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24-07-2025
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Ajinomoto Foods North America Named a 2025 Inspiring Workplaces Winner
Awarded 'Best in Class' for Culture and Purpose ONTARIO, Calif., July 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Ajinomoto Foods North America (AFNA), a specialty frozen food manufacturer designing products for well-being—bringing happiness, peace of mind, and connection to the everyday moments that matter most—has been recognized by Inspiring Workplaces Group (IW) as a truly People First organization, earning "Best in Class" in the Culture and Purpose category. The Inspiring Workplaces Awards celebrate organizations that put people at the heart of their business and foster engagement through progressive, people-first initiatives. AFNA was selected for its approach to building a values-driven culture rooted in well-being, respect, and shared purpose. Grounded in the belief that food has the power to enhance well-being, AFNA's purpose—to make everyday eating a happy experience—comes to life through small, everyday moments that spark joy, connection, and care. This purpose connects employees to their work, to one another, and to the communities they serve. "We are incredibly proud to be recognized as a 'Best in Class' winner for Culture and Purpose. This award reflects our deep commitment to creating a workplace where people feel valued, supported, and empowered to make a meaningful impact," said Hiroshi Kaho, President and CEO of Ajinomoto Foods North America. "When we lead with purpose and prioritize our people, we create a truly inspiring place to work." AFNA's purpose informs everything from its employee engagement strategies and leadership development programs to its sustainability initiatives and community impact. The company's values—Sharing the Joy of Food, Commitment to Performance, Quality is Our First Ingredient, Pride in Caring for One Another, and One Team, One Spirit—serve as a foundation for a workplace that values collaboration, excellence, and genuine care for both employees and the broader world. The Culture and Purpose category honors organizations that build strong connections between what they do and why they do it—creating environments where employees understand their role in driving broader societal good. For more information about the 2025 North America Inspiring Workplaces winners, visit: About Ajinomoto Foods North America, Foods North America, Inc. is dedicated to delivering high-quality and culturally inspired frozen food products that meet the ever-evolving needs of consumers, with a focus on well-being. Our purpose is to enhance the quality of life through food, making everyday eating a happy experience. The company is a wholly owned subsidiary of the Ajinomoto Group, a global leader in the research, development, manufacture, and sale of amino acid-based products. Leveraging the Ajinomoto Group's history with amino acids via "AminoScience", Ajinomoto Foods North America, Inc. is pioneering the science of well-being. Our quality and safety standards combined with our culinary expertise inspires our belief in sharing the joy of food. Our diverse range of frozen foods combines premium ingredients with exceptional flavor, making it easier for people to enjoy balanced meals without compromising on taste. Ajinomoto Foods North America, Inc. consumer brands include: Ajinomoto, Jose Ole, Ling Ling and Tai Pei. Our products can be found at Costco, Kroger, Sam's Club, Walmart and more. For more information, please visit View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Ajinomoto Foods North America
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04-06-2025
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Ajinomoto Health & Nutrition North America, Inc. Opens Quality Control Laboratory Following $2.1M Renovation
RALEIGH, N.C., June 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Ajinomoto Health & Nutrition North America, Inc. (AHN), a global leader in amino acid manufacturing, celebrated the opening of its renovated Quality Control Laboratory today with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. Global senior leaders and dedicated team members who have been integral to the renovation efforts gathered at the modern facility on AHN's Raleigh, North Carolina, campus. The re-envisioned lab showcases AHN's commitment to delivering top product quality and leading safety standards. "By updating our facilities, we are even more equipped to meet the evolving needs of our customers and maintain our position as a leader in the industry," said Jessica Lee, Quality Manager. "Our Quality Control Laboratory is part of Ajinomoto Health and Nutrition's ongoing investment in quality and innovation." With the expanding need for amino acids in today's market, AHN's Quality Control Laboratory features advanced analytical equipment, improved workflow efficiencies, and enhanced safety measures. The facility benefits from Raleigh's skilled workforce, top universities, and numerous life sciences support companies, strengthening the area's reputation as a leading biotech hub. The enhancements also support AHN's growth plan for