Integrating for Efficiency. Aboitiz Foods’ newest 3.8-hectare feed mill in Long An, Vietnam, incorporates the latest technology and equipment and began its operations in 2024.
LONG AN, VIETNAM – Aboitiz Foods, a leading integrated food and agribusiness company, has inaugurated its latest and most advanced feed mill in Long An, Vietnam. With an investment of $45 million, this state-of-the-art facility is the company’s largest investment in the country to date, solidifying its commitment to growing its footprint in Vietnam and across Southeast Asia.
The Gold Coin Long An Feed Mill spans 3.8 hectares and features cutting-edge Industry 4.0 technology and a modern laboratory, capable of producing 300,000 metric tons of livestock and animal nutrition feed annually. This state-of-the-art facility replaces the Dong Nai mill and complements our fully operational Binh Duong plant, bringing Aboitiz Foods’ total feed production capacity in Vietnam to 1.1 million metric tons. It plays a crucial role in meeting the growing demand for high-quality animal nutrition in southern Vietnam.
Tristan Aboitiz, Aboitiz Foods President and Chief Executive Officer addressed stakeholders at the opening ceremony of the Gold Coin Long An Feed Mill on September 26, 2024.
“This inauguration is a significant milestone not only for Aboitiz Foods and our Gold Coin Feed-Agribusiness Division but the entire Aboitiz Group,” said Tristan Aboitiz, Aboitiz Foods President and CEO. ”Vietnam is a key market of ours and this new facility reinforces our strong position in the country and marks a significant step in building our regional feed platform.”
Situated near a long river route with a private port, the feed mill facilitates efficient trade of finished goods and raw materials, reducing customers’ time and costs. This strategic location enhances food supply and safety chains for central, southern, and Mekong Delta provinces, supporting sustainable growth and employment and ultimately contributing to the economy of Long An province.
In a press conference, Eric Nojac (left), Aboitiz Foods Business CEO, and Tristan Aboitiz (right) discussed the feed mill’s contribution to serving the growing animal nutrition market in Vietnam.
“This state-of-the-art facility embodies our commitment to Vietnam and the region,” said Eric Nojac, Business CEO of Aboitiz Foods. “Through this feed mill, we will continue to lead in the agribusiness space, delivering top-quality products and solutions that contribute to the country’s progress and prosperity.”
As Aboitiz Foods continues to expand its operations in Vietnam, the company remains committed to nurturing the future of agribusiness across Asia through innovative feed solutions and strong partnerships with local communities.
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About Aboitiz Foods
ABOITIZ FOODS is an integrated regional food and agribusiness company driven by its massive transformative purpose, “Sustainably Feeding Asia’s Growth from Mill to Meal.” The company is committed to growing sustainably alongside Asia’s evolving needs.
As one of Asia’s largest privately-owned food and agribusiness companies, Aboitiz Foods operates across eight countries: the Philippines, Singapore, China, Vietnam, Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, and Brunei. Through its subsidiaries, Pilmico and Gold Coin, Aboitiz Foods integrates the value chain, from trading, feeds, specialty nutrition, and food. By leveraging world-class technology and expertise, Aboitiz Foods delivers quality products and services to its customers.
In its journey moving forward, advancing business and communities is how the Aboitiz Group will drive change for a better world, with Aboitiz Foods upholding its promise: “Together we nourish the future.”
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does Aboitiz Foods Business CEO Eric Nojac say about the feed mill’s role in the company’s Vietnam strategy?
Nojac described the Long An facility as embodying the company’s commitment to Vietnam and the region. He emphasized that through this feed mill, Aboitiz Foods will continue to lead in the agribusiness space by delivering top-quality products and solutions that contribute to the country’s progress – reflecting a long-term view of Vietnam as a key strategic market for the group.
What are the key specifications of the Gold Coin Long An Feed Mill, and how does it compare to Aboitiz Foods’ other Vietnam facilities?
The Gold Coin Long An Feed Mill spans 3.8 hectares and incorporates Industry 4.0 technology and a modern laboratory, with an annual production capacity of 300,000 metric tons of livestock and animal nutrition feed. It replaces the Dong Nai mill and complements the fully operational Binh Duong plant, raising Aboitiz Foods’ total feed production capacity in Vietnam to 1.1 million metric tons.
What is the total investment in the Long An facility, and what does it represent for Aboitiz Foods’ operations in Vietnam?
The investment amounts to $45 million, making it the largest single investment Aboitiz Foods has made in Vietnam to date. The inauguration was described by Aboitiz Foods President and CEO Tristan Aboitiz as a significant milestone not only for Gold Coin’s Feed-Agribusiness Division but for the entire Aboitiz Group’s regional strategy.
What strategic advantage does the Long An mill’s location along a river route provide?
Situated near a long river route with a private port, the facility facilitates efficient trade of finished goods and raw materials, reducing transportation time and costs for customers. This location also strengthens food supply and safety chains across central, southern, and Mekong Delta provinces, the regions where demand for quality animal nutrition is highest.
How does the Long An mill contribute to local economic development in the province?
The facility supports sustainable growth and employment in Long An province. By operating a major agribusiness facility in the area, Aboitiz Foods generates direct employment, drives logistics and supply chain activity, and positions Long An as a node in the regional animal nutrition supply chain serving southern Vietnam.
