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Diageo’s employee wellness program recognised in FMCG Asia Awards

Awarded for the people-focused initiatives for its 500+ employees across Southeast Asia.

Danone Indonesia receives COVID Management Initiative of the Year in FMCG Awards 2021

As a leading food and beverage company, Danone Indonesia shows its resiliency, adaptability and reliability in weathering the COVID-19 pandemic.

Danone-AQUA recognised with ESG Initiative of the Year – Indonesia in FMCG Asia Awards

Its sustainable practices won the company an award in the inaugural programme.

Indonesia’s biggest bottled water producer Danone-AQUA wins Consumer Good of the Year at FMCG Awards 2021

With two-thirds of the population lacking access to safe drinking water, the homegrown brand stays as a household name in Indonesia to date for its sustainable practices and innovative solutions.

DFI Retail Group’s Meadows bags Home Brand of the Year Award in FMCG Awards

With over 10,000 outlets, including grocery stores, convenience stores, health and beauty stores, and home furnishings stores, the Dairy Farm International (DFI) Retail Group offers retail experience and great service all delivered through a strong store network supported by efficient supply chains.

Nutricia Indonesia Sejahtera’s ‘Grow them Great’ campaign wins in FMCG Awards 2021

The company utilises the use of the latest consumer insights to develop relevant and impactful campaigns that will make a positive difference to the Indonesian kids.

Upfield Indonesia’s Blue Band Margarine wins Consumer Good of the Year in FMCG Asia Awards 2021

The largest plant-based consumer goods company in the world has been loved by generations for giving the best quality and commitment to a healthier and happier lifestyle with their nutritious and tasty products.

Retail Asia commends leading FMCG companies in the region at the FMCG Asia Awards

Over 20 companies were awarded in the inaugural awards programme.

Colgate-Palmolive inks MOU with Shopee to boost e-commerce business

The partnership is aimed at growing Colgate’s digital sales by over 20 times by 2025.

How has COVID transformed the grocery sector?

The COVID-19 pandemic has had a profound impact on all facets of life, the grocery and retail sector included. Consumers have increased their online interactions with retailers and brands and will continue to do so long after the pandemic is over. 

7-Eleven Malaysia ventures to pharmacy business in Indonesia

The proposal is expected to be completed in 2022.

Korea’s first Western-style restaurant shuts down

Its location is expected to be renovated to make way for a haute restaurant complex.

South Korea dominated AliExpress’ Black Friday sales

The volume of parcels shipped to South Korea was the highest amongst all countries.

Weekly News Wrap: Indian salesmen protest against Reliance; Australia’s Coles Group sued over underpayment of staff

And China’s state-owned paper rebukes Canada Goose over alleged consumer law violation.

Aumake and Miniso to launch dual-brand stores in Australia

These stores will sell a variety of household goods and beauty products.

Tensions escalate between India’s restaurants and food aggregators

Despite the lifting of quarantine restrictions, many consumers still order food online.