supplying Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient (API) amino acids and blends globally. By investing in these upgrades, AHN is positioning itself to meet the increasing global demand for high-quality APIs. The improved laboratory enables AHN to scale production and maintain stringent quality standards across larger volumes. This strategic investment aligns with AHN's long-term vision of expanding its market presence and reinforcing its reputation as a reliable supplier in the pharmaceutical industry. "The strategic investments made by AHN underscore our dedication to 'AminoScience,' the Ajinomoto Group's unique scientific approach to maximizing resources, resolving social issues, and contributing to people's wellbeing," says Ajinomoto Health & Nutrition's President and CEO, Ikuo Kira. The Ajinomoto Group connects its global divisions to deliver high-quality health and nutrition solutions by integrating research-based functions, technologies, and services centered on amino acids. About Ajinomoto Health & Nutrition North America, Inc. Ajinomoto Health & Nutrition North America, Inc. is a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Ajinomoto Group, a global leader in the research, development, manufacture, and sale of amino acid-based products for the pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, sports nutrition, health and beauty industries, as well as food ingredients. The company opened its first U.S. office in New York in 1917 and has since grown and expanded its presence, establishing offices and production facilities in North Carolina, Iowa, Ohio, Massachusetts, and Illinois. Ajinomoto Health & Nutrition North America, Inc. leverages an international manufacturing, supply, and distribution chain to bring the highest-grade products to customers. For additional information on Ajinomoto Health & Nutrition North America, Inc., please visit Media contact: Charlotte Eby(515) 577-3171, ceby@ View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Ajinomoto Health & Nutrition North America, Inc Sign in to access your portfolio
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19-05-2025
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Japan Seasonings, Dressings and Sauces Market Assessment and Forecasts Report 2024-2025 & 2029 Featuring Ajinomoto, Kewpie, Kikkoman, House Foods, Kagome, Nestle, Unilever, Kraft Heinz
The Japanese seasonings, dressings, and sauces sector will grow from JPY2,651.6 billion in 2024 to JPY2,926.3 billion in 2029, with a 2% CAGR. Tomato pastes and purées lead growth, while Ajinomoto, Kewpie, and Kikkoman dominate. Modern retail remains the top distribution channel. Dublin, May 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The "Japan Seasonings, Dressings and Sauces - Market Assessment and Forecasts to 2029" has been added to offering. The Japanese seasonings, dressings, and sauces market is on a progressive growth trajectory, with expectations to surge from JPY2,651.6 billion ($17.5 billion) in 2024 to JPY2,926.3 billion ($20.6 billion) by 2029, reflecting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 2%. In volume terms, the sector is predicted to rise from 2.6 billion kg in 2024 to 2.7 billion kg by 2029, growing at a CAGR of 0.9%. Within this vibrant market landscape, condiment sauces reign supreme, dominating both value and volume categories. Notably, the tomato pastes and purees segment is poised to demonstrate the swiftest growth in both value and volume from 2024 to 2029. In examining distribution channels, modern retail emerged as the predominant platform in 2024. Pioneering companies like Ajinomoto Group, Kewpie Corporation, and Kikkoman Corporation are fundamental in propelling market dynamics. Scope In 2024, per capita consumption of seasonings, dressings, and sauces in Japan surpassed both regional and global figures. Japan's per capita intake of condiment sauces eclipsed other categories within the sector in 2024. Modern retail channels held the largest distribution share within the Japanese market. Ajinomoto Group captured an 11.2% value share in 2024, while Kewpie Corporation and Kikkoman Corporation secured 8.4% and 6.6% shares, respectively. Reasons to Buy Recognize high-potential categories to identify lucrative market opportunities based on comprehensive value and volume analysis. Existing and prospective players can scrutinize key distribution channels to spot trends and capitalize on emerging opportunities. Gain insights into the competitive landscape via detailed company share analyses to devise effective market positioning strategies. Our analysts have highlighted upcoming market changes, providing a nuanced understanding of opportunities ripe for revenue expansion over the next five years. The report also delivers analyses on key macro-economic indicators, such as real GDP, nominal GDP, consumer price index, household consumption expenditures, demographic statistics, and labor market trends. Key Topics Covered: Report Scope Executive Summary Market Environment Sector Deep Dive Japan Seasonings, Dressings and Sauces Sector Snapshot Category Deep Dive Per Capita Consumption Analysis by Category Market Size Analysis by Category Distribution