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Bangkok Post
2 days ago
- Business
- Bangkok Post
Department of International Trade Promotion helps US grocery chain source Thai goods
The Department of International Trade Promotion (DITP) has joined forces with leading US Asian grocery chain H Mart to expand the presence of Thai food products in the American market. This strategic collaboration aims to strengthen exports, enhance visibility of Thai brands and scale up the digital retail platform Topthai on H Mart's online channels. Speaking after meeting H Mart executives, DITP director-general Sunanta Kangvalkulkij said both parties had exchanged views on the growing demand for Thai products as H Mart plans to open three new branches this year. H Mart, the largest Asian supermarket chain in the US, has sought the DITP's support in sourcing more Thai exporters, particularly of jasmine rice, coconut water, coconut milk and tropical fruit juices. While the company raised concerns over tariffs, it remains confident the Thai government will implement support measures without affecting US retail prices. The DITP also discussed organising joint promotions through Topthai, a concept store designed to sell Thai products. Similar online Topthai stores have already been launched across more than 10 countries. From Aug 30–Sept 1 last year, the DITP and H Mart held a promotion to distribute Thai products like jasmine rice, coconut water and snacks, generating over 8.4 million baht in sales. In addition, H Mart executives have been invited to attend Thaifex–Anuga Asia 2026 to select more Thai food products for distribution and the rice product showcase in New York hosted by the International Trade Promotion Office. H Mart operates in 16 states in the US and aims to expand to 87 branches by the end of this year. The company's annual revenue is estimated at US$1.2–1.5 billion. It imports a variety of Thai goods, including seafood, frozen and canned fruits, dried fruits, jasmine rice, noodles, instant noodles, sauces, fermented fish sauce, snacks and ready-to-eat meals. Commerce Minister Jatuporn Buruspat is in New York from July 19–22 to welcome Princess Ubolratana, who will chair an event to promote "Thai Select" restaurants by harnessing Thai soft power in the industry.
Bangkok Post
2 days ago
- Business
- Bangkok Post
DITP helps US grocery chain source Thai goods
The Department of International Trade Promotion (DITP) has joined forces with leading US Asian grocery chain H Mart to expand the presence of Thai food products in the American market. This strategic collaboration aims to strengthen exports, enhance visibility of Thai brands and scale up the digital retail platform Topthai on H Mart's online channels. Speaking after meeting H Mart executives, DITP director-general Sunanta Kangvalkulkij said both parties had exchanged views on the growing demand for Thai products as H Mart plans to open three new branches this year. H Mart, the largest Asian supermarket chain in the US, has sought the DITP's support in sourcing more Thai exporters, particularly of jasmine rice, coconut water, coconut milk and tropical fruit juices. While the company raised concerns over tariffs, it remains confident the Thai government will implement support measures without affecting US retail prices. The DITP also discussed organising joint promotions through Topthai, a concept store designed to sell Thai products. Similar online Topthai stores have already been launched across more than 10 countries. From Aug 30–Sept 1 last year, the DITP and H Mart held a promotion to distribute Thai products like jasmine rice, coconut water and snacks, generating over 8.4 million baht in sales. In addition, H Mart executives have been invited to attend Thaifex–Anuga Asia 2026 to select more Thai food products for distribution and the rice product showcase in New York hosted by the International Trade Promotion Office. H Mart operates in 16 states in the US and aims to expand to 87 branches by the end of this year. The company's annual revenue is estimated at US$1.2–1.5 billion. It imports a variety of Thai goods, including seafood, frozen and canned fruits, dried fruits, jasmine rice, noodles, instant noodles, sauces, fermented fish sauce, snacks and ready-to-eat meals. Commerce Minister Jatuporn Buruspat is in New York from July 19–22 to welcome Princess Ubolratana, who will chair an event to promote "Thai Select" restaurants by harnessing Thai soft power in the industry.
