Seafood

Trace Register and ReposiTrak Announce Alliance to Help Retailers, Wholesalers and Seafood Suppliers with FSMA 204 Food Traceability

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Thursday, April 25, 2024

Trace Register, the seafood industry’s top provider of full-chain traceability and data management services, and ReposiTrak (NYSE: TRAK), the world’s largest food traceability and regulatory compliance network, today announced their work together to advance FSMA 204 compliance for retailers, wholesalers and seafood suppliers.

Key Points: 
  • Trace Register, the seafood industry’s top provider of full-chain traceability and data management services, and ReposiTrak (NYSE: TRAK), the world’s largest food traceability and regulatory compliance network, today announced their work together to advance FSMA 204 compliance for retailers, wholesalers and seafood suppliers.
  • The fast, easy exchange of FDA-required Key Data Elements (KDEs) is now possible between seafood suppliers and the retailers and wholesalers they serve.
  • During that same time, ReposiTrak has built a network of 30,000 companies (including more than 1,000 seafood suppliers) sharing regulatory, financial and compliance documentation, as well as traceability data to meet the requirements of the FDA’s FSMA 204 food traceability law.
  • The ReposiTrak Traceability Network is the world’s first operating FSMA 204 food traceability solution, used by more than 5,000 retail locations, 2,000 suppliers and dozens of distribution centers.

Shoreline Equity Partners Announces Investment in Prime Meats

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Thursday, April 25, 2024

Shoreline Equity Partners, LLC (“Shoreline”), a purpose-driven lower middle market private equity firm, has partnered with Prime Meats, LLC (“Prime Meats” or the “Company”).

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  • Shoreline Equity Partners, LLC (“Shoreline”), a purpose-driven lower middle market private equity firm, has partnered with Prime Meats, LLC (“Prime Meats” or the “Company”).
  • Norberto Sanchez and the Prime Meats management team will continue to lead the Company and maintain a meaningful ownership position moving forward in partnership with Shoreline.
  • Mike Hand, Managing Partner at Shoreline, said, “Norberto, Daniel, and the rest of the Prime Meats team have built a phenomenal business, and we are so grateful they selected Shoreline as their partner.
  • We knew from our first conversation with the team that Prime Meats would be a great fit for Shoreline given the Company’s impressive track record of growth and our experience in food distribution.”
    Ian Garland, Principal at Shoreline, said, “Prime Meats has built an exceptional reputation for providing quality protein to the Hispanic community across the Southeast U.S. We are excited to partner with the Prime Meats team to execute on a multi-faceted growth plan which includes both organic initiatives and add-on acquisitions.”
    Norberto Sanchez, Founder and Chairman at Prime Meats, said, “We are incredibly excited to partner with Shoreline.

Nihon Global Growth Partners Submits Shareholder Proposals for Consideration at Toyo Suisan’s 2024 General Shareholders’ Meeting

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Wednesday, April 24, 2024

Today, an investor group (“the Investor Group,” the “Group” or “we”) led by Nihon Global Growth Partners Management Inc. (“NHGGP”) announced it has submitted four shareholder proposals (the “Shareholder Proposals”) for consideration at Toyo Suisan Kaisha Ltd.’s (2875.T) (“Toyo Suisan” or the “Company”) upcoming 2024 General Shareholders’ Meeting.

Key Points: 
  • Today, an investor group (“the Investor Group,” the “Group” or “we”) led by Nihon Global Growth Partners Management Inc. (“NHGGP”) announced it has submitted four shareholder proposals (the “Shareholder Proposals”) for consideration at Toyo Suisan Kaisha Ltd.’s (2875.T) (“Toyo Suisan” or the “Company”) upcoming 2024 General Shareholders’ Meeting.
  • NHGGP and the Investor Group collectively own approximately 3.8% of Toyo Suisan’s common shares.
  • We believe our proposals will help achieve this goal, and in the process benefit all of Toyo Suisan’s stakeholders, including shareholders, employees and consumers.
  • We look forward to engaging with the Company and our fellow shareholders in advance of the General Shareholders’ Meeting.”

The Fresh Market Elevates the Food Scene in Lakewood Ranch with Newest Store

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Wednesday, April 24, 2024

The Fresh Market, Inc. today opened its newest store in Lakewood Ranch, FL, marking the first store for the specialty food retailer in the city and its 48th in Florida.

Key Points: 
  • The Fresh Market, Inc. today opened its newest store in Lakewood Ranch, FL, marking the first store for the specialty food retailer in the city and its 48th in Florida.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240424184249/en/
    The Fresh Market opened its 162nd store in Lakewood Ranch, FL, on April 24, 2024.
  • “Our new store in Lakewood Ranch offers more than just fresh food; it's a place to grab a coffee with friends, enjoy a slice of Hot & Fresh pizza, or try a new smoothie,” said Jason Potter, CEO.
  • We're thrilled to be part of this community and bring the best of The Fresh Market to Lakewood Ranch, Florida.”
    To celebrate the grand opening, the first 500 guests received a customized Lakewood Ranch shopping bag.