Analysis Competitive Environment Health & Wellness Analysis Packaging Analysis City Deep Dive Consumer Graphics Demographic Analysis Macroeconomic Analysis Methodology Definitions Appendix A selection of companies mentioned in this report includes, but is not limited to: Ajinomoto Group Kewpie Corporation Kikkoman Corporation House Foods Group Inc. Kagome Co. Ltd Nestle Unilever The Kraft Heinz Company For more information about this report visit About is the world's leading source for international market research reports and market data. We provide you with the latest data on international and regional markets, key industries, the top companies, new products and the latest trends. CONTACT: CONTACT: Laura Wood,Senior Press Manager press@ For E.S.T Office Hours Call 1-917-300-0470 For U.S./ CAN Toll Free Call 1-800-526-8630 For GMT Office Hours Call +353-1-416-8900
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11-02-2025
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Ajinomoto Co., Inc., through its subsidiary Ajinomoto Health & Nutrition North America, Inc., Announces Gold Sponsorship of LabCentral: Accelerating Innovation in Biotechnology
CAMBRIDGE, Mass., Feb. 11, 2025 /CNW/ -- Ajinomoto Co., Inc., a global leader in biotechnology and food innovation, proudly announces its sponsorship of LabCentral, a premier launchpad for high-potential life sciences and biotech startups located in the heart of the Greater Boston biotechnology community. This partnership underscores the Ajinomoto Group's commitment to fostering innovation, collaboration, and scientific advancement in this rapidly evolving sector and thriving ecosystem. The sponsorship is in full alignment with the Ajinomoto Group's purpose to contribute to the well-being of all human beings, our society, and our planet with "AminoScience" and its cutting-edge technologies, including innovations in cell and gene therapy, amino acid, and protein sciences. The Ajinomoto Innovation Strategy Development Team in particular is fully committed to supporting the thriving biotech ecosystem in Cambridge and Massachusetts. LabCentral, located in Cambridge, provides startups with the laboratory space, resources, and community necessary to translate breakthrough ideas into viable solutions. The Ajinomoto Group's sponsorship will enhance LabCentral's ability to support promising ventures in areas such as drug discovery, cell and gene therapy, and other transformative life sciences fields. "LabCentral represents the nexus of innovation and opportunity in biotech, and the Ajinomoto Group is honored to support its mission of empowering next-generation startups," said Dr. Ikuo Kira, Executive Officer & Vice President, General Manager, North America Division. "This sponsorship reflects our dedication to nurturing groundbreaking research and providing the resources that innovators need to succeed." Dr. Johannes Fruehauf, CEO and co-founder of LabCentral said, "We are honored to have the Ajinomoto Group as a Gold sponsor of LabCentral and General sponsor of LabCentral238, and we welcome them to the Cambridge life sciences community. We are confident that their expertise in many areas of biotechnology, including cell and gene therapy, will be incredibly valuable to our resident startups, and the broader biotechnology ecosystem here in Massachusetts." Through this collaboration, the Ajinomoto Group will engage with pioneering biotech entrepreneurs, leveraging its expertise and technology platforms to help accelerate their development journeys. For more information about the Ajinomoto Group and its initiatives, please visit Additional information about LabCentral can be found at About Ajinomoto Health & Nutrition North America, Inc. Ajinomoto Health & Nutrition North America, Inc. is a wholly owned subsidiary of the Ajinomoto Group, a global leader in the research, development, manufacture, and sale of amino acid-based products for the pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, sports nutrition, health and beauty industries, as well as food ingredients. The company opened its first U.S. office in New York in 1917 and has since grown and expanded its presence, establishing offices and production facilities in North Carolina, Iowa, and Illinois. Ajinomoto Health & Nutrition North America, Inc. leverages an international manufacturing, supply, and distribution chain to bring the highest-grade products to customers. For additional information on Ajinomoto Health & Nutrition North America, Inc., please visit About LabCentral A private, non-profit institution, LabCentral is a launchpad for high-potential life-sciences and biotech startups with 243,000 square feet of space across Kendall Square in Cambridge, Mass., and the Harvard University campus. Founded in 2013, LabCentral offers a full complement of programming and networking to life sciences entrepreneurs in addition to fully permitted laboratory and office space for early-stage and growing life sciences companies. More information is available at Media Contact: Andrea Rodriguez, arodriguez@ View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Ajinomoto Health & Nutrition North America, Inc View original content to download multimedia:
