Brand New: Updates from Nestle, Carlsberg, Kirin and more big brands feature in our round-up

Updates from Nestle, Carlsberg, Kirin and other big brands feature in this edition of Brand New. Read more

Clean power: Nightwatch energy drink highlights all-natural ingredients for ‘new generation’ of plant-based consumers

Dutch brand Nightwatch is aiming to ride the plant-based wave in Asia by launching an all-natural, and caffeine-free energy drink for ethically-minded consumers. Read more

Soy connection: Singapore start-up Jiro-Meat looks to commercialise okara-based meat alternative by this year

Singapore start-up Jiro-Meat is scaling up production of its plant-based meat made from upcycled soy pulp, with the aim of commercialisation within the next six months. Read more

Red yeast rice impact: Kobayashi Pharmaceutical records nearly US$25m losses in Q1

Kobayashi Pharmaceutical reported an “extraordinary loss” of nearly US$25m (JPY$3.86bn) in its Q1 results due to the recall of its contaminated red yeast rice products, raw materials, and compensation of medical expenses. Read more