American Seafoods, Preeminent Fishing Leader in Sustainable Proteins, Releases Annual Sustainability Report

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Thursday, April 18, 2024

American Seafoods Group (“American Seafoods” or “the Company”), a global leader in sustainable proteins and one of the world’s largest at-sea processors of wild Alaska pollock and wild Pacific hake, announced today the publication of its annual sustainability report.

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  • American Seafoods Group (“American Seafoods” or “the Company”), a global leader in sustainable proteins and one of the world’s largest at-sea processors of wild Alaska pollock and wild Pacific hake, announced today the publication of its annual sustainability report.
  • American Seafoods is the first Alaska seafood company to release its sustainability report in 2024, which further validates its category leadership in environmental protection initiatives.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240418312077/en/
    American Seafoods, Preeminent Fishing Leader in Sustainable Proteins, Releases Annual Sustainability Report (Graphic: Business Wire)
    “I am absolutely thrilled with the progress American Seafoods has made with achieving key sustainability metrics as we remain at the forefront of innovation in our industry,” said Einar Gustafsson, CEO of American Seafoods.
  • We will continue to lead on this front.”
    To access the 2023 Sustainability Report, please visit: https://www.americanseafoods.com/sustainability/sustainabilityreport2023
    Maintained 100% third-party eco-certification for all American Seafoods catch.

High-Pressure Processing Equipment Market Report 2024: Global and Regional Analysis, 2023-2033 with HIPERBARIC, JBT, ThyssenKrupp, and EXDIN Solutions Dominating - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Wednesday, April 17, 2024

The "High-Pressure Processing Equipment Market: A Global and Regional Analysis, 2023-2033" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

Key Points: 
  • The "High-Pressure Processing Equipment Market: A Global and Regional Analysis, 2023-2033" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • HIPERBARIC, thyssenkrupp AG, and JBT are some of the leading players globally in the high-pressure processing equipment Market.
  • High-pressure processing equipment systems with vessel volumes ranging from 100 to 300 liters are often considered medium-scale high-pressure processing equipment.
  • Competitive Strategy: The key players in the high-pressure processing equipment market analyzed and profiled in the study include high-pressure processing equipment manufacturers.

Gopuff Partners with Misfits Market for Nationwide Launch of 300+ Fresh Grocery Items

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Wednesday, April 17, 2024

Gopuff today launched a comprehensive and affordable Fresh Grocery assortment powered by Misfits Market .

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  • Gopuff today launched a comprehensive and affordable Fresh Grocery assortment powered by Misfits Market .
  • Today, the Fresh Grocery assortment is available to customers in most major metros with expansion to additional Gopuff micro-fulfillment centers to follow.
  • To bring its Fresh Grocery offering to life, Gopuff partnered with Misfits Market , the online grocer that reduces food waste and makes shopping for sustainable, high-quality groceries easier and more affordable.
  • With its expansion into Fresh Grocery, Gopuff has the power to help more Americans access the fresh, high-quality food and groceries they need.

ALDI Launches “ALDIgo” Checkout-free Grocery Shopping, Powered by Grabango

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Tuesday, April 16, 2024

In partnership with ALDI, Grabango has launched ALDIgo checkout-free shopping at a Chicago-area grocery store.

Key Points: 
  • In partnership with ALDI, Grabango has launched ALDIgo checkout-free shopping at a Chicago-area grocery store.
  • ALDI is the first major U.S. grocery retailer to deploy checkout-free technology in an existing, full-size store.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240416907043/en/
    Shoppers can now skip the line with ALDIgo powered by Grabango.
  • “The launch of ALDIgo is a pivotal moment for the grocery industry,” said Will Glaser, CEO of Grabango.

"JAPAN'S FOOD" EXPORT FAIR Now Held Twice a Year, Registration Open for Summer Show--June 19-21, 2024

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Friday, April 26, 2024

Visitor registration for the summer show is now open.

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  • Visitor registration for the summer show is now open.
  • For those considering purchasing Japanese foods for the first time, language barriers or a lack of market information may be a concern.
  • "JAPAN'S FOOD" EXPORT FAIR brings together only suppliers who are genuinely interested in exporting their products.
  • Visit the official website now to register for the Summer Show.

H&M Bay, Inc. Announces Northern California Inbound Pick-up Area Expansion

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Wednesday, April 24, 2024

FEDERALSBURG, Md., April 24, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- H&M Bay Inc., an award-winning premier logistics provider for less than truckload (LTL) frozen and refrigerated commodities, has just announced its expansion of inbound pick-up areas into Northern California.

Key Points: 
  • H&M Bay Inc., an award-winning premier logistics provider for less than truckload (LTL) frozen and refrigerated commodities, has just announced its expansion of inbound pick-up areas into Northern California.
  • FEDERALSBURG, Md., April 24, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- H&M Bay Inc., an award-winning premier logistics provider for less than truckload (LTL) frozen and refrigerated commodities, has just announced its expansion of inbound pick-up areas into Northern California.
  • The success in that region has led to this strategic expansion north in the Golden State.
  • The newly expanded inbound pick-up areas will include key northern California locations such as San Francisco, Santa Rosa, Yuba City and Watsonville.