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Family Day: Despicable Me 4, On Sale Now

Join us for another unforgettable Family Day at GV featuring Despicable Me 4! Be among the first to experience the latest adventures of Gru, his mischievous minions and his upsized family.

Dress in your best yellow outfit to receive a special Despicable Me 4 keychain while stocks last. Each ticket also entitles you to a goodie bag valued at up to $65, and the chance to meet the iconic minions, Kevin and Stuart!

That’s not all! For every pair of tickets purchased, you’ll receive a Despicable Me 4 Popcorn Combo Set (worth $19.50) to keep the munchies at bay. Mark your calendars and head down to GV Suntec City on the 29th June for a fun-filled day with the whole family. See you there!

Venue: GV Suntec City

Date and Time: Saturday, 29 June 2024 12:00pm

$26 for GVMC Members | $28 for Public

 Each Ticket comes with:

  • Goodie Bag (worth $65) that includes
    • CubeWerkz Rubik’s Cube (design given at random)
    • CubeWerkz Voucher
    • Gumazing Lutein Eye Care Gummies
    • Gumazing Voucher
    • IUIGA Recyclable Bag
    • IUIGA Neon Stick Tabs
    • IUIGA Voucher
    • SGTOYSROCK Mini Minons Mystery Figure (design given at random)
  • Every pair of tickets comes with 1x Despicable Me 4 Popcorn Combo (worth $19.50): 1x Large Popcorn, 2x Regular Drinks, 1x Minion Tumbler
  • Get a special Despicable Me 4 Keychain when you come dressed in yellow (While stocks last)
  • Meet and Greet / Photo-taking session with MINIONS (Family Day ticket holders only, on first come first serve basis)

Click here for more information.

KFC Malaysia Launches Its First-Ever Pie And It Has Durian

PETALING JAYA, 11 JUNE 2024 – KFC Malaysia is expanding its dessert menu with the limited time introduction of its D24 Durian Pie. Starting 11th June, the all-new dessert will be available across all KFC outlets in Peninsula Malaysia.

The D24 Durian Pie pays homage to the King of Fruits, loved by Malaysians for its rich, creamy texture and distinctive taste. Offering the perfect balance of texture and flavours, this pie, featuring a golden-brown crust is sweet, creamy and crunchy.

The creamy durian filling expertly formulated with the most premium of durians offers an
explosion of sweet, luscious flavours that is sure satiate durian enthusiasts and curious foodies alike.

Customers can enjoy this delightful treat through various convenient options including Dine-in, Self-collect, and Delivery services. Priced from just RM5.99, it’s an affordable indulgence that everyone can enjoy.

Head of KFC Malaysia Chandrasagran Munusamy said “For Malaysians, the durian is a fruit that represents so much of our local culture and nostalgic memories. Most importantly, the durian as a fruit is one to be shared, much like the meals and moments in KFC. We are truly excited for this new creation to hit the shelves and we are looking forward to seeing everyone enjoy it.”

Experience the new D24 Durian Pie at your nearest KFC outlet starting from 11th June. For more information logon to kfc.com.my or follow us on socials @kfcmalaysia

Bunge and CP Foods Pioneer Greater Transparency in Shipments of Deforestation-Free Soybeans Using Blockchain Technology

Around 185,000 metric tons of deforestation-free soybean meal were shipped from Brazil to Thailand to test the companies’ joint digital blockchain traceability solution for sustainable soy

Sao Paulo – June 2024 – Bunge (NYSE: BG), a leading agribusiness and food company, and Bangkok Produce Merchandising Public Company Limited (BKP), a subsidiary of Charoen Pokphand Foods Public Company Limited (CPF or CP Foods), a world leader in food, jointly tested a traceability platform using blockchain technology for sustainable soy. To date, three shipments totaling 185,000 metric tons of deforestation-free soybean meal have been loaded in Brazil and are headed to Thailand, allowing CP Foods to trace the soybeans from farm origin, processing, and transportation, to delivery at and destination. Three additional ships carrying an additional 180,000 metric tons of soybean meal are expected for shipment by July 2024.

