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Five AI vision inspection manufacturers gaining ground in China
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AI vision inspection demand is rising as manufacturers push for faster defect detection, less manual labor and 24/7 quality control.
Bamboo Forever showcases Teppo skewer manufacturing at Manufacturing World Japan
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Guilin Bamboo Forever Technology Co., Ltd. used Manufacturing World Japan to spotlight precision bamboo Teppo skewers for food service, retail and industrial production.
Ready-to-drink gains as beer and soda lose share across nine beverage markets
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eFinancialModels’ nine-country beverage studies project a structural shift through 2031 as consumers spend less on full-sugar soda and full-strength beer and more on ready-to-drink, bottled water and functional drinks.
HUIYUAN pushes integrated corrugated plastic tote production in China
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HUIYUAN Plastic Co., Ltd. is positioning its integrated China factory model as an alternative to fragmented packaging sourcing, arguing that one-stop design, extrusion and assembly can improve quality control for corrugated plastic totes.
XieFa pitches OEM restaurant takeout containers with quality and speed guarantees
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Xiamen XieFa Vacuum Forming Packing Co., Ltd. is highlighting its factory-direct restaurant takeout packaging business, citing certified quality systems, rapid prototyping and flexible minimum orders.
Gordon Ramsay Restaurants Global lands first restaurant-only global Red Bull partnership
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Gordon Ramsay Restaurants Global has signed a worldwide partnership with Red Bull, giving the energy drink brand its first global tie-up with a restaurant-led hospitality group.
Thailand tourism feels pressure from global uncertainty
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Tourism operators in Thailand, especially in Chiang Mai, are seeing shorter booking windows and softer demand as geopolitical tensions, economic worries and rising travel costs shape visitor behavior in 2026. The shift is raising pressure on…
Instant beverage premix market seen reaching $137 billion by 2031
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Allied Market Research projects the global instant beverage premix market will grow from $74.83 billion in 2020 to $137.01 billion by 2031, driven by demand for convenient and health-oriented drinks.
Taurine beverage market seen reaching $24.07 billion by 2030
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The taurine-enriched beverages market is projected to grow from $17.07 billion in 2026 to $24.07 billion by 2030, driven by demand for functional, low-sugar and performance-focused drinks.
Boutiques Singapore expands to Bangkok with first regional edition
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Boutiques Singapore will stage its first regional fair, Boutiques Asia: The Bangkok Edition 2026, from July 24 to 26 at ICONSIAM in Bangkok.
Sake Meguri 2026 returns to Singapore with 20-plus Japanese breweries
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Sake.sg will host Sake Meguri 2026 in Singapore this July, bringing more than 20 master brewers, over 200 sake labels and three tasting sessions to Sands Expo & Convention Centre.
InterContinental Phuket ranks No. 4 in Travel + Leisure Luxury Awards Southeast Asia
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InterContinental Phuket Resort was named No. 4 among Thailand’s Best Beach + Island Resorts in the Travel + Leisure Luxury Awards Southeast Asia 2026, marking its fourth straight year in the rankings.
InterContinental Phuket ranks No. 4 in Travel + Leisure Luxury Awards Southeast Asia
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InterContinental Phuket Resort placed No. 4 among Thailand’s Best Beach + Island Resorts in the Travel + Leisure Luxury Awards Southeast Asia 2026, marking its fourth straight year on the list.
Vietnam luxury cruise brands break into Asia’s top 6
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Heritage Cruises Vietnam and Emperor Cruises Ha Long ranked among the Top 6 best river cruises in Travel + Leisure Luxury Awards Asia Pacific 2026, marking a jump from 2025 and signaling Vietnam’s rise in luxury cruise tourism.
How buyers can vet China Gardenia Blue Extract suppliers
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A new guide outlines what wholesale food and beverage buyers should check before sourcing gardenia blue extract from China, from color stability and heavy metal testing to factory certifications and export logistics.
Kani Doraku touts crab dining experience for foreign visitors in Japan
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Kani Doraku is positioning its crab-focused restaurants as a must-try experience for international travelers visiting Japan, with a flagship in Osaka’s Dotonbori district and locations across the country.
TikTok Shop and uParcel launch same-day delivery in Singapore
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TikTok Shop has partnered with uParcel to offer same-day delivery for invited sellers in Singapore, with orders placed before 2 p.m. or 5 p.m. eligible for delivery the same day. The move is aimed at faster fulfillment for food, fresh goods and…
meed joins Accelerating Asia cohort after drawing 724 applications
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Hong Kong startup meed has been selected for Accelerating Asia Cohort 13 after a five-round process that drew 724 applications from 20 countries for five spots.
Sati Spa wins two Asia awards at Haute Grandeur
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Sati Spa at InterContinental Phuket Resort won Best Holistic Wellness Retreat in Asia and Best Destination Wellness Retreat in Asia at the 2026 Haute Grandeur Global Excellence Awards.
Sati Spa wins two Asia honors at Haute Grandeur Awards
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Sati Spa at InterContinental Phuket Resort won Best Holistic Wellness Retreat in Asia and Best Destination Wellness Retreat in Asia at the 2026 Haute Grandeur Global Excellence Awards.
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