Top Food Manufacturing Companies in Malaysia

The food manufacturing industry is an essential component of Malaysia's economy, contributing significantly to its gross domestic product (GDP) and creating job opportunities for its citizens. In 2022, the industry is expected to maintain its growth trajectory and continue to be a major contributor to the country's economic growth.

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LESAFFRE3,754 +65 6849 9200

Acteur majeur mondial de la fermentation depuis plus d’un siècle, Lesaffre, 2 milliards d’euros de chiffre d’affaires, implanté sur tous les continents, compte 10 700 collaborateurs et plus de 85 nationalités. Fort de cette expérience et de cette diversité, nous collaborons avec clients, partenaires et chercheurs, pour trouver des réponses toujours plus pertinentes aux besoins de nutrition, de santé, de naturalité et de respect de notre environnement. Ainsi, chaque jour, nous explorons et révélons le potentiel infini de la levure et des micro-organismes. Nourrir sainement 9 milliards d’habitants en 2050 en utilisant au plus juste les ressources de la planète, est un enjeu majeur et inédit. Nous croyons que la fermentation est l’une des réponses les plus prometteuses à ce défi.

DANONE67,302 +65 6213 9000

Danone is a leading multi-local food and beverage company building on health-focused and fast-growing categories in 3 businesses: Essential Dairy & Plant-Based products, Waters and Specialized Nutrition. With its ‘One Planet. One Health’ frame of action, which considers the health of people and the planet as intimately interconnected, Danone aims to inspire healthier and more sustainable eating and drinking practices. To accelerate this food revolution and create superior, sustainable, profitable value for all its stakeholders, Danone has defined nine 2030 Goals, and paved the way as the first listed company to adopt the “Entreprise à Mission” status in France. With a purpose to bring health through food to as many people as possible, and corresponding social, societal and environmental objectives set out in its articles of association, Danone commits to operating in an efficient, responsible and inclusive manner, in line with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) of the United Nations. By 2025, Danone aims to become one of the first multinational companies to obtain B CorpTM certification. With more than 100,000 employees, and products sold in over 120 markets, Danone generated €25.3 billion in sales in 2019. Danone’s portfolio includes leading international brands (Actimel, Activia, Alpro, Aptamil, Danette, Danio, Danonino, evian, Nutricia, Nutrilon, Volvic, among others) as well as strong local and regional brands (including AQUA, Blédina, Bonafont, Cow & Gate, Horizon Organic, Mizone, Oikos, Prostokvashino, Silk, Vega). Listed on Euronext Paris and present on the OTCQX market via an ADR (American Depositary Receipt) program, Danone is a component stock of leading sustainability indexes including the ones managed by Vigeo Eiris and Sustainalytics, as well as the Ethibel Sustainability Index, the MSCI ESG Indexes, the FTSE4Good Index Series, Bloomberg Gender Equality Index, and the Access to Nutrition Index.

DIANA963 +65 6779 4551

Diana was acquired by the Symrise Group years ago, a global supplier of fragrances, flavors, food, nutrition and cosmetic ingredients. This page is not updated anymore, please follow the Symrise AG page for all news.

ESCO ASTER PTE LTD53 +65 6251 9361

Esco Aster is a vertically-integrated contract research (CRO), contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) founded and deeply rooted by scientists enabling fellow scientists to translate their benchwork into life-saving diagnostics, medicines, therapies, cosmeceuticals, and cellular agriculture, at affordable prices for self-sufficiency of the country.We make complex manufacturing simple via our proprietary best-in-class continuous manufacturing platforms providing a reliable and linearly scalable outcome with a track record of being used in 7 commercial human and animal health vaccines.We continuously invest in meeting unmet clinical needs by unlocking manufacturing bottlenecks for current and new platform modalities.Together, we are working on an interconnected one health approach to bring your next molecule into the clinic and life.Join us for the world we are making redefining food and medicine for the current and future generations to come.Esco Aster.One World. One Health.

