Yili Group triumphs at World Dairy Innovation Awards 2024

A poster plugs Yili's innovation achievements. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]

Yili Group secured four prestigious World Dairy Innovation Awards presented in London, capital of the United Kingdom, on June 25.

It led its international industry with accolades for Best Dairy Drink, Best Functional Dairy, Best Manufacturing/Processing Innovation and Best Packaging Design. The awards spanned the liquid milk, yogurt and cheese categories.

The World Dairy Innovation Awards, organized by Zenith Global and FoodBev Media, are highly influential in the dairy sector.

Yili stood out from 125 nominated products across 17 categories, achieving 25 nominations and winning four awards and four commendations, reflecting the group's global recognition for its comprehensive innovation.

Awards are given out at the ceremony. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]

Dr Yun Zhanyou, director of the International Dairy Federation and vice president of Yili Group, attended the ceremony with Dr Carolien van Loo-Bouwman, senior manager of nutrition innovation at Yili's European Innovation Center.

Dr Yun highlighted Yili's commitment to consumer-centered innovation and high-quality, nutritious products.

Richard Hall, chairman of Zenith Global, praised Yili's performance, emphasizing the group's leadership in dairy innovation and the positive impact of China's advancements in dairy and food technology.

Yili's award-winning products include Ambrosial Avocado Oat Yogurt, which won Best Dairy Drink for its premium ingredients and reduced sugar content.

It's Shuhua Lactose-Free Milk, which it says is the world's first blood sugar-controlling milk, won Best Functional Dairy.

Elsewhere, Yili's Cheese Stick won Best Manufacturing/Processing Innovation, while its Ambrosial × Super Mario Bros. Movie Limited Edition packaging won Best Packaging Design.

Zenith Global Chairman Richard Hall gives a speech. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]