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Nestle: IBM Food Trust Blockchain Set to Expand to New Suppliers, Consumers in 2019
The IBM Food Trust blockchain has been underway since fall 2016, with the first product trials spearheaded by Walmart in China in December 2016.
Opinion: Meet the halal beauty brand looking to appeal to consumers regardless of their religious beliefs
Launching in the UK this June, Shade M will start with 16 shades of liquid lipstick, before rolling out a full range of beauty products.
Opinion: Why fashion brands must try harder to capture the ‘Muslim pound’
This diverse, global and super savvy customer base are increasingly characterised by a desire for conservative clothing with genuine fashion credentials.
UK has approached GCC states for post-Brexit trade pact – UAE minister
Such agreements can take years to negotiate, Sultan bin Saeed al-Mansouri said on a panel at the World Government Summit in Dubai.
UK: ‘Healthy’ Deliveroo-style app to launch in Dubai and London
Abul Rob, founder of online food delivery service Pronto Eat, is looking to claim his own slice of this growing dietary pie.
Indonesia sees US$1.6 billion windfall from Halal labelling rule
Indonesia is overhauling the Halal certification rules as the country’s Shariah economy is set to swell to US$427 billion by 2022.
UAE bans import of all species of birds from Kuwait
It has banned the import of all species of domestic and wild live birds, ornamental birds, chicks, eggs, poultry meat, and their non-heat-treated by-products.
UK: European vet market leader sets sights on Middle East and Asia
It will be formally launched at Gulfood 2019, the world’s largest annual food and beverage trade exhibition, held in Dubai from 17-21 February.
Biggest Indonesian Islamic bank sees sector riding on a wave of Halal lifestyle
The country’s Halal food spending alone was US$170 billion in 2017, the highest among the top consuming nations.
Amazon plans to launch a new Middle East marketplace
With the launch of the Middle East marketplace in the coming months, Amazon is downplaying Souq.com, the Dubai-based online retailer.
UK: IFE 2019 – A Taste of Tomorrow
Celebrating its 21st year, The International Food & Drink Event (IFE) – UK’s leading and largest food & drink event – is returning to ExCeL London 17–20 March 2019.
Research: Leveraging Blockchain Technology for Halal Supply Chains
Halal supply chains are vulnerable due to their credence quality attributes, importance of maintaining halal integrity throughout the supply chain.
Opinion: Inside Malaysia’s fast-growing Halal beauty market
“I have no grievance against halal beauty products,” she told Arab News. “But my suspicion is that the halal beauty industry is a marketing gimmick.”
UAE: Is there a role for startups in the Islamic economy?
In the UAE, Goodforce Labs is one of the few incubators helping startups across a variety of sectors in the halal and Islamic industries.
Philippines: ‘Halal is more than just recognition’
HALAL goes beyond the geographical Mindanao and other Muslim areas and is slowly becoming mainstream across all regions in the Philippines.
Saudi Arabia: Freed Saudis Resurface Billions Poorer After Prince’s Crackdown
The crown prince said a total of about $107 billion — a mix of cash, real estate, companies and securities — has been recovered from 87 people.
India: Britannia unveils new logo as ‘global total foods company’
Britannia acquired two companies, UAE-based Strategic Food International Co (SFIC) and Oman-based Al Sallan Food Industries 10 years back.
Halal claims: ingredients through to finished products
Halal certified ingredients supplying Halal certified personal care and cosmetic companies.
Opinion: 7 trends expected to shape the next phase of Halal travel sector
Here are some main trends that marketers should know about the halal travel sector to stay ahead of the curve.
Opinion: Corporate Halal reputation needs to be on the top agenda for companies operating in Muslim Markets
The Reputation Institute reported in November 2018 that nearly 84% of a company’s value is now based on reputational factors.