These products comply with Bunge’s and BKP’s socio-environmental supplier verification protocols and have been grown in high-priority regions with zero deforestation since 2020, aligning with the cutoff date determined in the sourcing standard developed by CP Foods. In addition to compliance with different socio-environmental criteria, the platform also offers customers access to information including the carbon footprint of the volumes sold and whether the farm has adopted regenerative agricultural practices.

Paisarn Kruawongvanich, Chief Executive Officer of Bangkok Produce Merchandising stated that the company is working to connect blockchain-based traceability solutions with suppliers, partners, and farmers worldwide, ensuring transparency across its supply chain. “In the initial stages of our partnership with Bunge, we have shipped the first vessels of soybean meal verified deforestation-free, fully traceable from farms to their destination in Thailand for CP Foods. This marks a significant milestone for Charoen Pokphand Foods to achieve 100% deforestation-free supply chains by 2025,” added Kruawongvanich.

“Adding a layer of blockchain technology improves the transparency in end-to-end traceability that Bunge has been doing for some years.  This ability to increase end-consumer confidence in soy projects is only possible thanks to the robust supplier’s socio-environmental verification and monitoring system that we have structured over the last decade, which uniquely positions us to provide the connection of proven sustainable products with markets where the demand for them is increasing,” says Rossano de Angelis Jr., Bunge’s Vice President of Agribusiness in South America.

The two companies have been collaborating since October 2023, when they announced a partnership to develop technical, commercial and operational feasibility studies for a blockchain traceability solution to build a sustainable and digitally integrated supply chain. The agreement involves oilseeds and their by-products sourced by Bunge in Brazil destined for several Asian countries, where BKP and CP Foods produce and sell feed and food.

The ongoing tests aim to automate the connection between Bunge and BKP’s supplier management and socio-environmental monitoring systems with a digital platform. This enables the customer to monitor and receive product traceability data, in addition to accessing socio-environmental information from the sourced farms. The blockchain technology ensures an additional layer of reliability, as it makes data immutable once it enters the platform.

For Bunge’s Distribution Director in Asia, Mohit Purbey, the deep and trusting relationship Bunge has built with CP Foods over the years was key to the project. “It is also an example of how Bunge can create tailored solutions to help our customers fulfill their own sustainability commitments,” he adds.

Since the end of 2022, Bunge’s supplier monitoring system covering more than 16,000 farms, around 20 million hectares, in South America and features state-of-the-art satellite technology, capable of identifying changes in land use and soybean planting on each monitored property. In Brazil, Bunge currently monitors its entire direct suppliers in areas at risk of deforestation and is expecting to fully cover the indirect suppliers in 2025. More than 97% of the volume of soy sourced by Bunge in the country is deforestation and conversion-free, which brings the company closer to its goal of achieving deforestation-free chains in 2025.

 

Pos Malaysia Delivers Employee Wellbeing First with Launch of Innovative ‘FIT’ Programme

KUALA LUMPUR, 10 June 2024 – Pos Malaysia Berhad (“Pos Malaysia”), the national post and parcel service provider, proudly unveils its latest employee wellbeing initiative, FIT – a comprehensive programme delivered via its employee engagement mobile platform Kyzense. FIT was developed in collaboration with Naluri, a leading digital health and wellbeing company in Southeast Asia and marks another significant step in Pos Malaysia’s commitment to employee welfare.

Pos Malaysia’s Group Chief Executive Officer, Charles Brewer, affirmed the company’s commitment to its workforce, stating, “Pos Malaysia is dedicated to the health and wellbeing of our 14,000-strong workforce. Having highly motivated, engaged and safe employees is a key part of our transformation-focused strategy, and we deliver on that by ensuring we create an amazing and safe environment where our incredible teams can flourish, and this means providing a supportive and nurturing work environment that prioritises the physical, mental and emotional wellbeing of every employee.”

“Employee engagement and wellbeing, when brought together, create a high-performance employee environment in which the two inform and build on one another. FIT is a comprehensive wellbeing programme offering our employees easy and ‘always-on’ access to physical and mental health support. All of our Pos Wiras will have a dedicated channel to connect with healthcare consultants and expert coaches whenever required. This support system is seamlessly accessible through our Kyzense app, providing impactful 24/7 assistance right at their fingertips.”

