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HONG KONG, Sept. 12, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The sixth edition of ReThink HK is taking place at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC) from 11 to 12 September 2025. The event will feature 150+ sessions across nine themed theatres and stages, alongside a Sustainable Solutions Expo showcasing approximately 300 exhibiting companies. With over 500 sustainable leaders speakers and a record-breaking 10,000 attendees from all over the world, the conference provides strategic frameworks to help businesses achieve net-zero goals and emphasise the importance of cross-industry collaboration.
"Achieving net-zero and restoring ecosystems demands collective action. ReThink HK unites world-class partners to inspire thousands and lay the foundation for Hong Kong's sustainable economic future. Our mission is clear: unite to turn these global challenges into opportunities for innovation and growth" said Mr Chris Brown, Founder and CEO of ReThink HK.
ReThink HK Announces Strategic Expansion of Events
ReThink HK introduces its first CFO Breakfast Roundtable, held in collaboration with Accounting for Sustainability and Swire Pacific. Similarly, the first in a series of Sustainability Leadership Lunch Roundtables has also been launched with the collaboration of Zurich Resilience Solutions.
ReThink HK was structured around two collaborative sectors this year: the Buildings and Infrastructure Sector with the Construction Industry Council and HKGBC, focused on energy-efficient technologies and green certifications for the built environment; and an expanded Smart Mobility and Transportation Sector, partner with CLP's eMobility Network, addressing the full value chain of sustainable transport—including biofuels, hydrogen, ammonia, and synthetic fuels.
A Collaboration-Driven Event Experience
The event experience was enriched through the co-curation of the BEC Pavilion and the BEC Climate & Nature Theatre, hosting over 60 leaders and experts to rethink how sustainability and biodiversity can be intertwined.
"BEC's sixth year of partnership with ReThink HK highlights our ongoing commitment to transforming Hong Kong's business landscape towards a net-zero economy. We bring together members to share best practices and reshape green business models, amplifying net-zero benefits that uplift industries and foster a more sustainable community" stated Mr Simon Ng, Chief Executive Officer of BEC.
This year, ReThink HK's prominent sponsors include Amazon Web Services (AWS), MTR Corporation Limited, Schneider Electric, Siemens Limited, Swire Properties, ERM Hong Kong Limited, Ernst & Young Group Limited, Hang Lung Properties, and many more.
Discovering Key Insights and Shaping Future Perspectives
ReThink HK featured nine thematic theatres, workshops, and roundtable discussions that convened top experts to advance sustainability dialogue. Roundtables addressed diverse topics—from supporting female leaders and carers to SME sustainability actions and green skills development.
The event also showcased global innovations through dedicated pavilions hosted by international partners, including BEC, Canadian, CIC Green Product, Japanese, IFMA, NGO, Start-Up, Social Enterprise and Swedish Pavilions, offering a wide spectrum of sustainable solutions and perspectives.
Gearing Up for ReThink HK 2026
Seeing the success and enthusiasm of previous ReThink HK cohorts, the event will return for its seventh year on 10-11 September 2026 at Hall 1 of the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. For the upcoming year, ReThink HK will enhance the experience with a broader selection of exhibitors, cutting-edge solutions, and a wide range of unique conference topics. By uniting business leaders, sustainability practitioners, and thought leaders from around the world, ReThink HK remains dedicated to driving meaningful change towards a brighter, greener, and more sustainable future.
About ReThink HK
ReThink HK is a unique annual event that helps organisations align sustainable business practices at every stage of their value chain, showcases innovation and solutions accelerating sustainable transformation. ReThink unites the ecosystem so all stakeholders and communities can contribute to and look forward to a climate-smart and equitable city, for everyone. All delegate fees contribute to funding local impact projects with Hong Kong charities.
For ReThink HK 2025 Event Programme, please visit: https://rethink-event.com/conference/
For more event information, please visit ReThink HK's website: https://rethink-event.com/.
About ReThink Foundation
The ReThink Foundation serves as a platform for rethinking how Hong Kong's NGOs can harness partnerships to maximize collective social impact. Through their leading initiative, the ReThink NGOs Program, the foundation empowers NGOs to leverage strategic partnerships, offering a funding and fellowship programme for chosen highly-impactful partnership-focused NGO projects. All proceeds generated from the ReThink HK 2024 delegate pass sales will contribute to support and fund the ReThink NGOs Program. From their flagship event, ReThink HK, to the foundation's ReThink NGOs program, the ethos of collaboration lies in the heart of all initiatives.
For more details, please visit ReThink Foundation's website https://rethink-foundation.org/.
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ReThink HK 2025: Forging a Path for Sustainability in Hong Kong
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SINGAPORE, Jan. 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Kerry, a global leader in taste and nutrition, today unveiled its 2026 Global Taste Charts, providing the food and beverage industry with its most comprehensive and forward‑looking view of flavour evolution. Built on research from more than 1,200 scientists, 100 flavourists and extensive consumer studies across regions, the Charts offer manufacturers a data‑driven roadmap for fast‑moving flavour trends.
This year's edition expands from six to eight categories: Refreshing Beverages; Alcohol & Alcohol‑Inspired Drinks; Tea, Coffee & Cocoa; Savoury Snacks; Sweet; Soups & Dressings; Meat & Meals; and Supplements, capturing the growing interplay between indulgence and wellness, global inspiration and local identity.
Flavour Trends Across Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa (APMEA)
The Rise of "Swicy"
Sweet‑and‑spicy combinations are surging, especially among Gen Z. Southeast Asia sees spicy fruit drinks and chilli‑laced confectionery, while South Africa showcases sweet‑chilli sauces, hot honey snacks and spicy tomato crisps.
