Food & Beverage
SFA launches two farm plots for tender amidst lease framework overhaul
The tender closes at 12 p.m. on 28 July 2026.
Gardenia Singapore to cut 141 jobs as production moves to Malaysia
The company will cease production at its Pandan Loop facility on 30 June.
Gardenia to shift bakery production to Malaysia, 141 employees to be retrenched
NTUC-affiliated union says affected workers will receive career and training support.
Food Empire Q1 revenue jumps 16.9% to $203.3m on broad-based growth
Russia and Central Asia drove gains as group stays net cash and expands capacity.
Kimly’s net profit rises 10.6% to $16.4m in H1 FY2026
Revenue inched up on stronger contributions from its outlet management and investment divisions.
F&N's H1 net profit slips 3% to $81.6m on higher tax expenses
A $65.8m adverse foreign exchange impact pressured the group's top-line performance.
F&B sales rise 2.3% in March
Total F&B sales reached $1.6b, whilst online sales made up 20.6% of the total.
Sheng Siong delivers double‑digit Q1 net profit growth from store expansion
Gross margin improves whilst costs rise as Singapore same-store sales gain offsets weaker China contribution.
F&N eyes up to 19.99% stake in New Zealand’s Comvita with $15m commitment
The group will participate as a cornerstone investor in a proposed equity capital raising.
Taste outranks nutrition awareness in healthy ageing food choices
Only 45.5% of seniors identified omega-3 as important.
F&B sales rebound 5.5% in February
The increase follows a 3.2% dip in January.
FoodXervices to wind down by end-April after 92 years of business
The company cited the loss of its headquarters as a key factor in its decision.
Yeo Hiap Seng retrenches 25 staff following Malaysia production shift
The company will offer affected employees job placement, career guidance, and counselling.
Singapore brewing to wind down as APBS shifts production to Malaysia, Vietnam
The transition is expected to impact around 130 roles over the next two years.
F&N names Tarang Gupta CEO-designate in 90-day handover plan
Current CEO Lim Yew Hoe will retire on 30 September after a three-month transition period.
Singapore’s cost pressures force QSR brands to slow expansion
Beyond rent, operators flagged structural challenges that complicate execution.
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