Bel Japon wins the "Company of the Year" Award at the 2025 French Business Awards Ceremony
The French Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Japan held the French Business Awards Ceremony & Shinnenkai at the Grand Hyatt Tokyo on January 30th.
This year, the "Company of the Year" Award was presented to Bel Japon.
Watch our exclusive interview with Aytekin Yildiz, North Asia Cluster General Manager of Bel Japon, as he shares the reasons behind their application and what this award means for the company.
Bel Japan, the Japanese subsidiary of Group Bel, has been serving the local market for over 40 years with iconic brands like Kiri, Laughing Cow, and Mini Babybel. Despite economic challenges in 2024—yen volatility, rising costs, and supply chain disruptions—the company achieved growth in a declining category, improved margins, and strengthened market share.
Key milestones included entering the sweet cheese segment with locally produced Kiri, launching co-branding initiatives, and deepening partnerships with retailers like Costco and Aeon. Bel Japan also advanced its commitment to social responsibility with a women’s empowerment program and enhanced employee engagement, reinforcing its mission to offer healthier, more responsible food "for all for good."
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