Confirel and PPM inaugurate Food Production and Innovation Center and Labiocert analysis laboratory

On February 25, 2025, Confirel and PPM officially inaugurated their Food Processing and Innovation Center, as well as their Labiocert quality laboratory. The event was honored by the Minister of Commerce, Cham Nimol, PPM-Confirel CEO Dr. Hay Ly Eang, along with government representatives, foreign ambassadors, private sector actors, and business partners.

Dr. Hay Ly Eang emphasized the company's commitment to transforming traditional Khmer products into high-quality, safe, and healthy products for consumers worldwide. He highlighted that the new center and laboratory would play a crucial role in ensuring the quality and safety of Confirel products. He also presented Confirel's latest innovation: powdered Prahok, a versatile ingredient for Khmer and international cuisine.

The Minister of Commerce praised Dr. Hay Ly Eang's innovative ideas and emphasized the importance of the food processing center in promoting food safety, creativity, and Cambodian products nationally and internationally. She added that this initiative would contribute to strengthening the food processing industry in Cambodia.

The Labiocert laboratory, equipped with cutting-edge technology and staffed by qualified professionals, will ensure accurate and reliable analyses in accordance with national and international standards.

During the inauguration, guests were able to taste a variety of innovative dishes and drink created with Confirel products, such as Prahok pizza and spaghetti, Prahok Ktiss, and Jaya cocktails, prepared by the team from Penh House, Confirel's partner hotel.

The minister encouraged all stakeholders to collaborate in developing and improving the appeal of the Cambodian food sector13. She emphasized the importance of protecting intellectual property, collaborating with national and international partners, and participating in trade exhibitions and trade missions.