IFFCO GROUP6,687 +65 6932 6900

Established in 1975, IFFCO is a multinational group headquartered in the United Arab Emirates with leading FMCG brands and a portfolio of industry solutions and services enriching the lives of millions of consumers and customers globally.Having developed global leading FMCG brands such as London Dairy, Tiffany, Noor, Rahma, Al Baker, Hayat and Savannah, supported by 95 operations in 49 countries with 80 brands available over 100 markets, IFFCO Group continues to offer unmatched consumer value throughout the Middle East, Africa, Europe, Asia, and the Americas. We believe that real growth lies in diversity. With a portfolio catering to multiple consumer mind-sets, our business is broadly segmented as: ◆ Impulse Foods ◆Culinary ◆Oils ◆Beauty ◆Agri Business ◆Packaging ◆Sales and DistributionIFFCO Vision“The Preferred Provider of Sustainable Value-Added Products and Services For Everyone, Everywhere & Every Day.”

GREENFEED GROUP398 +84 272 3632 881

Established in 2003, GREENFEED has grown from a feed mill into a fully integrated Feed – Farm – Food chain providing effective products and solutions for the industries. Our integrated 3F food chain owns:• Leading animal feed brands, satisfying the standards of ISO 22000, HACCP, GLOBAL GAP, BAP.• GF24 (Camborough®48) – a swine breed from PIC – a global leading company in breed genetic.• Clean-food brand G Kitchen with more than 100 products, including: chilled, frozen meat and processed products, has been available at more than 39,000 stores, supermarkets and distributors in Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi and other provinces. Moreover, MAMACHOICE provides clean and tasty hot-meat products in order to serve the demands of mass consumers segment.At GREENFEED, people are considered as our important asset. Finding Right People in the Right Roles is our philosophy of talent acquisition. At the same time, our leadership team and the staff share the ethic of working towards the common goals, prioritizing sustainable achievements over one-off short-term results.Company’s Mission:GREENFEED builds quality and trusted brands that relentlessly innovate and create sustainable values for customers and society.Company’s Vision: GREENFEED to become a leading, effective and trusted brand across the food value chain globally, accompanied with technological advancements.

AAK2,761 +65 6916 0320

Everything we do is about Making Better Happen™.AAK specializes in plant-based oils that are the value-adding ingredients in many of the products people love to consume. We make these products better tasting, healthier, and more sustainable. We enhance their sensory experience – by giving the silkier mouthfeel in premium chocolate, the juicier texture in a plant-based burger, and the puffier appearance in a lower-fat pastry. We can also optimize their production by substituting existing ingredients with plant-based equivalents that give better efficiency. AAK’s value-adding solutions enable our customers to be successful in a better way.At the heart of AAK’s offer is Customer Co-Development, combining our desire to understand what better means for each customer, with the unique flexibility of our production assets, and a deep knowledge of many products and industries, including Chocolate & Confectionery, Bakery, Dairy, Plant-based Foods, Special Nutrition, Foodservice and Personal Care. Our 4,000 employees support our close collaboration with customers through 25 regional sales offices, 16 dedicated Customer Innovation Centers, and with the support of more than 20 production facilities.Listed on Nasdaq Stockholm and with our headquarters in Malmö, Sweden, AAK has been Making Better Happen™ for more than 150 years.

EW NUTRITION314 +65 6735 2395

EW Nutrition is an animal nutrition company that offers integrators, feed producers, and self-mixing farmers comprehensive animal nutrition solutions for gut health management, feed quality, young animal nutrition, and more.Our mission is to mitigate the impact of antimicrobial resistance by providing comprehensive animal nutrition solutions. To turn our commitment into reality, each of our programs delivers a key dimension of our mission. By pursuing our objectives in animal nutrition, our work contributes to increasing the efficacy of human healthcare.In close cooperation with each customer, we develop tailor-made solutions to improve performance parameters and animal welfare. These solutions typically include services, products and consultancy.Customers are served directly by our own personnel in 50 countries. Our tagline, “Functional Innovations backed by Science”, is operationalized through technical support at local, regional, and global level.EW Nutrition researches, develops, manufactures, markets, and services its products and programs. Headquartered in Germany, EW Nutrition operates manufacturing facilities on 4 continents. Innovation is driven by our own research labs in Germany, with development centers in the 5 most important animal nutrition markets. New biotechnology-based solutions are upscaled at EW Nutrition’s subsidiary EW Biotech.Our actions are based on our core values: always putting the customer first, continuously seeking excellence, being curious, understanding the needs of our customers, and using this knowledge as a basis for innovation, program development, and tailor-made solutions.ew-nutrition.com

