Lian Hwa Foods Corporation engages in the manufacture, processing, trade, wholesale, and retail of food products.
The company’s core business encompasses the production of snack foods, seaweed products, nuts, instant beverages, and a variety of ready-to-eat and fresh food items. The company operates under a comprehensive business scope, which includes the following main activities: grain trading, canned, frozen, dehydrated, and pickled food manufacturing, sugar confectionery manufacturing, bake...
Lian Hwa Foods Corporation engages in the manufacture, processing, trade, wholesale, and retail of food products.
The company’s core business encompasses the production of snack foods, seaweed products, nuts, instant beverages, and a variety of ready-to-eat and fresh food items. The company operates under a comprehensive business scope, which includes the following main activities: grain trading, canned, frozen, dehydrated, and pickled food manufacturing, sugar confectionery manufacturing, baked and steamed food manufacturing, seasoning manufacturing, beverage manufacturing, other unspecified food manufacturing, wholesale and retail of tobacco and alcohol, and any other business.
The company’s business is organized into two primary segments: Leisure Food and Fresh Food. The Leisure food segment accounts for a significant portion of the company’s operations and includes a diverse range of snack products, such as flavored seaweed, Korean-style seaweed, seaweed and nut sandwiches, seaweed gift boxes, pea snacks, potato chips, crispy snacks, and a variety of nut-based products including pistachios, honey cashews, almonds, walnuts, macadamia nuts, and mixed grain nut beverages. The company’s leisure food products are designed for direct consumption and are distributed through major supermarket chains, hypermarkets, digital e-commerce platforms, distributors, and specialty channels.
The Fresh food segment encompasses the 4°C and 18°C product lines, which include bento boxes, stewed rice, fried noodles, cold noodles, prepared bread, soup noodles, hot pot, rice balls, sushi hand rolls, and other fresh and frozen food items. The company’s fresh food products are primarily supplied to the domestic market and are distributed through convenience stores, supermarkets, and other retail channels.
The company’s business strategy is centered on enhancing brand experience and product differentiation through the application of digital tools and the development of new sales channels. The company’s short-term business development plan focuses on strengthening brand experience and communication of product differentiation to enhance consumer experience and increase in-store purchase rates. The company intends to enhance the multifunctionality of its marketing organization and apply digital tools to improve end-to-end operational efficiency. The company is also committed to developing new online channels and actively expanding into export markets.
The company’s long-term business development plan focuses on strengthening brand equity, building long-term trust with consumers, and enhancing the company’s image as a provider of natural, safe, and delicious food products.
The company’s business strategy also includes a strong emphasis on sustainability, with the establishment of a corporate sustainability committee responsible for ESG strategy and related decision-making. The company’s sustainability initiatives include greenhouse gas reduction, water conservation, and waste management policies, with clear reduction targets, and implementation measures.
The company offers a comprehensive range of products and services across its leisure and fresh food segments. The company’s leisure food products include flavored seaweed, Korean-style seaweed, seaweed and nut sandwiches, seaweed gift boxes, pea snacks, potato chips, crispy snacks, and a variety of nut-based products such as pistachios, honey cashews, almonds, walnuts, macadamia nuts, and mixed grain nut beverages. The company’s leisure food products are designed for direct consumption and are available in a variety of flavors and packaging formats to cater to different consumer preferences.
The company’s fresh food segment features the 4°C and 18°C product lines, which include bento boxes, stewed rice, fried noodles, cold noodles, prepared bread, soup noodles, hot pot, rice balls, sushi hand rolls, and other fresh and frozen food items. The company’s fresh food products are produced using advanced processing and packaging equipment to ensure high standards of food safety and quality.
The company’s product portfolio also includes KgCheck series products, Chef HOKA soups, soup noodles, and frozen food products. The company’s commitment to innovation is reflected in its ongoing development of new products, such as the Cardina Golden Potato Chips, which utilize locally sourced golden potatoes.
The company provides multiple communication channels for customers, including a customer service hotline, website, social media platforms, and dedicated service email addresses.
Geographical Markets Served
The company primarily serves the domestic Taiwanese market, with the majority of its products distributed through major supermarket chains, hypermarkets, digital e-commerce platforms, distributors, and specialty channels.
The company is committed to ongoing investment in research and development to drive product innovation and support the company’s growth strategy. In the most recent fiscal year, the company invested NT$122,583,000 in research and development activities, with an additional NT$39,679,000 invested as of April 30 of the following year.
The company’s customer base includes major supermarket chains, hypermarkets, digital e-commerce platforms, distributors, specialty channels, and convenience stores.
The company’s customer categories include retailers, distributors, and end consumers. The company provides multiple communication channels for customers, including a customer service hotline, website, social media platforms, and dedicated service email addresses. The company also offers a supplier portal and dedicated contact points for suppliers to facilitate communication and collaboration.
The company’s product portfolio includes well-known brands, such as Genben Mountain, Cola Fruit, Cardina, Bao Kaka, Starry Sky, Wansui Brand, and KgCheck, among others.
The company utilizes a multi-channel sales and marketing strategy to reach a broad customer base. The company’s products are distributed through major supermarket chains, hypermarkets, digital e-commerce platforms, distributors, specialty channels, and convenience stores. The company invests in brand building and product differentiation to enhance consumer experience and increase in-store purchase rates.
The company’s marketing organization is designed to be multifunctional, with a focus on strengthening brand experience and communication of product differentiation. The company’s sales and marketing activities are supported by a comprehensive management system that emphasizes digitalization, lean production, and flexible manufacturing capabilities.
Lian Hwa Foods Corporation was founded in 1951. The company was incorporated in 1960.