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Korea Herald
18-07-2025
- Business
- Korea Herald
Scale Hits New High: HNC 2025 Concludes with Resounding Success, Driving a New Wave of Health Industry Upgrades
SHANGHAI, July 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Jointly organized by the China Chamber of Commerce for Import & Export of Medicines & Health Products and Sinoexpo Informa Markets, the "Healthplex Expo 2025, Natural & Nutraceutical Products China 2025" (HNC 2025) was successfully held from June 24 to 26 at the National Exhibition and Convention Center (Shanghai). The HNC 2025 once again achieved a historic breakthrough in scale, winning high praise from all participants. Held concurrently with Hi & Fi Asia-China, ProPak China & FoodPack China, and Starch Expo, the HNC built a business platform integrating the entire industry chain from upstream ingredient supply to end-product distribution. The total exhibition area exceeded 200,000 sqm, bringing together more than 2,500 exhibitors from around the world. Meanwhile, 93,080 professional buyers from 137 countries and regions attended the shows for business exchange and negotiation — a year-on-year increase of 21.2% — fully showcasing the latest achievements and future directions of the health industry, and highlighting its tremendous vitality and boundless potential. The HNC deeply aggregates global resources and builds an industry ecosystem for collaborative development. This year's HNC not only gathered leading enterprises from across China but also attracted industry leaders from more than 30 countries and regions, including Australia, New Zealand, Italy, South Korea, Japan, Malaysia, the United States, Canada, Singapore, Spain, Norway, etc. National pavilions and exhibitors from Italy, Spain, Slovenia, the United States, and Japan made their debuts in China at the exhibition. Local delegations from across China also demonstrated their regional strengths — for example, Jilin pavilion featured its renowned ginseng and antler products, while Xizang pavilion presented its unique highland resources and premium wellness treasures. Both domestic and international exhibitors displayed a diverse range of products and solutions spanning nutritional and health supplements, imported dietary supplements, traditional tonic foods, health foods and beverages, anti-aging beauty products, emotional healing solutions, weight management products, healthcare devices and equipment, as well as third-party professional services. As a vital platform for information exchange, product launches, technology discussions, and market expansion in the health industry, HNC continues to attract a growing number of domestic and international companies, driving deeper collaboration and development across the global health and nutrition sector. Staying true to the innovative spirit of HNC, the exhibition spotlighted trending topics such as sports nutrition, aromatherapy, health foods and beverages, and the medicine and food homology, and curated several themed zones. Highlights included the brand-new "Hi Energy Camp", "Healing Workshop", "Light Wellness Awakening • Food & Beverage Festival", as well as the fully upgraded "TCM Nutrition Zone." These zones combined product showcases, competitions, and immersive experiences, while also collaborating for the first time with Douyin E-Commerce, the leading interest-based e-commerce platform, to offer brands live-streaming sales channels. This cross-ecosystem partnership empowered multiple brands to drive GMV growth and create best-selling products, putting innovative practice into action to boost domestic health consumption and reshape the health ecosystem through category evolution. All activities received enthusiastic feedback from onsite participants. As an industry hub for insights and exchange, the HNC 2025 also hosted more than 50 high-caliber industry events, reaching a new high in scale. The agenda covered professional industry conferences and forums, new product launches, international brand exchanges, innovative interactive experiences, business matchmaking, etc. Hot topics included weight management, applications of medicine and food homology, probiotic research, regulations and market trends for foods for special medical purposes (FSMPs), development of low-GI and whole-grain products, brand building and marketing strategies, hit product incubation, cross-border e-commerce strategies, nutrition across the life cycle, etc. Major events included the 14th Nutraceutical Industry Development Conference (NIDC), The 19th Innovation Hub for Nutrition and Health Food, The 2nd Jilin's Changbai Mountain Ginseng Health (Shanghai) Forum & Related Industry Economic and Trade Matchmaking, 2025 Industry Forum on Medicine and Food Homology, NutriGlobal 2025: Private Advisory Forum for Supply Chain Innovation in China's Health Market, among others. These sessions, held in both Chinese and bilingual formats, gathered government officials, industry association leaders, research experts, and business executives, who shared forward-looking insights and