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2022
Young & Young Trading in Canada Joins Oriental Merchant Group of Companies
Oriental Merchant Pty Ltd has expanded into East Canada, with Young & Young Trading in Canada becoming part of the successful Oriental Merchant Group.
2020
Opening of New Warehouse and Offices in the Netherlands
Oriental Merchant (Europe) opened a new 30,000 sqm warehouse with 45,000 pallet capacity in Oss, the Netherlands serving over 30 European countries.
2019
Establishment of Oriental Merchant Pty Ltd (Japan Branch)
Oriental Merchant Pty Ltd expanded its sourcing capability to Japan with the establishment of Oriental Merchant Pty Ltd (Japan Branch).
2019
Merger with Lekiu Importing in Canada
Oriental Merchant Pty Ltd entered the North American continent with the merger of Lekiu Importing, forming a new entity, Lekiu Distributors Ltd.
2018
Acquisition of NIVO in Europe
Oriental Merchant (Europe) expanded its operation in Europe with the acquisition of NIVO.
2018
GMP and HACCP Certification in New Zealand
Oriental Merchant (NZ) Ltd achieved Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) and Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) Certification in New Zealand to meet the requirements of Codex Alimentarius Alinorm: 2003/13A (HACCP) for effective control of food safety.
2018
Opening of New Warehouse and Office in New Zealand
Oriental Merchant (NZ) Ltd opened a new warehouse and office in Auckland, New Zealand.
2016
Launch of Culinary Hub in Australia
Oriental Merchant Pty Ltd set up the Culinary Hub to educate and inspire food lovers on authentic Asian cooking through collaborating with like-minded individuals such as chefs, media and trade partners.
2014
First Supply to mainstream retailers in Europe
Oriental Merchant (Europe) entered mainstream retail market supply chain in Europe.
2012
AEO Certification in Europe
Oriental Merchant (Europe) achieved Authorized Economic Operator (AEO) Certification to enhance international supply chain security and assure legitimate trading is facilitated.
2012
HACCP Certification in Europe
Oriental Merchant (Europe) achieved Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) Certification to meet the international standards for effective control of food safety.
2012
Teams Up with Asian Inspirations
Oriental Merchant Pty Ltd teams up with Asian Inspirations to open the gateway of authentic Asian cuisines to food lovers by sharing trustworthy Asian recipes and creating the cutting-edge experience.
2010
First Supply to Food Service in Europe
Oriental Merchant (Europe) entered food service supply chain in Europe.
2008
SKAL Certification in Europe
Oriental Merchant (Europe) achieved SKAL Certification for the importing and trading of organic products.
2007
Joining APCO in Australia
Oriental Merchant Pty Ltd becomes a member of The Australian Packaging Covenant Organization (APCO) to reduce the harmful impact of packaging on the Australian environment.
2006
First Supply to Food Service in New Zealand
Oriental Merchant (NZ) entered food service supply chain in New Zealand.
2005
Merger of Kaitak BV into Oriental Merchant Europe
Oriental Merchant Pty Ltd expanded its global footprint through the merger with Kaitak BV, forming Oriental Merchant Europe. Office and warehouse have been set up in the Netherlands.
2004
GMP and HACCP Certification in Australia
Oriental Merchant Pty Ltd achieved Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) and Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) Certification in Australia to meet the requirements of Codex Alimentarius Alinorm: 2003/13A (HACCP) for effective control of food safety.
2002
Establishment of Oriental Merchant (Europe) Ltd in the United Kingdom
Oriental Merchant Pty Ltd entered the European continent with the formation of Oriental Merchant (Europe) Ltd in the United Kingdom.
2001
First Supply to Mainstream Supermarkets in New Zealand
Oriental Merchant (NZ) Ltd entered mainstream retail market supply chain in New Zealand.
2000
Establishment of Oriental Merchant (NZ) Ltd
Oriental Merchant Pty Ltd began its global journey in New Zealand, forming Oriental Merchant (NZ) Ltd.
2000
First Supply to Food Service in Australia
Oriental Merchant Pty Ltd entered food service supply chain in Australia.
1998
First Supply to Metcash and IGA Supermarkets in Australia
Oriental Merchant Pty Ltd commenced supply to Metcash and IGA Supermarkets in Australia.
1995
First Purpose-built Warehouse
Oriental Merchant Pty Ltd constructed its first purpose-built warehouse in Laverton North, Victoria, Australia.
1993
First Supply to Coles Supermarkets in Australia
Oriental Merchant Pty Ltd commenced national supply to Coles Supermarkets in Australia.
1990
Launch of Asian Foods Category in Safeway Supermarkets
With the rising awareness of Asian cuisines, Oriental Merchant Pty Ltd pioneered the launch of the Asian Foods Category with Safeway Supermarkets in Victoria, Australia.
1990
Incorporation of Oriental Merchant Pty Ltd
Hong Oriental Food merged with China Merchants, forming Oriental Merchant Pty Ltd. Since then, Oriental Merchant Pty Ltd has expanded its operation to encompass wholesale, distribution and the marketing of authentic Asian groceries.
1988
First Supply to Safeway Supermarkets in Australia
Hong Oriental Food commenced supply to Safeway Supermarkets in Victoria, Australia, being the first Asian supplier to any Australian mainstream supermarket at the time.
1975
Incorporation of Hong Oriental Food
The Yiu family of grocers from Hong Kong opened their business on Little Bourke Street (Melbourne, Victoria, Australia), namely Hong Oriental Food, as one of the pioneers in the 20th century that introduced the trade of Asian groceries to Australia.
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