FoodJockey matches food brands with importers in Asia-Pacific. Think of us as the Tinder for Food Trade, or Pairs in Japan. We firmly believe that everyone can export like Nestlé. We have 120 signups on FoodJockey.io - among which several Japanese brands, distributors and retail buyers. Rafael attended FoodEx and will attend again in 2024 (FoodEx is one of the biggest food trade events in the world, held yearly in Tokyo Big Sight). Currently we have helped ranging some food brands into Kobe Bussan (Gyomu Super) and we are working on other brands via distributors into COOP and Bioral (Life) and online platforms like Rakuten and Amazon Japan. Long term we would like to pitch at Venture Café Tokyo for Series A investment. FoodJockey is a hybrid between tech and consultancy.
Read moreNEW MEMBER - The English Farm
The English Farm (operated by Inkstone Ltd.) is a B2B, premium, one-on-one language tutoring service that teaches cross-cultural communication and English language skills to staff at some of the world’s most prestigious firms. Inkstone Ltd was founded in Tokyo in 2008 by New Zealander Matthew Radich. We have expanded to more than 100 teachers in 32 countries on six continents, who together speak 25 different languages. Our ability to execute at the highest level has resulted in the securing of a global contract in May 2023 with our marquee client and teaching nearly 300,000 lessons to date. This year we are launching a te reo Māori service in NZ.
Read moreNEW MEMBER - Fabrum Solutions
Fabrum, founded in 2004, leads the world in industrialised small to medium-scale liquefaction systems and composite cryogenic vessels. Fabrum has earned a global reputation as an innovator for its core competencies in green hydrogen production, storage, dispensing, and system integration. The company actively deploys end-to-end liquid hydrogen solutions globally across heavy transport, mining and aviation markets. Fabrum also has a strong presence in the traditional cryogenic markets of liquid nitrogen (LIN), liquid oxygen (LOX), liquid natural gas (LNG) and liquid air (LAIR), with a global customer base spanning animal husbandry, hi-tech research institutions and manufacturing.
Read moreMember Event - GNS SCIENCE AND JAPAN
Upcoming JNZBC Member Event - 04 September 2023
Open to JNZBC Members and their selected guests (conditions apply)
Read moreNew Member - NGAI TAI KI TAMAKI
Iwi authority with commercial interests in property, primary industries, hospitality and tourism.
One of the largest iwi developers in Aotearoa, NZ. Over 4000 homes scheduled for the next 15 years in Tamaki, Auckland with a range of tier one development and construction partners. Has black angus beef breeding program on pest free Motutapu Island. Two mussel farm operations east of Ponui Island and one oyster farm being established east of Duder Regional Park. Maintains daily visits to Tiritiri Matangi, Rangitoto and Motutapu Island with partner Explore Group and also has whale and dolphin watch experience in Hauraki Gulf located at Viaduct, Downtown, Auckland.
Member Event - JAPAN'S 'DOUBLE OPPORTUNITY' TO SECURE A MORE SUSTAINABLE FUTURE
Read moreUpcoming JNZBC Member Event - 31 July 2023
Open to JNZBC Members and their selected guests (conditions apply)
Biocommunity Kansai (BiocK) Presentation - 01 June 2023
Many thanks to BiocK for their presentation on 01 June. The presentation is available in the Members Section.
Read moreNew Member - Deloitte
Deloitte brings together more than 1,700 specialists providing New Zealand's widest range of high quality professional services. We focus on audit, tax, technology & systems, strategy, performance improvements, risk management, corporate finance, business recovery, forensics and accounting services. https://www.jnzbc.com/member-listings
Read moreAir New Zealand Announces increased Flights to/from Japan
Air NZ has announced the addition of NZ94 and NZ95 flights between New Zealand and Japan. Click on the post for further details in English and Japanese.
Read moreMinutes from 01 June 2023 Executive Meeting
The Minutes from 01 June 2023 Executive Meeting are now available in the Members Section.