Brewer further added, “At Pos Malaysia, our purpose is to be passionate about building trust to connect lives and businesses for a better tomorrow, and as part of that, we are committed to creating a healthy and supportive work environment where our Pos Wiras feel motivated, engaged and most importantly safe. Because we are accelerating our investment in our employees’ health and wellbeing we will see numerous measurable benefits, from higher productivity and improved financials to lower turnover and fewer safety incidents.”

Naluri’s Chief Executive Officer and Co-Founder, Azran Osman-Rani said, “We’re honoured to partner with Pos Malaysia, a pioneer in digital employee engagement and integrate Naluri’s predictive and preventive wellbeing features into Kyzense to help transform traditional healthcare which is reactive ‘sickcare’ to the FIT programme that proactively keeps employees healthy and engaged.”

According to reports, approximately 40% of the workforce in Malaysia is at risk of mental health issues, and nearly half are overweight or obese (Source: Aon, “Global Medical Report” Trend Rates Report (2022); Aon Insights; Ginger Report (2021); Relate Malaysia study (2021)).

FIT offers employees a comprehensive and holistic approach to wellbeing, empowering them to take charge of their health. The programme provides easy access to round-the-clock support from certified mental health professionals through secure and confidential consultations via chat, WhatsApp, or phone, seamlessly integrated with the Kyzense app. Employees can take validated assessments to measure anxiety, depression, and stress, and connect with multidisciplinary coaches, including psychologists, dieticians, and fitness experts, all within the FIT app. Additionally, a library of educational resources such as modules, videos, and webinars assists in making informed health choices.

Taking a holistic approach with AI-Powered personalisation, FIT addresses not only physical fitness, but also diet, mental wellbeing, and even chronic condition management. By leveraging the power of artificial intelligence, FIT tailors care plans specifically to individual needs, allowing for early detection of potential health risks and ensuring employees receive the most relevant support.

By using FIT, employees can expect numerous benefits, including improved overall health and a reduced risk of chronic diseases. Ultimately, the programme cultivates a supportive and healthfocused workplace culture, benefiting both employees and employers alike. Pos Malaysia remains dedicated to nurturing an environment of continuous improvement and wellbeing, ensuring that every employee has the resources and support needed to thrive both personally and professionally.

Stay connected with Pos Malaysia via www.pos.com.my, or follow us on Facebook, X, Instagram, Tik Tok, YouTube and LinkedIn.

 

Ministry of Commerce of Thailand Shows Achievements of “THAIFEX – ANUGA ASIA 2024” Driving Food Industry to the Global Market, Boosting National GDP, and Generating Trade Value Over 96 Billion Baht

The Ministry of Commerce of Thailand proudly announces the resounding success of the “THAIFEX – ANUGA ASIA 2024” food and beverage trade show, which was grandly held from May 28 to June 1, 2024, at IMPACT Muang Thong Thani. The event attracted more than 138,000 visitors from all over the world, driving Thai economy through trade value exceeding 96 billion baht.

Mr. Phumtham Wechayachai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Commerce of Thailand, stated that the success of the THAIFEX – ANUGA ASIA 2024, was organized by the Department of International Trade Promotion, Ministry of Commerce, the Thai Chamber of Commerce and Koelnmesse Germany, elevated Thailand’s food and beverage industry, significantly contributed to the national GDP, and reinforced Thailand’s vision as a global food hub aligning with the government’s ‘Thailand Vision’.

The THAIFEX – ANUGA ASIA 2024 boasted an impressive presence, featuring 3,133 food and beverage exhibitors (1,109 Thai companies and 2,024 international companies) showcasing their products across 6,238 booths from 52 countries in several regions around the world, including East Asia, ASEAN, Europe, North America, Latin America, Australia and Middle East.