engaged in in-depth exchanges with attendees onsite. Meanwhile, to enhance the efficiency and precision of connections between exhibitors and channel partners, the HNC meticulously organized five targeted business matchmaking sessions onsite. Well-known MCN agencies were specially invited, along with top e-commerce influencers and leading private-domain group leaders, to source new products. Major offline supermarket chains and pharmacy chains also actively participated in the matchmaking sessions. Through this kind of business matchmaking model, broader and more diversified market channels are opened up for exhibitors. To enrich the overall experience for visitors, the HNC significantly upgraded its "Discovery Tour" interactive activity, carefully planning three themed tour routes: Beauty & Anti-Aging, Weight Management, and Tonic Food. Visitors showed great enthusiasm by checking in at booths to learn about the latest products and solutions under each theme. In addition, the HNC launched an all-new immersive cultural experience project called "Trendy Herbal Shop", showcasing the integration of food-medicine homology traditions, as well as a limited-time "Seal-Collecting Tour" activity, which added vibrant fun and cultural depth to the exhibition. The HNC 2025 in Shanghai has come to a successful close. The organizers would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to all exhibitors, professional visitors, partners, and media friends for their invaluable support and enthusiastic participation. Looking ahead, the next stop for HNC will be the " Healthplex Expo, Natural & Nutraceutical Products Shenzhen 2025" (HNC Shenzhen 2025), taking place from December 16 to 18, 2025, at the Shenzhen World Exhibition & Convention Center. Next year at the "Healthplex Expo 2026, Natural & Nutraceutical Products China 2026" (HNC 2026) in Shanghai, we expect to see you again from June 15th to 17th, 2026. We look forward to reuniting with colleagues from the global health and nutrition industry to share the grand occasions, and to jointly write an even more brilliant new chapter for the health industry.
Korea Herald
08-07-2025
- Business
- Korea Herald
Hi & Fi Asia-China 2025 Shatters Records: Global Engagement Soars
SHANGHAI, July 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The 2025 edition of Hi & Fi Asia-China, held from24-26 June at NECC, Shanghai, concluded as its most impactful event to date, drawing unprecedented global participation and showcasing China's pivotal role in the future of food and health ingredients."* Unprecedented Scale & Global Reach This year's 4 co-located events attracted 93,080 industry professionals visits, marking a 21% increase over 2024. Hi & Fi Asia-China's visitor number also broke an all-time record, with 2431 Internationals from more than 90 countries demonstrating cutting-edge innovations. The atmosphere was electric, driven by intense networking and robust deal-making. Exhibitors included ingredient leaders and health & nutrition pioneers such as Synbio, Amicogen, Alliance Nutrition Group, Golden Omega, HSF, and Givaudan. "Key attending companies spanned manufacturers, retail, and food service, including Suntory, Unilever, CJ CheilJedang, Nissin Foods, PROXIMA, and dmk. Five live bilingual forums emerged as major highlights dynamic bilingual forums took center stage, tackling critical topics such as sustainable sourcing, regulatory evolution, EPA and DHA Omega-3s, and sports nutrition enthusiasm of attendees underscored the event's value as Asia's premier cross-border F&B ingredients platform. Record-Breaking Matchmaking Drives Global Business Connections This year's matchmaking program proved highly successful, facilitating over 150 one-on-one meetings between exhibitors and 21 international buyers from key markets, including Europe, North America, and Southeast Asia. The curated sessions enabled targeted discussions on sourcing, partnerships, and market expansion, further solidifying Hi & Fi Asia-China's role as a bridge for global business opportunities in the F&B ingredients sector. Fi Innovation Awards 2025 Honors Industry Pioneers The prestigious Fi Innovation Awards ceremony recognized breakthrough achievements across three key categories: These winners exemplify the transformative innovation driving the food Ingredients industry forward, their work addresses pressing global needs in sustainability, health, and consumer experience. Future Focus: Deepening Global Support Driven by record international attendance, we're doubling down on services for our global community. For 2026, we will expand multilingual digital resources, enhance on-site English support, and tailor content to address evolving cross-market challenges identified this year. Save the Date for 2026 Mark your calendars for the next edition: Hi & Fi Asia-China 2026 June 15-17, 2026| Shanghai, China About Hi & Fi Asia-China: Part of Informa Markets' global food ingredients & nutrition network, Hi & Fi Asia-China is the leading trade fair and conference for food ingredients, health ingredients, and natural extracts in Asia.