Read moreSuperGrans - Gisborne Herald Article & Event Photos
A heartwarming article from the Gisborne Herald, and photos from the SuperGrans event.
Read moreNew Member - Fujitsu New Zealand
Fujitsu is a global leader in technology and business solutions that transform organizations and the world around us. We have a long heritage of bringing innovation and expertise, continuously working to contribute to the growth of society and our customers. In his latest role, Rob Purdy leads the Fujitsu New Zealand business covering all areas of financial management, delivery to customers and sales. His focus is on working with Fujitsu’s customers on transforming outsourcing and IT services. This is balanced between working with key vendors, creating goals, setting up strategic programs and utilising Fujitsu’s capability to harness Data, Analytics and AI as well as continue to underpin some of the most critical companies and Government departments in New Zealand. https://www.fujitsu.com/nz/
Read moreNew Member - STILL
STILL is creating a community of remarkable businesses, ideas, and new ways of seeing the world from Aotearoa New Zealand. We work with an extreme long-term outlook. We’re interested in businesses and projects which have a positive impact on the human experience today and will continue to have a positive impact on communities centuries from now. STILL is an evolving ecosystem of connected businesses, investments, collaborations, cultural projects, and not for profits. Individually diverse, each of these entities collectively reflect our primary areas of interest: people, nature, arts and culture. https://www.still.org.nz/
Read moreAuckland Writer’s Festival Presentation by Mr Soichiro Fukutake
The Fukutake family have long been a member of the JNZBC through efu Investment (now known as STILL Limited). Mr Soichiro Fukutake will officially launch his book 'With Art as My Weapon' and speak about his life's work in using art to revitalise communities at the Benesse Art Site Naoshima, in the Seto Inland Sea, Japan.
More information is available here: https://www.writersfestival.co.nz/programmes/event/with-art-as-my-weapon-soichiro-fukutake/1489475/
01 May 2023 Event - Risk Management with Climate Change & Outlook for Supply Chains
The Swire Shipping presentation is available to JNZBC Members in the Members Section.
Read moreNew Member - Altios NZ
We help SMEs and Mid-Cap companies to expand globally through our network of 35 offices (including Tokyo, Paris, New-York, Sydney and here in Auckland) in 22 countries.
We support our clients with our extensive line of services including strategy consulting, business development, subsidiary setup & management, HR and M&A services.
SuperGrans Update
Date: Thursday, 27 April 2023
Time: 19:00 - 21:30 (doors open at 18:30)
Venue: Tokyo American Club - New York Ballroom (Map)
Price: JPY18,000 (includes standing buffet dinner and free flowing drinks)
Dress code: Business/Cocktail
Registration Deadline: Thursday, 20 April
To register for the event, please go to:
https://anzccj.glueup.com/event/japan-friends-of-new-zealand-flood-recovery-fundraiser-auction-75074/?pk_campaign=widget-event-list
Japan based Cyclone Gabrielle Relief Fundraisers - Super Grans
A group of New Zealanders based in Tokyo are organising a charity event in Tokyo to raise funds for Cyclone Gabrielle relief in badly affected Gisborne. The organisers are looking to raise funds to be directed through SuperGrans to those in need and would welcome all offers of assistance, including financial donations, items for auction on the night, and expressions of interest in booking a table.
Read moreMFAT - NZ economic performance in 2022, and future prospects →
New Zealand’s two-way trade grew solidly in 2022 as global and domestic demand showed surprising resilience in the face of slowing global growth, rising inflation, and tightening credit conditions. Read more…
Read moreNew Member - Christchurch Airport
Christchurch Airport is the international gateway to Ōtautahi Christchurch and the South Island, just 15 mins from central Christchurch CBD, hotels and attractions. As borders re-open, 12 partner airlines are expected to directly connect 25 destinations to Christchurch, with extensive trans-Tasman schedules. The airport is recognised as a global leader in airport decarbonisation. In late 2020 we became the world’s first airport to achieve the highest standard in Airport Carbon Accreditation for proven measurable decarbonisation.
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