Shimadzu Food Summit 2024 | Asia Edition
Safeguarding A Sustainable Future For All
On 23 October, Shimadzu (Asia Pacific) proudly hosted Shimadzu Food Summit 2024 — the first-ever Asia edition — at the prestigious Four Seasons Hotel. With over 130 industry experts and key opinion leaders, the event featured an action-packed agenda aimed at fostering collaboration and driving innovation, setting the stage for transformative advancements in the Asia Pacific's food industry.
For the past 13 years, the flagship event, Shimadzu Global Food Summit, has led the way in exploring global food trends. Now, as we enter the Asian Century, the focus on Asia is timely and strategic to capitalize on its transformative growth as the largest region in the global food market.
Shimadzu's World Lab Network On Food Sustainability
At the Summit, we were thrilled to launch Shimadzu World Lab Network on Food Sustainability, which underscores our commitment to not only discuss but also actively collaborate and drive impactful change. This initiative embodies our dedication to forging a global network that connects all Shimadzu collaborative laboratories, leveraging one another’s expertise and resources to drive global innovations.
The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) Signing Ceremony featured four Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) from S&B Foods, LPPOM MUI, the Philippine Institute of Pure and Applied Chemistry (PIPAC), and Reference Testing and Agrifood Quality Consultancy (RETAQ).
To learn more about Shimadzu World Lab Network, click here.
Industry-Leading Insights Into The Latest Developments
A major highlight of the event was the keynote address by Dr. Hou XinPing, who emphasized the critical role of AOAC SEA in developing standards for food analysis, stressing the importance of the harmonization of regulations and standards in terms of food safety.
Esteemed speakers from across Asia were also invited to share their expertise on food safety and food quality. Particularly, pivotal issues such as PFAS analysis, ethylene oxide detection, mineral oil contamination, halal analysis, functional foods, and aroma analysis supporting sustainable deliciousness in food were actively discussed.
Shimadzu Future-Ready Solutions To Meet Customers’ Needs
The Shimadzu Food Summit 2024 unveiled exciting developments in food safety and quality. Sandy Nargund, General Manager of Shimadzu (Asia Pacific), presented "Untapped Solutions for Food Safety and Quality," showcasing Shimadzu's comprehensive suite of end-to-end food solutions that enable laboratories to tackle complex challenges in the ever-evolving food industry.
In another standout presentation, Sateesh Tummala, Deputy General Manager of Shimadzu (Asia Pacific), introduced Shimadzu Living Laboratory, which paves the way for Digital Transformation (DX) using AI-enabled instruments and informatics to integrate laboratory workflows from sample receipt to data management. Providing the most advanced yet practical workflow, Shimadzu Living Laboratory can effectively automate and simplify routine operations, streamlining processes for users to Work from Anywhere.
For more about Shimadzu Living Laboratory, click here.
A Deep Dive Through Exclusive Experience Zone
For a deeper dive into Shimadzu’s solutions, the Summit featured an exclusive experience zone for an immersive look at Shimadzu's state-of-the-art technologies tailored for food safety, quality, and R&D.
This dynamic space showcased live demonstrations, spotlighting how Shimadzu addresses some of the most pressing challenges in the food industry today. Attendees were welcomed to engage directly with our team of experts and explore the transformative potential of these technologies in their operations. This engaging environment fostered lively exchanges, reflecting the buzzing excitement at the event.
First-Hand Insights From Lab Tour And Workshop
To deliver the best value for our customers, the workshop and lab tour provided an in-depth look at Total Solutions for Residual Pesticides and PFAS—topics of crucial importance and key interest for the customers.
The interactive nature of these sessions fostered engaging discussions between customers and Shimadzu specialists, who enthusiastically shared their expertise and answered queries regarding the application workflows. The keen interest and dynamic discussion underscored the relevance and impact of Shimadzu’s technologies.
Our team was delighted to demonstrate how these innovations can effectively meet the evolving needs of the food industry, reinforcing our commitment to delivering cutting-edge solutions for food safety and quality.
Celebrating Event Success With A Networking Dinner
The Summit concluded with a lively networking dinner, set against a backdrop of fine cuisine and jovial ambiance. The gathering provided a relaxed atmosphere for attendees to share their experiences, discuss newfound insights, and build meaningful connections with peers and industry leaders. The dinner was not just a celebration of the event's success but also a testament to the collaborative spirit that defines the Shimadzu community.
A Pledge Towards Food Sustainability With Our Customers
As the Summit concluded on a high note, Shimadzu reaffirms its unwavering commitment to partnering with customers to stay at the forefront of food science. By harnessing the power of innovative technologies and pioneering solutions, Shimadzu continues to take the lead in shaping a future where safe, sustainable food is a reality for generations to come.
