Songkla Canning has been rebranded as i-Tail Corporation, which now serves as the dedicated entity for all pet-related activities under Thai Union.

BANGKOK – On September 2, 2021, Songkla Canning Public Company Limited (SCC), a subsidiary of Thai Union Group, unveiled its transformation into i-Tail Corporation Public Company Limited (ITC), marking its new role as the dedicated entity for Thai Union’s pet care ventures. This rebranding and strategic shift, effective immediately, signifies the company's transition from its original focus. Thiraphong Chansiri, CEO of Thai Union Group, highlighted the evolution of i-Tail Corporation as a testament to the robust growth of the company's PetCare division. He pointed out the significant role this sector has played, especially in light of the increased time pet owners are spending at home with their pets due to the COVID-19 pandemic, as reflected in the company's strong performance in the second quarter. With this change, the former SCC (now ITC) facility is set to specialize in pet food production, while the production of food for human consumption will be relocated to other facilities within the Thai Union network. This move is part of a broader strategy to bolster the PetCare division's future growth through innovation and nutritional enhancements in its product offerings. The Global PetCare Innovation (GPCI) and Global Innovation Centre (GIC) are at the forefront of this initiative, focusing on the development and validation of innovative solutions aimed at improving the health and longevity of pets. ABOUT THAI UNION GROUP For over four decades, Thai Union Group PCL has established itself as a leading global seafood provider, committed to delivering high-quality, nutritious, delicious, and innovative seafood products worldwide. With a reputation as a top seafood producer and one of the largest producers of shelf-stable tuna products, Thai Union boasts annual sales surpassing THB 132.4 billion (approximately US$ 4.2 billion) and employs a global workforce of over 44,000 individuals dedicated to pioneering sustainable and innovative seafood solutions. The company's extensive brand portfolio features internationally recognized brands such as Chicken of the Sea, John West, Petit Navire, Parmentier, Mareblu, King Oscar, and Rügen Fisch, alongside prominent Thai brands like SEALECT, Fisho, Qfresh, Monori, Bellotta, and Marvo, and includes ingredient and supplement brands such as UniQ™BONE, UniQ™DHA, and ZEAvita. Thai Union's commitment to innovation and sustainability is underscored by its membership in the United Nations Global Compact and its role as a founding member of the International Seafood Sustainability Foundation (ISSF). The company's SeaChange® sustainability strategy, introduced in 2015, reflects its ongoing dedication to responsible practices, a commitment that has been recognized through its consistent listing on the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices (DJSI) for seven consecutive years as of 2020, and its ranking as the second in the world on the Food Products Industry Index. Additionally, Thai Union has been included in the FTSE4Good Emerging Index for five consecutive years as of 2020.