{"id":5497,"date":"2025-02-21T06:21:51","date_gmt":"2025-02-21T11:21:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.packagingindustrynews.com\/?p=5497"},"modified":"2025-02-21T06:21:51","modified_gmt":"2025-02-21T11:21:51","slug":"tomkat-koolpack-expands-sustainable-packaging-solutions-in-southeast-asia","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.packagingindustrynews.com\/?p=5497","title":{"rendered":"TomKat Koolpack expands sustainable packaging solutions in Southeast Asia"},"content":{"rendered":"


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Australia\u2019s packaging company TomKat Koolpack is set to broaden its reach in the Southeast Asia market by partnering with Malaysian fresh food retailer Segi Fresh.<\/p>\n

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This initiative is part of an investment agreement with Mandalay Venture Partners to position TomKat\u2019s cold-chain packaging solutions at the forefront of sustainable logistics in the region.<\/p>\n

Segi Fresh is focused on enhancing its supply chain with technology-driven efficiencies, with TomKat\u2019s near-field communication (NFC)-enabled thermal containers playing a crucial role in reducing the use of polystyrene and ice in the distribution of fresh food.<\/p>\n

The Malaysian company aims to expand its retail outlets to 200 from the current 100 units before the end of 2025.<\/p>\n

The integration of TomKat\u2019s Koolpack into Segi Fresh\u2019s logistics network is expected to improve temperature control, extend the shelf life of fresh produce, and significantly decrease environmental impact.<\/p>\n

PKN Packaging News<\/em><\/a> reported that this collaboration is part of Mandalay Venture Partners\u2019 broader initiative to incorporate \u2018agritech\u2019 innovations into Segi Fresh\u2019s supply chain, capitalising on Australia\u2019s robust food trade relationship with Malaysia.<\/p>\n

The Australian company sees this partnership as a key move in its global expansion, following its shift of manufacturing to Chon Buri, Thailand, closer to key suppliers and Southeast Asian markets.<\/p>\n

TomKat co-founder Tom Long was quoted by PKN Packaging News<\/em> as saying: \u201cOur mission has always been to provide a sustainable, high-performance alternative to traditional cold-chain packaging.<\/p>\n

\u201cBy working with Segi Fresh, we\u2019re not only reducing waste in the supply chain but also ensuring fresher, higher-quality food reaches consumers across Malaysia and beyond.\u201d<\/p>\n

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