Thai Union has established i-Tail Americas, Inc. as its latest subsidiary.

A new entity, i-Tail Americas, Inc., has been established in the United States by i-Tail Corporation PCL, a subsidiary of Thai Union Group PCL, with an initial capital of USD 5 million. This venture is aimed at acquiring US Pet Nutrition, a firm engaged in the sale and distribution of pet food, from Thai Union North America Inc. This strategic move marks a significant step in the expansion of Thai Union Group's PetCare division, following the creation of i-Tail Corporation PCL the previous year to enhance the rapidly growing pet food sector and spearhead its further development and growth. Roy Chan, the CEO of i-Tail Corporation PCL, commented on the growth trajectory of the PetCare business, highlighting the surge in growth over recent years, particularly during the pandemic as pet adoption rates increased and pet owners invested more in their pets' care and nutrition. Chan emphasized that the formation of i-Tail Americas will enhance the company's agility in navigating the expanding domestic and international markets. He also noted i-Tail's dedication to promoting the health and well-being of pets, with Thai Union's Global Innovation Center leading efforts in PetCare innovation and product development. i-Tail Corporation PCL will own the entirety of i-Tail Americas, Inc. About Thai Union: For over four decades, Thai Union Group PCL has stood at the forefront of the global seafood industry, delivering a wide array of high-quality, nutritious, delicious, and innovative seafood products to consumers worldwide. With a reputation as a leading seafood producer and one of the top producers of shelf-stable tuna products, Thai Union boasts annual sales surpassing THB 132.4 billion (approximately USD 4.2 billion) and employs a global workforce of over 44,000 individuals committed to leading the way in sustainable and innovative seafood solutions. The company's portfolio encompasses 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 UniQ™BONE, UniQ™DHA, and ZEAvita. Thai Union's dedication to innovation and responsible global practices is evident in its membership in the United Nations Global Compact and its role as a founding participant of the International Seafood Sustainability Foundation (ISSF). The company's commitment to sustainability is further underscored by its SeaChange® sustainability strategy, detailed at seachangesustainability.org. Thai Union's efforts in sustainability have been recognized through its continuous listing on the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices (DJSI) for eight years in a row as of 2021, securing the second rank globally in the Food Products Industry Index. Additionally, Thai Union has been included in the FTSE4Good Emerging Index for five consecutive years as of 2020.