Nuanced Heat & Global‑Local Blends
Greater Africa embraces paprika‑driven blends in snacks, sauces and grilled meats. In Australia and New Zealand, fajita spice is emerging as a fast‑growing favourite in meal kits, marinated meats and savoury snacks.
Fruit‑Forward Refreshment:
Watermelon continues leading beverage innovation across Southeast Asia and Africa. Meanwhile, mandarin is the fastest‑growing citrus flavour in Australia and New Zealand, expanding into alcoholic, alcohol‑inspired, tea and coffee formats.
Tradition Reworked
Traditional flavours are being reimagined in modern applications, from nasi uduk cheesecake and avocado brownie ice cream in Southeast Asia, to date mustard, za'atar ice cream and camel milk pistachio iced coffee in the Middle East.
Micro Moments of Indulgence
Bite‑sized, convenient treats are growing across the Middle East and South Africa, from chilli‑lemon snacks and energy balls to mini puddings and ready‑to‑cook proteins.
Healing & Functional Flavours
China continues blending Eastern and Western wellness traditions, incorporating turmeric, astragalus, aged tangerine peel, spirulina and açai into beverages, dairy and snacks.
Maximalist & Botanical Profiles:
Rich, extra‑strong milk teas, intensified matcha and cocoa, and decadent chocolate‑forward launches are rising in China and the Middle East, alongside botanicals such as orange blossom, hibiscus, rooibos and elderflower in South Africa and Asia Pacific.
Turning Insight into Action
The 2026 Taste Charts are supported by KerryNow™, Kerry's end‑to‑end digital platform that allows customers to instantly order samples, explore the flavour portfolio and receive application and regulatory support, empowering faster innovation from concept to launch.
"The 2026 Taste Charts reflect how consumers are eating and drinking today, seeking contrast, comfort, depth and meaning in flavour," said Leigh Anne Vaughan, Vice President of Product Technologies, Kerry. "It brings together sensory science, cultural understanding and real consumption data to show where flavours are gaining momentum and how they're being expressed locally. By connecting these insights with practical application support and rapid sampling through KerryNow™, we're helping our customers move more confidently from idea to product and keep pace with how quickly tastes are changing."
SINGAPORE, Jan. 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Kerry, a global leader in taste and nutrition, today unveiled its 2026 Global Taste Charts, providing the food and beverage industry with its most comprehensive and forward‑looking view of flavour evolution. Built on research from more than 1,200 scientists, 100 flavourists and extensive consumer studies across regions, the Charts offer manufacturers a data‑driven roadmap for fast‑moving flavour trends.
This year's edition expands from six to eight categories: Refreshing Beverages; Alcohol & Alcohol‑Inspired Drinks; Tea, Coffee & Cocoa; Savoury Snacks; Sweet; Soups & Dressings; Meat & Meals; and Supplements, capturing the growing interplay between indulgence and wellness, global inspiration and local identity.
Flavour Trends Across Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa (APMEA)
The Rise of "Swicy"
Sweet‑and‑spicy combinations are surging, especially among Gen Z. Southeast Asia sees spicy fruit drinks and chilli‑laced confectionery, while South Africa showcases sweet‑chilli sauces, hot honey snacks and spicy tomato crisps.
Nuanced Heat & Global‑Local Blends
Greater Africa embraces paprika‑driven blends in snacks, sauces and grilled meats. In Australia and New Zealand, fajita spice is emerging as a fast‑growing favourite in meal kits, marinated meats and savoury snacks.
Fruit‑Forward Refreshment:
Watermelon continues leading beverage innovation across Southeast Asia and Africa. Meanwhile, mandarin is the fastest‑growing citrus flavour in Australia and New Zealand, expanding into alcoholic, alcohol‑inspired, tea and coffee formats.
Tradition Reworked
Traditional flavours are being reimagined in modern applications, from nasi uduk cheesecake and avocado brownie ice cream in Southeast Asia, to date mustard, za'atar ice cream and camel milk pistachio iced coffee in the Middle East.
Micro Moments of Indulgence
Bite‑sized, convenient treats are growing across the Middle East and South Africa, from chilli‑lemon snacks and energy balls to mini puddings and ready‑to‑cook proteins.
Healing & Functional Flavours
China continues blending Eastern and Western wellness traditions, incorporating turmeric, astragalus, aged tangerine peel, spirulina and açai into beverages, dairy and snacks.
Maximalist & Botanical Profiles:
Rich, extra‑strong milk teas, intensified matcha and cocoa, and decadent chocolate‑forward launches are rising in China and the Middle East, alongside botanicals such as orange blossom, hibiscus, rooibos and elderflower in South Africa and Asia Pacific.
Turning Insight into Action
The 2026 Taste Charts are supported by KerryNow™, Kerry's end‑to‑end digital platform that allows customers to instantly order samples, explore the flavour portfolio and receive application and regulatory support, empowering faster innovation from concept to launch.
"The 2026 Taste Charts reflect how consumers are eating and drinking today, seeking contrast, comfort, depth and meaning in flavour," said Leigh Anne Vaughan, Vice President of Product Technologies, Kerry. "It brings together sensory science, cultural understanding and real consumption data to show where flavours are gaining momentum and how they're being expressed locally. By connecting these insights with practical application support and rapid sampling through KerryNow™, we're helping our customers move more confidently from idea to product and keep pace with how quickly tastes are changing."
** The press release content is from PR Newswire. Bastille Post is not involved in its creation. **
Kerry Releases 2026 Global Taste Charts, Delivering Data‑Rich Insights to Power the Future of Flavour