Yahoo
05-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
ProPak China 2025 set to showcase global packaging tech
ProPak China 2025, the leading processing and packaging trade show in Asia, will return to Shanghai's National Exhibition and Convention Center (NECC) from 24 to 26 June 2025. The event, marking its 30th edition, will bring together over 2,500 exhibitors across 200,000 square metres and run alongside FoodPack China, Hi & Fi Asia-China, HNC, and Starch Expo. Set against a backdrop of increasing global demand for automated packaging machinery and smart manufacturing, ProPak China 2025 is expected to be a key event for professionals in food and beverage processing, pharmaceutical packaging, logistics technology, and more. The exhibition provides a critical platform for industry players to explore new solutions, network with international suppliers, and stay ahead of fast-evolving packaging trends. This year's event will feature dedicated pavilions from Germany, Italy, North America, and Japan, highlighting the growing global interest in Asia's packaging equipment market. Participating companies include ANRITSU, METTLER-TOLEDO, ISHIDA, and URSCHEL, all of whom are expected to present their latest machinery and integrated processing solutions. The show will cover a wide range of sectors including food processing, dairy, bakery, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and e-commerce, reflecting the diversity of demand in the packaging industry. Smart filling lines, sustainable packaging materials, and AI-driven logistics technologies will take centre stage as suppliers focus on enhancing efficiency and reducing environmental impact. Attendees will have access to two themed equipment tours focused on liquid packaging systems and end-of-line automation. The Liquid Packaging Machinery Tour will feature live demonstrations of high-speed filling and aseptic processing systems designed for beverages and medical products. Meanwhile, the End-of-Line Packaging Machinery section will spotlight robotic palletisers, automated sealing equipment, and eco-conscious packaging innovations. This year's exhibition places a strong emphasis on intelligent automation, reflecting a broader industry push towards robotics, AI, and smart packaging solutions. These technologies aim to meet rising consumer expectations for speed, sustainability, and safety in packaging processes. In addition to the exhibition floor, ProPak China 2025 will host a structured business matching programme, facilitating direct engagement between verified buyers and manufacturers offering equipment such as filling machines, coding systems, sterilisation units, fermentation tanks, and packaging materials. High-level forums and thematic zones will also run throughout the event, with sessions including the Intelligent Manufacturing and Embodied Robotics Industry Conference and the 2nd Fermented Food and Bioprocessing Technology Forum. Special zones dedicated to smart manufacturing and daily chemicals will offer further insights into sector-specific developments. With China's government easing entry requirements through expanded visa-free policies, international attendance is expected to grow. Organisers anticipate that ProPak China 2025 will play a key role in connecting suppliers and buyers across the global packaging supply chain. "ProPak China 2025 set to showcase global packaging tech" was originally created and published by Packaging Gateway, a GlobalData owned brand. The information on this site has been included in good faith for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to amount to advice on which you should rely, and we give no representation, warranty or guarantee, whether express or implied as to its accuracy or completeness. You must obtain professional or specialist advice before taking, or refraining from, any action on the basis of the content on our site. Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Korea Herald
05-06-2025
- Business
- Korea Herald
Countdown Begins: Hi & Fi Asia-China 2025 To Unveil Industry Breakthroughs In 20 Days
SHANGHAI, June 5, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- With just three weeks remaining, anticipation builds for Hi & Fi Asia-China 2025, Asia's premier trade platform for health ingredients and food innovation. The landmark event, taking place June 24-26 at Shanghai's National Exhibition and Convention Center (NECC), promises to deliver groundbreaking innovations, critical market insights, and unparalleled networking opportunities for the global food and nutrition industry. Awards Spotlight: Final Days for Fi Innovation Submissions The inaugural Fi Innovation Awards program enters its final submission phase, with the June 8 deadline fast approaching. Open to both exhibitors and non-exhibitors, the awards recognize excellence across three key categories: Fi Technology Innovation Awards Fi Health Innovation Awards Fi Sustainable Innovation Awards The Awards will be judged by an esteemed panel of industry experts, including Annie Liu (Innova Market Insights), Dr. Lei Li (Shanghai Jiao Tong University), Jianqiang Bao (Shanghai Food Additives Association), Dr. Vetamur Krishnakumar (Giract), Rusong Li (Solidaridad), and Tao Zhang (Daofoods). These distinguished judges bring decades of combined experience across health ingredients, food technology, and sustainable innovation. Global Knowledge Exchange: Bilingual Forum Lineup This year's conference program features four bilingual forums designed to bridge industry knowledge: Specialized Innovation Tour Innova Market Insights will lead the popular "Beauty Walk" tour, showcasing breakthrough nutricosmetic innovations from featured exhibitors including Givaudan (Booth 41F40) and Synceres Biosciences (Booth 21D45). Brazil Takes Important Stage The Brazil Theme Day on June 25 will highlight South America's growing influence in nutraceuticals. Enhanced International Attendee Program Recognizing growing global participation, organizers have expanded benefits for overseas visitors: Guide in China – A comprehensive digital handbook covering: Registration & Participation With over 500 exhibitors and 15,000 attendees expected, early registration is strongly encouraged. About Hi & Fi Asia-China Now in its 26th edition, Hi & Fi Asia-China is the definitive marketplace for food ingredients, health innovations and sustainable solutions in Asia. The event is organized by Informa Markets, a global leader in B2B events and digital services.
