South Korea

South Korea’s Lotte Joins EMD Trade Alliance

South Korean retailer Lotte has joined the EMD - European Marketing Distribution trade alliance 'with immediate effect', the Swiss group has announced.

Climate Change Puts South Korea's Beloved Cabbage Dish Kimchi At Risk

South Korea's famous kimchi is falling victim to climate change, with scientists, farmers and manufacturers saying the quality and quantity of the napa cab...

E-Commerce Market Continues To Soar In South Korea

The e-commerce market in South Korea is set to reach a value of KRW222.1 trillion (€149.9 billion) by 2028, growing at a CAGR of 7.8% over the next fo...

Personalised Nutrition Market Hits New Heights In Japan

Demand for personalised nutrition continues to rise in Japan, according to GlobalData, with 38% of Japanese consumers stating that they are either 'always'...

Coca-Cola Launches Limited-Edition K-WAVE Zero Sugar For K-Pop Fans

Coca‑Cola has launched a limited-edition flavour K-WAVE Zero Sugar drink and a suite of music-focused digital and IRL experiences for K-Pop fans.

Could Label-Free PET Packaging Usher In A Recycling Revolution?

Amidst an increasing backlash against flexible plastics, due the challenges involved in recycling these materials, some manufacturers are looking to labell...

Philip Morris Extends Collaboration With South Korea's KT&G

Philip Morris International has announced a long-term collaboration with South Korean tobacco and nicotine manufacturer, KT&G.

Ocado Partners With Lotte Shopping In South Korea

Online supermarket and technology group Ocado has announced a partnership with South Korean retailer Lotte Shopping, which will see the Ocado Smart Platfor...