GOODMAN FIELDER2,255 +65 6357 9850

Goodman Fielder is a leading regional food company across Australia, New Zealand and Asia Pacific. We manufacture, package, distribute, market and sell a wide range of food products including bread, milk, cheese, chicken, flour, cooking oils, spreads, baking ingredients, ice cream and snacks.We boast a diverse portfolio of consumer brands that people know and love; including Meadow Fresh, Vogel’s, Helga’s, Wonder White, Praise, White Wings, CSR Sugar, Pampas, Puhoi Valley, Crest, Edmonds, Meadow Lea, Molenberg, Irvines and many more.For generations, millions of consumers have turned to our well known brands to deliver essential food items to them every day.Our leading product offering is supported by efficient distribution networks that enables delivery to over tens of thousands of outlets every day including supermarkets, dairies, service stations, cafes and restaurants.From filling your pantry to lining your plate; our products cover every eating occasion.At Goodman Fielder our aspiration is to be the leading integrated food solutions business in the Region. We are a team that believes that anything is possible. A team that understands our business and focuses on the right things that make the biggest difference and one that considers our end to end value chain when making decisions to optimize our business. We drive change as an opportunity for us to innovate and transform our business and to achieve beyond what we think is possible.

KEMIN INDUSTRIES1,790 +65 6755 1633

Kemin Industries is a global ingredient manufacturer that strives to sustainably transform the quality of life every day for 80 percent of the world with its products and services. The company supplies over 500 specialty ingredients for human health, food safety and protection of the global food supply chain. Kemin ingredients offer solutions across various industries including animal health, nutraceuticals, pet food, food technologies, crop technologies, textiles, aquaculture and animal vaccines. Serving customers in more than 120 countries, Kemin works each day to provide ingredients that feed a growing population and is committed to the quality, safety and efficacy of food, feed and health-related products.Established in 1961, Kemin is a privately held, family-owned-and-operated company with more than 3,000 global employees and operations in 90 countries, including manufacturing facilities in Belgium, Brazil, China, India, Italy, Russia, San Marino, Singapore, South Africa and the United States.

LOUIS DREYFUS COMPANY10,248 +65 6735 9700

Louis Dreyfus Company is a leading merchant and processor of agricultural goods. We leverage our global reach and extensive asset network to serve our customers and consumers around the world, delivering the right products to the right location, at the right time – safely, responsibly and reliably. Our activities span the entire value chain from farm to fork, across a broad range of business lines (platforms). Since 1851 our portfolio has grown to include Grains & Oilseeds, Carbon Solutions, Food & Feed Solutions, Coffee, Cotton, Juice, Rice, Sugar, Freight and Global Markets. We help feed and clothe some 500 million people every year by originating, processing and transporting approximately 80 million tons of products. Structured as a matrix organization of six geographical regions and eight platforms, Louis Dreyfus Company is active in over 100 countries and employs approximately 17,000 people globally. For more information, visit www.ldc.com.

INDOFOOD SUKSES MAKMUR TBK, DIVISION BOGASARI FLOUR MILLS1,505 +62 807 1 800 888

Mission:Indofood’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) programs are a mainstay of its commitment to assist members of the wider community and to make an optimal contribution to society.During 2007 Indofood as a whole developed and implemented programs based on the five basic pillars of our long-term CSR philosophy: * Building Human Capital * Maintaining Social Cohesion * Strenghtening Economic Value * Encouraging Good Governance * Protecting The Environment

