TOKYO -- Japanese canned tuna maker Hagoromo Foods is setting up a second overseas office, turning to Metro Manila as it tries to ensure a stable supply of fish and other ingredients and build closer relationships with local partners.
New office aims to bolster ingredient supply as rising costs squeeze profits
A worker arranges tuna fish for delivery inside a van in Manila. The Philippines was the fifth-largest producer of canned tuna in 2017. © Reuters
TOKYO -- Japanese canned tuna maker Hagoromo Foods is setting up a second overseas office, turning to Metro Manila as it tries to ensure a stable supply of fish and other ingredients and build closer relationships with local partners.