESIO Limited AI-powered physiotherapy assessments software solution Mr Alexander YING
CEO, DRESIO Limited
Eieling Technology Limited FattaLab® Fatty Liver Diagnostic Device
(CES 2026 Innovation Award)
Prof. ZHENG Yongping
Henry G. Leong Professor in Biomedical Engineering, Chair Professor of Biomedical Engineering, PolyU; Founder and Chief Scientist, Eieling Technology Limited
Entoptica Limited Cutting-edge ophthalmic diagnostic technologies Dr Mukhit KULMAGANBETOV
Senior Research Fellow, InnoHK Centre for Eye and Vision Research; CEO, Entoptica Limited
Feelings Group Limited AI-powered computer vision solution Dr WONG Wing-sze
Research Assistant Professor, Department of Language Science and Technology, PolyU; Clinical Consultant and Co-inventor, Feelings Group Limited

Ms YIP Chi-hay
Partner, Feelings Group Limited

Gembody Limited Next-generation portable AI ultrasound system Ms MAO Qian
CEO, Gembody Limited

Dr YANG Fan
CTO, Gembody Limited
ImageVector MedTech Limited AI-Vision for Joint Degeneration

Dr JIANG Tianshu

Executive Director, ImageVector MedTech Limited

Immune Materials Limited Innovative long-lasting antimicrobial self-disinfection materials Prof. Chris LO Kwan-yu
Professor, Department of Logistics and Maritime Studies, PolyU; Co-founder, Immune Materials Limited

Prof. KAN Chi-wai
Associate Dean and Professor, School of Fashion and Textiles, PolyU; Co-founder, Immune Materials Limited

Innobound Limited Portable smart terminal for emotional interaction, health monitoring and daily living assistance Ms GAO Lan
CEO and Founder, Innobound Limited
MedVision Limited AI-powered medical imaging solution Prof. CAI Jing
Head and Professor, Department of Health Technology and Informatics, PolyU; Consultant, MedVision Limited

Dr MA Zongrui
Postdoctoral Fellow,Department of Health Technology and Informatics, PolyU; Founder, MedVision Limited

Mirror Caring Limited Knee health management solution Prof. Stephen WANG Jia
Professor, School of Design, PolyU; Founder, Mirror Caring Limited
Nuvatech Limited Next-Gen Fashion OS powered by Multi-modal AI Mr DENG Yanheng
Founder, Nuvatech Limited
On-Skin Wearable Technology Limited Wearable Biomedical Electronic Device Dr Rayman GONG
Founder and CEO, On-Skin Wearable Technology Limited
ReSaTech Limited AI solutions for product reliability Mr Ricky LAW
CEO, ReSaTech Limited
UbiquiTech Innovations Limited Edge-AI robot for autonomous inspection and cleaning in confined spaces Prof. CAO Jiannong
Vice President (Education), Otto Poon Charitable Foundation Professor in Data Science, Chair Professor of Distributed and Mobile Computing, PolyU;
Founder and Chief Scientist, UbiquiTech Innovations Limited

Dr LIANG Zhixuan
Postdoctoral Fellow, Department of Computing, PolyU; Founder and CEO, UbiquiTech Innovations Limited

Vcare Vision Technology Limited Non-invasive myopia prevention solution Dr TANG Yuk-ming
Senior Lecturer, Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering, PolyU; Co-founder, Vcare Vision Technology Limited
Widemount Dynamics Tech Limited Smart Firefighting Robot

(CES 2026 Best of Innovation Award)

Mr WANG Meng
PhD candidate, Building Environment and Energy Engineering, PolyU; Founder, Widemount Dynamics Tech Limited
XOXO Beverages Limited Automated Cocktail Machine for improvements event and hospitality efficiency Mr Nicholas YU Wo-ping
Founder, XOXO Beverages Limited

Hashtag: #PolyU

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Starlight Centre Launches New Program For Students with Autism Entering Mainstream Primary Schools.

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SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 9 January 2026 – Starlight Centre has launched a new program designed for students with autism entering mainstream primary schools, including Pathlight and St. Andrew’s Mission School, next year. This school-readiness program is aimed at preschoolers (around 6 years old) in preparation for the challenges of primary school. Starlight Centre plans to utilise peer modelling and the RISE™ framework to equip these preschoolers with the essential skills needed for the transition to primary school.

Peer Modeling
Starlight Centre has provided specialised care services for children with high-functioning autism from primary 1 to 6 and have supported many students who are now ready to demonstrate positive behaviours from the programmes. Through peer modelling, younger students can observe and learn from their more experienced peers, helping them understand the acceptable boundaries of good behaviour.

RISE™
The Starlight RISE™ Primary School Readiness Program effectively prepares young children for formal education by developing their physical, social, emotional, and cognitive skills through engaging, play-based activities.

By actively involving parents in the process through comprehensive evaluations and strong partnerships, Starlight Centre aims to make parents feel valued and confident that their child’s development is being supported holistically, beyond just basic skills.

Hashtag: #AutismEducation #SpecialNeedsEducation #EarlyChildhoodEducation #ParentingSupport #StarlightCentre

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About Starlight Centre

Starlight was founded by a group of parents and seasoned autism professionals who have experienced first-hand the challenges of finding the most effective therapy programs, preschools, and after-school care services. We understand what you’re going through and are here to help. No matter your child’s needs, come to us, and we will connect you with the right resources.

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