FRIESLANDCAMPINA16,157 +65 6580 8100

Royal FrieslandCampina N.V. is fully owned by Zuivelcoöperatie FrieslandCampina U.A., with 15,703 dairy farmers in the Netherlands, Belgium and Germany as members. Through the cooperative, these member dairy farmers own the company. Together with member dairy farmers, FrieslandCampina manages the entire production chain: from grass to glass. FrieslandCampina provides consumers with dairy products, such as milk, yoghurt, condensed milk, dairy-based beverages, cheese, butter, quark and cream. The dairy company supplies specific nutrition geared to meet the needs of specific consumer groups, such as children, the elderly and sportspeople. Professional customers, such as bakers, pastry chefs, chocolate confectioners, chefs and caterers can also rely on our broad product range, including creams, butter, desserts and fillings. In addition, the company supplies high-quality ingredients to international foodproducers and pharmaceutical companies. In 2021, 10,564 member dairy farms in the Netherlands, Germany and Belgium supplied almost 10 billion kilos of milk for processing into dairy products and ingredients. FrieslandCampina has branches in 32 countries and exports to more than 100 countries worldwide. In 2021, FrieslandCampina employed an average of 22,961 employees (FTEs).Our company has an inclusive culture that reflects our heritage. That means people here are open, friendly, straight-forward and pragmatic. Our team players are always seeking collaborations built on trust and respect, and that spirit fuels the power of ‘We’. Our culture is about embracing the power of differences in order to grow together. It is the diversity of our people, their individual enthusiasm and collective commitment to shaping the future of dairy that makes FrieslandCampina such a special place to work. We believe that when you stay true to your nature, you will get the most out of your natural potential. If that is in your nature too. Bring your spark. Join us. Grow with us.

SENG HUA HNG FOODSTUFF PTE LTD (CAMEL NUTS)47 +65 6383 3388

Seng Hua Hng Foodstuff Pte Ltd specializes in peanuts and have been producing nut snacks under the Camel Nuts Brand since 1974. It is the only large scale nuts manufacturer in Singapore and sources and imports it’s raw materials from qualified growers and farmers for processing and distribution worldwide.The Company maintains a strong focus on quality, research and development and continuous improvement in its operational processes to bring a wider range of nutritious and tasty products to its customers worldwide.Our customer base ranges from groceries stores to institutions, factories, airlines and retail conglomerates. We have a fleet of more than twenty vehicles that distributes our quality products to more than 2,000 retail points in Singapore and across more than forty countries across the world.

BARRY CALLEBAUT GROUP8,111 +65 6486 7118

The Zurich based Barry Callebaut Group is the world’s leading manufacturer of high-quality chocolate and cocoa products – from sourcing and processing cocoa beans to producing the finest chocolates, including chocolate fillings, decorations and compounds. The Group runs more than 60 production facilities worldwide and employs a diverse and dedicated global workforce of more than 13,000 people. The Barry Callebaut Group serves the entire food industry, from industrial food manufacturers to artisanal and professional users of chocolate, such as chocolatiers, pastry chefs, bakers, hotels, restaurants or caterers. The global brands catering to the specific needs of these Gourmet customers are Callebaut® and Cacao Barry®, Carma® and the decorations specialist Mona Lisa®.The Barry Callebaut Group is committed to making sustainable chocolate the norm to help ensure future supplies of cocoa and improve farmer livelihoods.

SYMRISE AG5,901 +65 6779 4551

Symrise develops, produces and sells fragrance, flavoring and food ingredients, cosmetic active ingredients and raw materials as well as functional ingredients and solutions that enhance the sensory properties and nutrition of various products. With a market share of 10 % (2021), Symrise is one of the worlds top suppliers in the F&F market.The company’s approximately 34,000 products are mainly produced on the basis of natural raw materials like vanilla, citrus fruits, onions, fish, meat, blossoms and plant materials. Its flavors, substances, perfume oils and sensory solutions are often central functional components for its customers’ end products. These customers include manufacturers of perfumes, cosmetics and foods, the pharmaceutical industry and producers of nutritional supplements, pet food and baby food.The company has two segments: Taste, Nutrition & Health and Scent & Care.The Taste, Nutrition & Health segment is built around Food & Beverage, Pet Food and Aqua Feed. The Taste, Nutrition & Health segment uses its combined expertise as well as scientific research to offer customers and partners unique, natural ingredient-based and sustainable solutions in the areas of taste, nutrition and health.The Scent & Care segment breaks down into the Fragrance, Cosmetic Ingredients and Aroma Molecules divisions. They produce and sell fragrances, cosmetic ingredients, aroma molecules and mint aromas. The segment has sites in more than 30 countries and markets over 16,000 products in 135 countries. The combination of the segments Taste, Nutrition & Health and Scent & Care sets us apart from the competition. Through it, we offer our customers a unique portfolio, work in innovative segments and tap new markets.