Yahoo
15-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
H Mart readies arrival in Florida
This story was originally published on Grocery Dive. To receive daily news and insights, subscribe to our free daily Grocery Dive newsletter. Asian supermarket chain H Mart is planning to arrive in Florida with an upcoming store in Orlando, according to the grocer's website. While the store has been in the works for several years, the grocer posted part- and full-time associate roles for the Orlando store in early July, signalling the location is getting ready to open. Florida will be the third new state H Mart has entered in the past year as the chain expands its U.S. presence. H Mart is ramping up its presence in new and existing markets. Earlier this year, H Mart made its debut in Nevada with the opening of a Las Vegas location, Eater reported. In June 2024, the grocer opened its first store in Utah, according to The Salt Lake Tribune. Located at 7501 W. Colonial Drive, the upcoming Orlando H Mart will occupy a spot that formerly housed a Target and sits across the street from a Sam's Club. H Mart's website does not include details on the opening date for the store. Along with the Florida store, H Mart has four other locations listed as 'coming soon' on its website, with two each in California and Texas. H Mart, which has 18 stores in California, is planning to open in Dublin and Westminster. In Texas, where the grocer currently has six stores, the chain's upcoming locations are set for Dallas and Austin. According to local news reports, H Mart has plans for a store in Sugar Land in the greater Houston area. Founded in 1982 in New York City, H Mart has over a hundred stores across the U.S. Along with its store fleet expansion efforts, H Mart has also recently grown its grocery e-commerce presence, adding Uber and DoorDash as delivery partners last summer. Recommended Reading H Mart links with DoorDash Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Miami Herald
14-07-2025
- Business
- Miami Herald
H Mart readies arrival in Florida
Dive Brief: Asian supermarket chain H Mart is planning to arrive in Florida with an upcoming store in Orlando, according to the grocer's the store has been in the works for several years, the grocer posted part- and full-time associate roles for the Orlando store in early July, signalling the location is getting ready to open. Florida will be the third new state H Mart has entered in the past year as the chain expands its U.S. presence. Dive Insight: H Mart is ramping up its presence in new and existing markets. Earlier this year, H Mart made its debut in Nevada with the opening of a Las Vegas location, Eater reported. In June 2024, the grocer opened its first store in Utah, according to The Salt Lake Tribune. Located at 7501 W. Colonial Drive, the upcoming Orlando H Mart will occupy a spot that formerly housed a Target and sits across the street from a Sam's Club. H Mart's website does not include details on the opening date for the store. Along with the Florida store, H Mart has four other locations listed as "coming soon" on its website, with two each in California and Texas. H Mart, which has 18 stores in California, is planning to open in Dublin and Westminster. In Texas, where the grocer currently has six stores, the chain's upcoming locations are set for Dallas and Austin. According to local news reports, H Mart has plans for a store in Sugar Land in the greater Houston area. Founded in 1982 in New York City, H Mart has over a hundred stores across the U.S. Along with its store fleet expansion efforts, H Mart has also recently grown its grocery e-commerce presence, adding Uber and DoorDash as delivery partners last summer. Copyright 2025 Industry Dive. All rights reserved.
New York Post
05-07-2025
- Business
- New York Post
This fruit costs $130 a pop — here's why
Look at those melons! Japanese crown melons are known throughout the agricultural world as 'the king of fruits,' and Asian supermarket HMart's Upper West Side location is running a special on them: $130 apiece, marked down from $160. Hurry, because on Thursday the store at 210 Amsterdam Ave. had just four left. The muskmelons — otherwise known as the Shizuoka crown melon, as its grown in the western part of the Shizuoka prefecture — come packaged in a sleek, black gift box with gold lettering. Inside the supermarket, they're kept in lucite. 4 HMart is running a special on the king of all fruits. Helayne Seidman The big-money melons are renowned for their unparalleled sweetness, subtle flavor and silky texture. Fans of the rare fruit claim the Japanese crown practically melts in your mouth. It's some of the priciest produce in the Big Apple. Each crown boasts a T-shaped stem, which verifies the melon's 'one tree, one fruit' growing method. One melon is allowed to grow on the vine, concentrating all of the plant's nutrients into a single fruit. They also require almost constant attention. The temperature, the humidity in the air, the amount the melon's watered — all are exacting. Before they can receive the crown seal of approval, each and every melon must pass specific flavor, sugar content, appearance, and ripeness standards. 4 Loulia Gourari, 35, a doctor, was not convinced enough to leave with one of the melons. Helayne Seidman A good source of potassium and vitamins A and C, the luxury fruit begins to ripen once its harvested, and should be kept at room temperature until snack time. And even then, you need to refrigerate the melon for 2 to 3 hours before consuming. On average, the pale green melons weigh 3.3 pounds, and are larger than a bocce ball, but smaller than a bowling ball. Butterfield Market on Lexington Ave between 77th and 78th streets usually carries the melons, but are presently sold out. The store is due to receive a fresh delivery this month. 4 The T-shaped stem denotes the 'one tree, one fruit' growing method Helayne Seidman The market sells 36 melons a week, when in stock, manager Ken Williams told The Post. 'Paying that much for fruit is a bold decision,' said Dr. Loulia Gourari, 35, who stopped to take a look at HMart's crown melons this week. 'It's a nice gift for someone who has everything.' The melon is also served at Jōji NY, a sushi restaurant in One Vanderbilt. 4 HMart only had four of the succulent melons on Wednesday. Helayne Seidman The HMart price is a bargain compared to some of the websites that'll deliver the penultimate fruit to your door. They can be ordered online through Ikigai Fruits (each priced at $177 — 'with delivery') and are available for pre-order (with next day delivery) through Melissa's Produce, which charges $159 without delivery.
