An unlucky teenager got an unpleasant surprise when she opened a can of John West tuna, discovering it contained maggots, a very rare incident when it comes to canned tuna. The controversial...
Trade
Philippines Unable To Maintain EU Growth
Last year was a positive one for the Philippine’s EU tuna trade, the first year which the country had GSP+ and duty free trade with the bloc. But the first half of this year the country...
Aldi Determined To Win UK Price War
Germany discounter, Aldi, is willing to operate at a loss in the UK and has announced, “Regardless of what competitors may say or do, our price advantage will be maintained and our customers...
Calvo’s European Division Gets New CEO
Major Spanish tuna brand Calvo has appointed Alberto Encinas Lastra as General Director for the firm’s European Division. He is replacing Enrique Orge, who has been in the position since 2012...
Could StarKist’s “Presidential Campaign” Backfire?
With yesterday’s US presidential debate between Trump and Clinton fresh in mind, another election “candidate” is facing scrutiny. The “presidential candidacy” of US tuna brand Starkist’s...
Howgate Leaves IPNLF
Emily Howgate is taking a career break and departing her role as the International Coordinating Director at the International Pole & Line Foundation (IPNLF). Howgate has spoken at several...
Thailand’s EU Sent Tonnages Slip
It’s been well documented that Thai canners have been suffering from a lack of end market demand from some of their biggest regional customers, and the EU is no exception. In the first half of...
Recession Sparks Boost In Brazil’s Canned Tuna Sales
Brazil has seen an increase in canned tuna consumption during the economic crisis in the country, especially among lower socioeconomic families, as the Brazilian consumer is increasingly...
Fleet Revival A Win For Dongwon Stock
A recent bull run in Dongwon Industries’ shares means that at today’s open, stock price stands a significant seven percent higher than just four days ago. The South Korean-based company, owner...
Philippines Strengthens Bid For “Permanent” Free Trade
Nearing the end of its second year benefitting from the EU’s GSP+ program, the Philippines has shown a keen interest in securing longer-term duty free trade with the bloc. A recent meeting has...
Bangkok SKJ Price: A Market Unaffected By Slow Supply
Poor fishing and therefore slow whole round supply to Thailand is having little impact on the global benchmark market, as the skipjack price in Bangkok remains steady. Since the start of July...
Aldi US Accused Of Pole & Line Trademark Misuse
German-born discount retailer, Aldi, is being accused of trademark infringement by US tuna brand, American Tuna, over the use of a ‘Pole & Line’ mark on some of its products. American Tuna...
Fresh Tuna Steals More Sales In UK Retail
Retail sales of fresh and frozen tuna products in the UK market are continuing to gain pace, at a time when more traditional canned tuna purchases have been falling. In the 52 weeks leading up...
Only Discounters Tighten Grasp On UK Tuna Sales
Of all the major UK retailers, only Aldi and Lidl were able to increase the value share of their ambient seafood sales over the last three years, according to recent statistics. This is a...
The Continent Firming Its EU Market Grip
Africa’s vital contribution to EU canned tuna imports has grown steadily over the years, with the region continuously solidifying its crucial importance to the Union. Last year, the...
TU Asserts Social Standards Among Partners
Thai Union has taken initiative to battle concerns and pressures over labor practices within its supply chain by hosting a business partners workshop focusing directly on these issues. The...
New Ideas Needed To Stop UK Tuna Slump
It became clear earlier this year that retail tuna sales were falling at a heavier rate in the UK ambient seafood market, when compared to many other species. With a couple more months in the...
Strong ASEAN Demand Lifts Vietnam’s Tuna Value
Vietnam has seen a big growth in the value of its tuna shipments to other Association of Southeast Asia Nations (ASEAN) markets so far this year. Total tuna exports to ASEAN member countries...
TU’s John West Multiplies Profit By 5
UK based John West Foods has reported a total 2015 net profit that is a staggering five times bigger than the previous year. It thanks the higher profit margins that helped achieve it on an...
TU’s John West Multiplies Profit By 5
UK based John West Foods has reported a total 2015 net profit that is a staggering five times bigger than the previous year. It thanks the higher profit margins that helped achieve it on an...