Having adapted the idea of producing and selling dried fruit from Thailand, Vietnamese company Luong Gia has since gone on to surpass its Thai and Chinese competitors in terms of quality and taste, with its range of dried fruits products a hit with tourists and Vietnamese alike. Today Luong Gia exports to 20 countries, with its competitive advantages being its dedication to quality and superior raw materials - the unique tropical fruit of Vietnam. The Worldfolio speaks with Luong Gia general director Luong Thanh Thuy to learn more about the company and its international growth strategy. Ms. Thuy also explains how Luong Gia successfully adapted in the domestic market in the face of the Covid-19 pandemic and how the company is adopting digital technology to improve its production processes.
Having adapted the idea of producing and selling dried fruit from Thailand, Vietnamese company Luong Gia has since gone on to surpass its Thai and Chinese competitors in terms of quality and taste, with its range of dried fruits products a hit with tourists and Vietnamese alike. Today Luong Gia exports to 20 countries, with its competitive advantages being its dedication to quality and superior raw materials - the unique tropical fruit of Vietnam. The Worldfolio speaks with Luong Gia general director Luong Thanh Thuy to learn more about the company and its international growth strategy. Ms. Thuy also explains how Luong Gia successfully adapted in the domestic market in the face of the Covid-19 pandemic and how the company is adopting digital technology to improve its production processes.
With over 60 years of experience in the industry, Yoshida has continued to develop state-of-the-art technologies to fulfill the needs of the world’s top cosmetic brands. And many of these technologies have been used beyond cosmetics in the production of other ubiquitous consumer products. We speak to Yuzo Yoshida to find more about the innovations developed by this Japanese technology leader.
With over 60 years of experience in the industry, Yoshida has continued to develop state-of-the-art technologies to fulfill the needs of the world’s top cosmetic brands. And many of these technologies have been used beyond cosmetics in the production of other ubiquitous consumer products. We speak to Yuzo Yoshida to find more about the innovations developed by this Japanese technology leader.
With 100 years of experience, Morita has long been at the forefront of dentistry by providing state-of-the-art equipment aimed at improving the lives of patient and dentists. Having built a reputation for developing cutting-edge technology in dentistry, Morita has more recently branched out into the general medical field by leveraging on its technological expertise in diagnostic and imaging equipment. In this interview, president Haruo Morita gives more insight into Morita’s rich history and tradition in innovation, explains more about some of the company’s main products, and discusses plans for international expansion.
With 100 years of experience, Morita has long been at the forefront of dentistry by providing state-of-the-art equipment aimed at improving the lives of patient and dentists. Having built a reputation for developing cutting-edge technology in dentistry, Morita has more recently branched out into the general medical field by leveraging on its technological expertise in diagnostic and imaging equipment. In this interview, president Haruo Morita gives more insight into Morita’s rich history and tradition in innovation, explains more about some of the company’s main products, and discusses plans for international expansion.
Globally, Vietnam may not be synonymous with coffee but making it so is the task of TNI Corporation, which owns the popular King Coffee brand. In this interview, we speak with TNI’s CEO, Ms. Le Hoang Diep Thao, who discusses her company’s plans to bring King Coffee global and gives her insight into Vietnam’s coffee industry and its potential to “enrich” the nation’s economy. From her position as one of the nation’s top female CEOs, Ms. Thao also discusses the strengthening role of women in the Vietnamese economy and explains more about the innovative ‘Women Can Do’ initiative, an empowerment program which aims to support the establishment of 100,000 female-run SMEs in the country.
Globally, Vietnam may not be synonymous with coffee but making it so is the task of TNI Corporation, which owns the popular King Coffee brand. In this interview, we speak with TNI’s CEO, Ms. Le Hoang Diep Thao, who discusses her company’s plans to bring King Coffee global and gives her insight into Vietnam’s coffee industry and its potential to “enrich” the nation’s economy. From her position as one of the nation’s top female CEOs, Ms. Thao also discusses the strengthening role of women in the Vietnamese economy and explains more about the innovative ‘Women Can Do’ initiative, an empowerment program which aims to support the establishment of 100,000 female-run SMEs in the country.
EPS Group is a comprehensive provider of optimal outsourced solutions to customers in the healthcare industry. Holding 40% of the Japanese market, it serves as the ideal CRO partner for pharmaceutical companies looking to enter Japan. We speak with Chairman & CEO Hao Yan, who discusses what EPS offers its clients, the firm’s expansion plans in China and his goal to move from a CRO business to a full pharmaceutical development company.
EPS Group is a comprehensive provider of optimal outsourced solutions to customers in the healthcare industry. Holding 40% of the Japanese market, it serves as the ideal CRO partner for pharmaceutical companies looking to enter Japan. We speak with Chairman & CEO Hao Yan, who discusses what EPS offers its clients, the firm’s expansion plans in China and his goal to move from a CRO business to a full pharmaceutical development company.
