Aboitiz Foods accelerates its regional growth with the acquisition of a premier aquaculture R&D facility in Singapore, underscoring its commitment to science-led innovation to sustainably feed Asia’s growth from mill to meal.
Manila, Philippines — April 21, 2026 — Aboitiz Foods, through Gold Coin Management Holdings Pte. Ltd., has acquired a Singapore-based aquaculture research and development (“R&D”) facility from Adisseo Asia Pacific Pte. Ltd strengthening its science-led capabilities to better serve customers across Asia Pacific.
Located at the Singapore Food Agency’s Marine Aquaculture Centre on St. John’s Island, Singapore, the facility is equipped with advanced recirculating aquaculture systems. These state-of-the-art systems enable controlled trials, digestibility studies, and performance validation under rigorous monitoring, significantly enhancing Aboitiz Foods’ ability to deliver evidence-based nutrition and high-performance solutions for aqua species.
Tristan Aboitiz, President and CEO at Aboitiz Foods, commented:
“Our focus remains on strengthening the core of our agribusiness. Deepening our R&D capability ensures that the solutions we bring to market are proven in practice and responsive to the operational realities our customers face.”
As aquaculture producers face increasing pressure to improve efficiency, resilience, and environmental performance, the company views enhanced R&D capability as a critical enabler of sustainable growth and long-term customer value.
This development also supports Aboitiz Foods’ Project Eureka, its R&D initiative focused on advancing aquaculture and multi-species innovation through scientific trials and data-driven insights to support product development and growth. This enhances Aboitiz Foods’ robust portfolio of aquaculture feeds for shrimp and key species like tilapia, milkfish, pangasius, and seabass.
The move builds on Aboitiz Foods’ disciplined approach to expanding in high-growth segments across the region, following its earlier acquisition of Diasham Resources in January this year.
Frequently Asked Questions
1: What is this article about?
This article announces the acquisition of a Singapore-based aquaculture research and development facility by Aboitiz Foods through its subsidiary Gold Coin Management Holdings. The facility, located at Singapore Food Agency’s Marine Aquaculture Centre on St. John’s Island, is equipped with advanced recirculating systems designed to support controlled trials, digestibility studies, and evidence-based nutrition development for aqua species across Asia Pacific.
2: Where is the acquired aquaculture R&D facility and what makes it significant?
The facility is located at the Singapore Food Agency’s Marine Aquaculture Centre on St. John’s Island, Singapore. It is equipped with state-of-the-art recirculating aquaculture systems that enable controlled trials, digestibility studies, and rigorous performance validation. Situated in a globally recognized innovation hub, the facility positions the company to develop practical, science-backed aqua feed solutions tailored to the real operational needs of farmers across Asia Pacific.
3: How does this acquisition support aquaculture farmers in the region?
The acquisition enhances the ability to develop evidence-based nutrition and high-performance feed solutions for aqua species including shrimp, tilapia, milkfish, pangasius, and seabass. By conducting on-site trials and gathering data closer to real farming conditions, the company can provide solutions that directly improve feed efficiency, animal health, and harvest outcomes — helping farmers operate more resiliently and sustainably in an increasingly demanding environment.
4: What is Project Eureka and how does this facility support it?
Project Eureka is the company’s dedicated R&D initiative focused on advancing aquaculture and multi-species innovation through scientific trials and data-driven insights. The Singapore facility directly strengthens this initiative by providing a physical research environment where product development can be validated through controlled experiments. This bridges the gap between laboratory science and practical field application, supporting both existing product lines and future innovations.
5: How does this acquisition fit into the company’s broader regional strategy?
This acquisition follows the earlier acquisition of Diasham Resources in January 2026 and is part of a disciplined strategy to build higher-value, science-led capabilities across Asia Pacific. By investing in R&D infrastructure and specialty nutrition expertise, the company is evolving from a volume-focused feed producer into a knowledge-driven agribusiness that can deliver more targeted, premium solutions — reinforcing its long-term role in sustainably feeding Asia’s growth.
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