TATE & LYLE3,321 +65 6335 7700

Tate & Lyles purpose, Transforming Lives Through the Science of Food, inspires everything we do. Whether it’s by making food and drink healthier and tastier; continuously improving how we work; promoting a safe working environment; or making a difference to our local communities, we believe we can successfully grow our business and have a positive impact on society. What is it we do? Simply put, we make healthy food tastier and tasty food healthier. Our work is driven by consumer health needs and trends, governments desire to build and support healthy communities, and the need for affordable food and nutrition in many parts of the world. We deliver ingredients and solutions to meet all these needs. Our speciality sweeteners and fibres help reduce sugar and calories. Our fibres fortify food and improve digestive health. Our texturants and stabilising systems help extend shelf-life and make food manufacturing easier. Across the globe, we are transforming lives through the science of food. And we need talented and skilled people to help us on this journey.

FONTERRA12,676 +65 6800 8888

Fonterra Cooperative Group is the worlds largest exporter of dairy products, a leader in dairy science and innovation, owner of a significant portfolio of brands in Asia Pacific, and a partner to many of the worlds leading food companies. Fonterra is headquartered in New Zealand, with offices in more than 40 countries around the world.

INTERFLOUR GROUP PTE LTD118 +65 6250 8626

Interflour Group brings together some of the finest flour mills in Southeast Asia with 10 mills operating in Indonesia, Malaysia, Vietnam, the Philippines and Turkey. Interflours modern mills have a total milling capacity of more than 2 million tons per year making it one of the largest flour millers in the region.Interflour is a joint venture between Indonesia’s Salim Group and Western Australian grain grower co-operative CBH Group. Bringing the expertise of these organisations together is what makes us unique, having insight from the paddock to the end user.Subsidiaries:Flour Businesses:PT Eastern Pearl Flour Mills - IndonesiaPT Golden Grand Mills - Indonesia Prestasi Flour Mill - MalaysiaSarawak Flour Mill - MalaysiaSabah Flour & Feed Mills - MalaysiaLahad Datu Flour Mill - MalaysiaInterflour VietnamInterflour Da Nang - VietnamMabuhay Interflour - PhilippinesIntermil Un - TurkeyMalt Business:Intermalt - VietnamPort Business:Interflour Cai Mep Port - Vietnam

MONDELĒZ INTERNATIONAL38,668 +65 6303 6900

Mondelēz International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MDLZ) is an American multinational confectionery, food, and beverage company based in Illinois which employs approximately 80,000 individuals around the world.Our PurposeOur purpose is to empower people to snack right. We will lead the future of snacking around the world by offering the right snack, for the right moment, made the right way.Our BrandsWe’re leading the future of snacking with iconic brands such as Oreo, belVita and LU biscuits; Cadbury Dairy Milk, Milka and Toblerone chocolate; Sour Patch Kids candy and Trident gum.Our People Our 80,000+ colleagues around the world are key to the success of our business. Our Values and Leadership Commitments of Love our Consumers and Brands, Grow Every Day, and Do Whats Right shapes our culture – what we believe in, stand for, and what guides our actions and decisions. Great people and great brands. That’s who we are.Our StrategiesWe are uniquely positioned to lead the future of snacking with strong leadership in our categories, an unparalleled portfolio of global and local brands and a solid footprint in fast-growing markets. Aimed at delivering sustainable growth, our strategic plan is centered around three strategic priorities:• Growth: accelerate consumer-centric growth• Execution: drive operational excellence• Culture: build a winning growth culture

Top Food Manufacturing Companies in Malaysia

Key Statistics from 2022

According to the Malaysian Department of Statistics, the food manufacturing industry's total value of output in 2022 is projected to reach RM 108 billion, a 4.6% increase from the previous year. The industry's contribution to Malaysia's GDP is expected to grow to 8.2% in 2022, up from 7.8% in 2021. The industry is also projected to create around 90,000 new jobs in 2022, a testament to its resilience and ability to adapt to changing market conditions.