The trade show attracted 138,508 visitors, including 85,850 trade visitors (19,984 international trade visitors and 65,866 Thai trade visitors) and 52,658 public visitors. The total trade value amounted to 96,265.80 million baht, with 96,041.41 million baht from trade days (651.67 million baht of immediate purchases and 95,389.74 million baht of estimated trade value within a year). Countries with the highest total purchase were Thailand, China, India, South Korea, and Malaysia, respectively. The top five product categories by sales were fine food, sweets and confectionery, drinks, frozen food, and seafood, respectively. Retail sales during the event valued 224.39 million baht. Thai businesses accounted for a significant portion of the total trade value, contributing 71,359.86 million baht.

“We aim for Thai food exports to reach over 1.4 trillion baht this year, surpassing the previous year’s figure of 1.37 trillion baht. The remarkable achievement of the THAIFEX – ANUGA ASIA 2024 undoubtedly plays a crucial role in achieving this export target,” said Mr. Phumtham.

The next THAIFEX – ANUGA ASIA is scheduled for 27-31 May 2025. Interested exhibitors can register from 1 July 2024, at 9:00 AM via the THAIFEX Online system at https://thaifex.thaichamber.org. For more information, visit www.thaifex-anuga.com

Amazin’ Graze adds matcha to its plant-based protein blend

Amazin’ Graze Malaysia has unveiled its latest Matcha Protein Blend to promote healthy skin from the inside out. The blend is made from matcha powder, green peas, mung beans, pumpkin seeds, rice ceramides and tremella, also known as white fungus. 

The lactose-free Matcha Protein Blend is suitable for vegans and vegetarians. It has 26g of protein per serving and contains 12% pure matcha and rice ceramides and tremella for radiant skin and an antioxidant boost. The plant-based Matcha Protein Blend is also high in fibre. 

The existing Choco-holic Protein Blend and Oh-So-Vanilla Protein Blend each have 25g of protein per serve and 2 billion CFU of probiotics to improve gut health.

Shop here on Amazin’ Graze official store.

Glico Almond Koka lands in Malaysia

Image credit: Minimeinsights.com

Glico Malaysia has introduced Almond Koka to the Malaysian market as it expands its local portfolio from biscuit sticks to almond milk. Almond Koka is Japan’s No.1 Almond Milk and is enriched with vitamin E, fibre to stimulate the digestive system and has 0% cholesterol. The range comprises Original, Chocolate and Unsweetened.

Glico Almond Koka is produced from high-quality almonds from the United States and Australia.

Almond Koka is available in Malaysia at FamilyMart, Village Grocer, Aeon Supermarket and selected retailers.

In Thailand, Thai Glico Company launched Almond Koka in 2023 in three variants similar to the ones available in Malaysia.

 

Ajinomoto Indonesia recently unveiled Masako Mushroom Flavoured Stock

Ajinomoto Indonesia has recently introduced a new stock made from three types of mushrooms: shiitake mushroom, oyster mushroom and champignon mushroom. The new Masako Mushroom Flavoured Stock is suitable for dishes with vegetables and seafood-based ingredients as well as other dishes.

NESCAFE Iced Black Lychee offers refreshing taste of lychee

Nestlé Indonesia is introducing NESCAFE Iced Black Lychee (220ml), a new lychee-flavoured coffee, to the Indonesian market. The fruit-flavoured iced black coffee brings a refreshing lychee taste to the RTD coffee category, targeting young consumers looking for exciting flavors in their iced coffee. The latest RTD coffee is priced at IDR 7,100 at Indomaret.

New ready-to-drink Tropicana Slim Collagen Shot comes in peach blossom flavour with 400mg of collagen per serving

PT Nutrifood Indonesia has recently launched the ready-to-drink Tropicana Slim Collagen Shot with Peach Blossom flavour, targeting consumers who want to improve their hair, nails and skin anytime and anywhere. Tropicana Slim Collagen Shot (190ml) is a collagen drink with 400mg of collagen per serving. It is high in fibre, has seven vitamins, including vitamin A and has green tea extract.

The green tea extract contains antioxidants, while vitamin A, a fat-soluble vitamin, plays a vital role in collagen synthesis. The fibre helps with digestion. Tropicana Slim Collagen Shot is suitable for people with diabetes to consume.

Nutrifood has previously introduced Tropicana Slim Strawberry Flavoured Collagen Drink Powder, which contains vitamin A and 8,000mg of collagen per serving.

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