One of Japan’s leading innovator in the area of oncology, Ohara Pharmaceutical aim to develop therapies for approximately 60% of the 50 types of pediatric cancer and is developing six new drugs to treat childhood cancers. In this interview, CEO Seiji Ohara explains how development of these pipeline products is driven by strategic alliances with several innovative global partners – for example, in the field of brain tumors, the company has a strategic alliance with Oncoceutics Inc. “Accelerating innovation through networks will continue to be our company's strength, and we look forward to expanding out network throughout the world to bring innovative treatment alternatives for pediatric cancer patients,” he explains.
One of Japan’s leading innovator in the area of oncology, Ohara Pharmaceutical aim to develop therapies for approximately 60% of the 50 types of pediatric cancer and is developing six new drugs to treat childhood cancers. In this interview, CEO Seiji Ohara explains how development of these pipeline products is driven by strategic alliances with several innovative global partners – for example, in the field of brain tumors, the company has a strategic alliance with Oncoceutics Inc. “Accelerating innovation through networks will continue to be our company's strength, and we look forward to expanding out network throughout the world to bring innovative treatment alternatives for pediatric cancer patients,” he explains.
SNBL is committed to freeing patients from suffering, by supporting drug development and improving medical technology. We act as exemplary moral members of our society: upholding the spirit of the constitution, observing the law, respecting social standards, and acting as intelligent individuals. As a pioneer in contract research organizations, performing safety studies in Japan, we have accumulated decades’ worth of experience and know-how, and we have grown to be the largest pre-clinical laboratory in Japan (Teikoku Databank survey). With branches in the USA, Europe, and other parts of Asia, SNBL’s strength lies in its international cooperation in the drug development process – ensuring that we can meet the expectations of regulatory authorities all over the world.
SNBL is committed to freeing patients from suffering, by supporting drug development and improving medical technology. We act as exemplary moral members of our society: upholding the spirit of the constitution, observing the law, respecting social standards, and acting as intelligent individuals. As a pioneer in contract research organizations, performing safety studies in Japan, we have accumulated decades’ worth of experience and know-how, and we have grown to be the largest pre-clinical laboratory in Japan (Teikoku Databank survey). With branches in the USA, Europe, and other parts of Asia, SNBL’s strength lies in its international cooperation in the drug development process – ensuring that we can meet the expectations of regulatory authorities all over the world.
Since 1953, Hakuzo Medical has been fully supporting those workingon the front lines of healthcare. By listening closely to the needs of medical professionals, Hakuzo supplies a range of high-quality sanitary materials for hospitals, health clinics and nursing homes, including infection control products, surgical/gauze-related products, bandages, absorbent cotton, gynecology-related products and nursing care materials. We speak with president Shunji Hitotsubashi to learn more about the Hakuzo’s products and about the company’s plans to become a pioneer in infection control in Southeast Asia
Since 1953, Hakuzo Medical has been fully supporting those workingon the front lines of healthcare. By listening closely to the needs of medical professionals, Hakuzo supplies a range of high-quality sanitary materials for hospitals, health clinics and nursing homes, including infection control products, surgical/gauze-related products, bandages, absorbent cotton, gynecology-related products and nursing care materials. We speak with president Shunji Hitotsubashi to learn more about the Hakuzo’s products and about the company’s plans to become a pioneer in infection control in Southeast Asia
A leading aluminum recycling company, Asahi Seiren draws on cutting-edge technology to develop high-quality, light-weight alloys that continue to meet the latest needs of industry. We speak with president and CEO, Yoshifumi Taniyama, who uses arteries and veins as an analogy to describe the two sides of the business. “The veins side would be our scrap procurement, bringing in the used aluminum for recycling, and the artery side is that which follows monozukuri: meeting customer requirements and adding convenient solutions for our customers.”
A leading aluminum recycling company, Asahi Seiren draws on cutting-edge technology to develop high-quality, light-weight alloys that continue to meet the latest needs of industry. We speak with president and CEO, Yoshifumi Taniyama, who uses arteries and veins as an analogy to describe the two sides of the business. “The veins side would be our scrap procurement, bringing in the used aluminum for recycling, and the artery side is that which follows monozukuri: meeting customer requirements and adding convenient solutions for our customers.”
Powdertech is a leading manufacturer of carriers for electrophotography, magnetic ferrite powders, and iron powders for disposable pocket warmers and oxygen absorbers. We speak with president Yuji Sato to gain more insight into the company and its products. Mr. Sato also explains how the company’s monozukuri focuses on “earning the trust of all areas of customers’ organizations”.
Powdertech is a leading manufacturer of carriers for electrophotography, magnetic ferrite powders, and iron powders for disposable pocket warmers and oxygen absorbers. We speak with president Yuji Sato to gain more insight into the company and its products. Mr. Sato also explains how the company’s monozukuri focuses on “earning the trust of all areas of customers’ organizations”.
