BYD launches first EV factory in Southeast Asia

BYD, the world’s largest electric vehicle (EV) maker, opened its first EV manufacturing plant in Thailand, marking a major milestone in Southeast Asia’s rapidly growing EV market. This facility is the company’s first in the region, reinforcing BYD's position as a dominant player in the market.

Stellantis unveils Leapmotor SUV in Malaysia for SEA expansion

Stellantis launched an electric sports utility vehicle (SUV) in Malaysia, marking the entry of its partnership with Chinese automaker Leapmotor into Southeast Asia, according to Malaysia's trade minister.

Thailand BOI approves Hyundai BEV assembly and battery project

The Thailand Board of Investment (BOI) has approved Hyundai Mobility Manufacturing's 1 billion baht (US$28 million) investment to start local assembly of battery electric vehicles (BEV) and batteries by 2026. This project supports Thailand’s EV 3.5 package, enhancing the nation’s role as an EV hub.

Malaysia paves the way for an electrified automotive industry

As one of the largest automotive markets in Southeast Asia, Malaysia is a destination to watch in terms of how it sets to transform into a regional powerhouse for new energy vehicles and a pioneer of mobility solutions.

Accelerating vehicle electrification to shake up competitive landscape in ASEAN auto market

Japanese OEM dominance will be challenged as Chinese automakers like BYD ride the electrification wave.

ACI: Meeting consumer expectations for active nutrition in 2025

ACI monitors the trends but looks beyond these to understand the deeper movements that will drive new formulations.

ofi and 利思客, Lisco spice up the barbecue culinary industry

The partnership with Lisco Barbecue Supply Chain will utilize ofi’s Shanghai Customer Solutions Center to unlock new co-creation opportunities for China and Asia Pacific.

Consumer research reveals widespread demand for new naturally derived sugar alternatives

New consumer research commissioned by MycoTechnology, Inc., examines attitudes toward sugar reduction and high-intensity sweeteners, revealing key opportunities in the market.

Consumers ready for broader color palette for savory foods

While orange and yellow shades are popular for savory foods, a global survey Oterra indicates that consumers are keen on encountering non-traditional colors as well.

Brand-new innovation hub for co-creating flexible packaging solutions

Mondi opens FlexStudios which houses a research and development center, an analytical laboratory, pilot lines and a customer experience center under one roof.

New systems of measuring device manufacturer at wire India

SIKORA at the wire India (Stand H1 – I53) will present three new systems for diameter, eccentricity, and length measurement of cables on the Indian market.

AI-based robotic potato sorter improves product grading

The SiftAI® Robotic Sorter from Smart Vision Works, a KPM Analytics brand, is the industry's first automated system for final potato inspection and sorting.