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Our History

From a humble family grocer on the street of Melbourne to a company with businesses in Australia, New Zealand, United Kingdom, Europe, Canada and Japan, Oriental Merchant is always committed to bring authentic Asian foods to new frontiers.

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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.

Front entrance of Young & Young Trading Co. Ltd

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.

Warehouse and Offices Netherlands

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).

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.

Lekiu Warehouse in Canada

2018

Acquisition of NIVO in Europe

Oriental Merchant (Europe) expanded its operation in Europe with the acquisition of NIVO.

NIVO Europe

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.

HACCP and GMP Certification

2018

Opening of New Warehouse and Office in New Zealand

Oriental Merchant (NZ) Ltd opened a new warehouse and office in Auckland, New Zealand.

New Zealand Warehouse and Office

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.

Culinary Hub - Australia

2014

First Supply to mainstream retailers in Europe

Oriental Merchant (Europe) entered mainstream retail market supply chain in Europe.

Oriental Merchant Supply - 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.

AEO Certification

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.

HACCP Certification - Europe

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.

Asian Inspirations Event

2010

First Supply to Food Service in Europe

Oriental Merchant (Europe) entered food service supply chain in Europe.

Food Service Kitchen - Europe

2008

SKAL Certification in Europe

Oriental Merchant (Europe) achieved SKAL Certification for the importing and trading of organic products.

SKAL Logo

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.

APCO Logo

2006

First Supply to Food Service in New Zealand

Oriental Merchant (NZ) entered food service supply chain in New Zealand.

Food Service - 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.

Oriental Merchant Office - Europe

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.

HACCP and GMP Certification

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.

Inside Oriental Merchant Office Europe

2001

First Supply to Mainstream Supermarkets in New Zealand

Oriental Merchant (NZ) Ltd entered mainstream retail market supply chain in New Zealand.

Trolley

2000

Establishment of Oriental Merchant (NZ) Ltd

Oriental Merchant Pty Ltd began its global journey in New Zealand, forming Oriental Merchant (NZ) Ltd.

Warehouse and Office - New Zealand

2000

First Supply to Food Service in Australia

Oriental Merchant Pty Ltd entered food service supply chain in Australia.

Group Dining

1998

First Supply to Metcash and IGA Supermarkets in Australia

Oriental Merchant Pty Ltd commenced supply to Metcash and IGA Supermarkets in Australia.

IGA

1995

First Purpose-built Warehouse

Oriental Merchant Pty Ltd constructed its first purpose-built warehouse in Laverton North, Victoria, Australia.

Oriental Merchant Warehouse - Australia

1993

First Supply to Coles Supermarkets in Australia

Oriental Merchant Pty Ltd commenced national supply to Coles Supermarkets in Australia.

Coles Supermarket

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.

Shopping in Asian Foods Section

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.

Oriental Merchant Building

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.

Photo Outside of Safeway Supermarkent - Australia

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.

Hong Oriental Asiain Supermarket

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