Yahoo
05-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Countdown Begins: Hi & Fi Asia-China 2025 To Unveil Industry Breakthroughs In 20 Days
SHANGHAI, June 5, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- With just three weeks remaining, anticipation builds for Hi & Fi Asia-China 2025, Asia's premier trade platform for health ingredients and food innovation. The landmark event, taking place June 24-26 at Shanghai's National Exhibition and Convention Center (NECC), promises to deliver groundbreaking innovations, critical market insights, and unparalleled networking opportunities for the global food and nutrition industry. Awards Spotlight: Final Days for Fi Innovation Submissions The inaugural Fi Innovation Awards program enters its final submission phase, with the June 8 deadline fast approaching. Open to both exhibitors and non-exhibitors, the awards recognize excellence across three key categories: Fi Technology Innovation Awards Fi Health Innovation Awards Fi Sustainable Innovation Awards The Awards will be judged by an esteemed panel of industry experts, including Annie Liu (Innova Market Insights), Dr. Lei Li (Shanghai Jiao Tong University), Jianqiang Bao (Shanghai Food Additives Association), Dr. Vetamur Krishnakumar (Giract), Rusong Li (Solidaridad), and Tao Zhang (Daofoods). These distinguished judges bring decades of combined experience across health ingredients, food technology, and sustainable innovation. Global Knowledge Exchange: Bilingual Forum Lineup This year's conference program features four bilingual forums designed to bridge industry knowledge: Sports Nutrition Breakthroughs (Hosted with ISSN) featuring Dr. Johan Thuvander of NHITEK Global Trade Pathways with latest EUDR and CSDDD compliance strategies Omega-3 Market Deep Dive led by GOED's Ellen Schutt Sustainable Ingredient Sourcing with Solidaridad experts Specialized Innovation Tour Innova Market Insights will lead the popular "Beauty Walk" tour, showcasing breakthrough nutricosmetic innovations from featured exhibitors including Givaudan (Booth 41F40) and Synceres Biosciences (Booth 21D45). Brazil Takes Important Stage The Brazil Theme Day on June 25 will highlight South America's growing influence in nutraceuticals. Enhanced International Attendee Program Recognizing growing global participation, organizers have expanded benefits for overseas visitors: Complimentary services including visa support Exhibitor and exhibit catalogs valued at￥200 2 free lunch vouchers VIP lounge access Limited-edition Chinese souvenir (￥50 value) Guide in China – A comprehensive digital handbook covering: Transportation tips (airport transfers, public transit) Payment solutions (Alipay/WeChat setup guide) Cultural recommendation (business customs, dining tips) Registration & Participation With over 500 exhibitors and 15,000 attendees expected, early registration is strongly encouraged. Event registration: Awards submission: About Hi & Fi Asia-China Now in its 26th edition, Hi & Fi Asia-China is the definitive marketplace for food ingredients, health innovations and sustainable solutions in Asia. The event is organized by Informa Markets, a global leader in B2B events and digital services. Media Contact:Sini Bai+86 21 3339 View original content: SOURCE Hi & Fi Asia-China
