Asia
Purina witnessing a deceleration, admits Nestlé’s CFO
The multinational’s pet portfolio increased sales in the first half of 2024. GlobalPETS dives into the latest earnings.
American biotech companies receive $36 million in investments
California-based NovoNutrients and Digestiva to scale their footprints in alternative protein.
$29 billion: the potential of the Asia Pacific pet care market
Euromonitor forecasts that the region’s pet industry will grow at a faster pace than North America and Europe. Which countries are in the lead?
Singapore pet start-up receives fresh funding
Pawprints aims to boost the firm’s operational capacity after the transaction. GlobalPETS talks to the company.
Petco, General Mills, ADM and more: new executives in the pet industry
GlobalPETS tracks the latest executive hiring activity in the pet industry from the past few weeks.
Pet food import taxes in Pakistan double in a year
Insiders raise doubts whether this fiscal pressure will benefit local players at the expense of foreign companies.
KIKA Group’s exports increased 35% in 2023
The Lithuanian manufacturer and retailer is optimistic about increasing its product portfolio and market footprint this year.
Kormotech taps into the booming e-commerce market in South Korea
The company has become the first Ukrainian pet food manufacturer to enter the East Asian market.
The role of pets in supporting healthy lifestyles for senior owners in Japan
Most senior Japanese pet owners highlight the positive benefits of pet ownership. GlobalPETS dives into the results of a new survey.
Traveling with pets on public transport: the current state of play
Some countries have recently changed the rules around allowing small animals to be transported on their public transport networks.
Japanese pet owners rely on friends’ and family’s opinions when choosing a pet
According to a new survey, these opinions are more important than advice from specialized pet stores or vets.
Will Drools become a unicorn company by 2027?
The Indian firm is the first pet company to be included in an index that tracks startups likely to reach a valuation of $1 billion or more.
i-Tail to become one of the most influential corporations in Thailand’s stock exchange
The pet food manufacturer expects to strengthen its global market position after being included in the SET50 Index.
Top Indian aquafeed player moves into pet food
The Growel Group plans to invest $11 million in developing its pet portfolio locally and internationally.
Pet Sourcing Fair China: A complete overview of the pet supply chain
The first Pet Sourcing Fair China (PSC) takes place in Guangzhou from November 5-7. This B2B pet exhibition, spanning over 50,000 square meters, will feature top exhibitors from China and abroad.
How Heads Up For Tails is taking its business internationally
After opening in Singapore, the Indian-based pet retailer will look for opportunities in the Middle East and South East Asia.
Mars starts production in Chinese pet food factory
The Tianjin plant, located 150 km from Beijing, will supply Mars’ pet portfolio nationwide.
Taiwan: new pet ID system, registration trends and vet concentration
GlobalPETS covers the latest developments in the East Asian country that are impacting the local pet industry.
Zesty Paws launches in Europe, targets Middle East and Asia
The pet supplement brand is embracing a new omnichannel strategy to expand its footprint further this year.
Pet Fair Asia – a platform that gives direct access to China’s multibillion pet market
Pet Fair Asia is the largest exhibition for the pet industry across Asia-Pacific and one of the largest in the world. Its 26th edition will take place in Shanghai from 21st to 25th August 2024.