Factors Contributing to Growth and Success

Several factors have contributed to the growth and success of the food manufacturing industry in Malaysia. One significant factor is the government's commitment to developing the country's agriculture sector. The Malaysian government has launched various initiatives aimed at enhancing food security and supporting the development of the agriculture sector, such as the National Agro-Food Policy.

Moreover, the government has also introduced policies and incentives to encourage private sector investment in the industry. These policies include tax incentives and the introduction of the Digital Free Trade Zone, which enables small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to access global markets.

Industry Growth and Comparison to Previous Years

The food manufacturing industry in Malaysia has shown remarkable growth in recent years. According to the Department of Statistics, the industry's value of output has increased by an average of 4.3% per annum over the last five years. The sector has also been a significant contributor to Malaysia's economic growth, with its contribution to GDP increasing from 7.2% in 2015 to 7.8% in 2021.

Key Trends: Technological Disruptions

The food manufacturing industry in Malaysia is also witnessing several technological disruptions that are changing the way products are produced and marketed. One significant trend is the use of automation and robotics in food processing and packaging. This approach can enhance efficiency, reduce labor costs, and improve product consistency.

Another technological trend in the industry is the use of data analytics and artificial intelligence (AI) in supply chain management and marketing. Data analytics enables companies to gain insights into consumer preferences and market trends, enabling them to develop more targeted marketing campaigns and product offerings.

Challenges

Despite its growth and success, the food manufacturing industry in Malaysia is not without its challenges. One significant challenge is the increasing competition from imported food products, which can affect local businesses' competitiveness. Another challenge is the shortage of skilled labor, which can hinder the adoption of new technologies and innovation.

Future Outlook

Looking ahead, the food manufacturing industry in Malaysia is expected to continue its growth trajectory, driven by the government's commitment to developing the agriculture sector and private sector investment. The industry is also likely to witness further technological disruptions, which will enable greater efficiency, collaboration, and innovation.

Conclusion

The food manufacturing industry in Malaysia is a vital component of its economy, contributing significantly to its GDP and creating job opportunities for its citizens. The industry has shown remarkable growth in recent years, driven by government initiatives, private sector investment, and technological disruptions. However, the industry also faces significant challenges, such as increasing competition from imported food products and the shortage of skilled labor. Nevertheless, the industry is expected to maintain its growth trajectory and play a crucial role in Malaysia's economic development. To stay ahead of the curve, the industry must continue to embrace technological disruptions, adopt sustainable practices, and work towards a more transparent and accountable supply chain.

One significant opportunity for the food manufacturing industry in Malaysia is the growing demand for halal food products. Malaysia is a leading producer of halal food products and has been recognized as the world's halal hub. The global halal food market is projected to reach USD 2.6 trillion by 2026, presenting a significant opportunity for Malaysian food manufacturers to tap into this growing market.

To leverage this opportunity, the Malaysian government has launched various initiatives to promote the production and export of halal food products, such as the Halal Industry Development Corporation and the Halal Export Fund. Additionally, the government has introduced halal certification programs, which enable food manufacturers to certify their products as halal, enhancing their marketability and competitiveness.

In conclusion, the food manufacturing industry in Malaysia is a thriving and resilient sector that is expected to continue its growth trajectory in the coming years. The industry's success can be attributed to government initiatives, private sector investment, and technological disruptions. However, the industry also faces challenges such as increasing competition from imported food products and the shortage of skilled labor. To stay ahead of the curve, the industry must continue to embrace technological disruptions, adopt sustainable practices, and work towards a more transparent and accountable supply chain. Moreover, the industry must leverage the growing demand for halal food products to tap into new markets and enhance its competitiveness.

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By Melissa Goh
Published on 19 May 2023