ofi launches TrendBites: Six trends to watch in how Asia will snack, drink and eat in 2026

As Asian consumers embrace sensorial excitement, small daily luxuries, and “better‑for‑you” choices that fit flexible, snack‑based lifestyles, ofi (olam food ingredients) is capturing these evolving tastes. In TrendBites 2026, discover six distinct trends shaping what people across Asia eat and drink, and how brands can respond with snacks, beverages, and foods created in Asia, for Asia and beyond.

Natural ingredients and emotional drivers reshape the food supplement and nutrition market

A new study commissioned by Tetra Pak explores the motivations and preferences in the food supplements and nutrition category across China, Japan, South Korea, Australia and India.

Markem-Imaje upgrades coding processes for Italian sauce brand

Italian brand, Formec Biffi offers over 100 specialties of pasta sauces and other spreadables

Barentz showcases innovation and partnerships at Food Ingredients China

Featured innovations will address active lifestyles, gut health, cognitive performance, stress management, and sleep support.

Smart eating, green living sets the theme for FOODTAIPEI MEGA SHOWS in 2026

Asia’s premier one-stop sourcing hub for the industry, the FOOD TAIPEI MEGA SHOWS will take place from June 24-27, 2026 at TWTC, and TaiNEX 1&2.

CLCircular becomes a B Corp

First-ever logistics monitoring company using IoT sensing technology to achieve B Corp status (social and environmental performance, accountability, and transparency)

Mazda CX-5 reaches 5 million in global production and sales

Mazda Motor Corporation (Mazda) today announced that cumulative global production and sales of the Mazda CX-5 have both reached five million units as of the end of 2025.

Honda revises forecast after electrification strategy review

Honda Announces Losses Associated with Reassessment of Automobile Electrification Strategy; Revision to Forecast for Consolidated Financial Results; and Future Direction

Mitsubishi Motors sets second consecutive sales record in Vietnam

Mitsubishi Motors Corporation announced that Mitsubishi Motors Vietnam Co., Ltd., a subsidiary of Mitsubishi Motors in Vietnam, achieved record retail sales of 44,107 vehicles in calendar year 2025, an increase of seven percent from the previous year.

U Power electric heavy trucks ready for Thailand after system testing

A comprehensive operational testing and full-stack integration of the battery-swapping system of heavy-duty truck prototype vehicles designed to be deployed in Thailand.

ROEMHELD unveils compact hydraulic clamp with patented kinematics

ROEMHELD has introduced a hydraulic compact clamp with patented kinematics designed for extremely tight pockets, grooves and recesses. The mechanism first moves horizontally to position the clamping lever, then applies vertical clamping force. Delivering up to 6.5 kN of force, the solution enables space-saving workholding while improving flexibility and efficiency in automated machining and fixture applications.

DMG MORI to showcase advanced tool manufacturing technologies

DMG MORI will present an integrated process chain for manufacturing ultra-hard cutting tools, combining additive manufacturing, laser processing, and precision grinding. Highlights include the LASERTEC 20 PrecisionTool for laser-based edge finishing, the LASERTEC 50 PrecisionTool Femto for micro tool machining, and the Vertical Mate 85 multi-process grinding machine, designed for high-precision applications in mobility, semiconductor, and aerospace industries.