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How We Work

From Product Concept to Commercial Success

You Bring the Requirement. We Bring the Right Partners Together to Make It Happen.

What OMNEX does

OMNEX is actively involved in international business development, product development, manufacturing coordination, supply chain integration, quality requirements, commercial negotiations, import/export documentation and long-term business relationships.

We do not simply introduce customers to manufacturers or provide recommendations. We actively coordinate the resources, companies and expertise needed to bring international projects to commercial success.

Our work is not finished when a supplier is introduced. We remain involved until opportunities become practical, sustainable commercial relationships.

Our philosophy

We are not a trading company.

We are not a consulting company.

We are your partner.

How It Works

Two Ways to Begin. One Integrated Partnership Approach.

Scenario 1

Buyer-Led Product Development

You have a product requirement. We help make it commercially possible.

When an international buyer brings OMNEX a product concept, sample, technical specification or sourcing challenge, we coordinate the resources and partners needed to develop a commercially viable solution.

What we coordinate

  • Raw-material suppliers
  • Ingredient sourcing & development
  • Manufacturing partners
  • Product trials
  • Quality validation
  • Shipment execution

We stay involved beyond initial supplier selection, and keep developing and improving the supply relationship.

Scenario 2

Manufacturer-Led Market Development

You have manufacturing capabilities. We help develop international opportunities.

OMNEX partners with manufacturers seeking to enter new markets, win qualified international customers, or develop customer-specific products.

What we coordinate

  • Opportunity identification
  • Buyer outreach
  • Product & technical requirements
  • Product & process improvement
  • Commercial negotiation
  • Repeat business

Where needed, we also bring in complementary ingredient suppliers, raw-material sources and technical partners.

Both scenarios lead to the same objective: commercially successful, long-term international partnerships.

Our Process

Our Seven-Stage Working Process

From the first requirement to repeat supply, every stage is coordinated by OMNEX.

  1. 01
  2. 02
  3. 03
  4. 04
  5. 05
  6. 06
  7. 07

Stage 01 / 07

Customer Requirements & Feasibility

We start with the desired product, reference samples, technical specifications, target price, quality expectations, volume, destination market and commercial objectives, then evaluate feasibility and the resources required.

Case Studies

Four Projects, and How They Were Built

From identifying a manufacturing solution in India to developing specialized production capabilities in Vietnam — each project shows what our partners asked for, what stood in the way, and how it was solved.

Who leads the work

Established expertise. Hands-on execution.

OMNEX combines decades of Japan–Vietnam food-industry experience with a new generation of hands-on business development.

Mr. Nobuyoshi Kan

Mr. Nobuyoshi Kan

Experience, project development & strategic advisory

Decades of international food-industry experience between Japan and Vietnam: pioneering sourcing research, manufacturing partnerships and complex development projects — including the Vietnamese frozen oyster research he led from 2020. Today he also advises on newer initiatives.

Takayoshi

Takayoshi

Business development & project execution

Leads international sourcing, partner coordination, negotiations and project execution for newer initiatives — from securing the first potato flake deal in India to coordinating the 2026 oyster manufacturing partnership and the U.S. breaded oyster project.

  • Commercial achievement
  • Successful product trial
  • In development
  • Expansion target

Case Study 01 · Potato Flakes

First deal completed · Ongoing business

Building a Direct Manufacturing Supply Chain from India to Japan

Japan · Vietnam · China · IndiaProject period: 2024–Present

Our partner's requirement

In 2024, a Japanese partner approached our business network to import potato flakes directly from the original manufacturer — a reliable source meeting specific quality requirements and commercial pricing expectations, without conventional trading layers.

The challenge

Manufacturers in Vietnam and then China could make the product, but not at a price that worked for the partner's business.

Project leadership

  • TakayoshiChina & India sourcing lead, 2025
Dehydrated Potato Flakes
140 MTCumulative supply

How it developed

2024

Understanding the requirement

The partner wanted a direct manufacturer-to-partner supply relationship that met its quality and pricing targets.

Mid–late 2024

Exploring manufacturing in Vietnam

A potential Vietnamese manufacturer was found, but projected production costs exceeded the target price — so the search continued.

2025

Expanding the search to China

Lead: Takayoshi

Suitable products and capabilities were available, but prices still missed the partner's expectations. Rather than push unsuitable terms, the search moved to another market.

Mid-2025Commercial achievement

The right partner in India

Lead: Takayoshi

Takayoshi travelled to India, evaluated manufacturers and negotiated directly — securing the project's first commercial deal.

2025–2026

Import documentation & quality coordination

Imports were established through Matsuyama Port, Japan, with OMNEX coordinating the practical requirements of trade:

  • Direct communication between the Japanese partner and the Indian manufacturer
  • Product specifications and quality requirements
  • Manufacturer-side quality control
  • Commercial and shipping documentation
  • Import paperwork and document confirmations
  • Shipment preparation and logistics communication
  • Resolving documentation and quality issues with the responsible parties
2026Commercial achievement

Ongoing business

Supply continues, with OMNEX supporting manufacturer communication, quality coordination, shipments and the long-term relationship.

Outcome & current stage

First commercial deal completed in 2025; about 140 MT supplied cumulatively by mid-2026, and the business continues.

What this project demonstrates

  • International manufacturer sourcing
  • Cost feasibility
  • Direct factory relationships
  • Overseas negotiations
  • Import quality coordination
  • Shipment execution

“We don't limit our partners to the suppliers we already know. We identify and develop the solution that works for their business.”

Read the full story

Case Study 02 · IQF Ultra-Thin Sweet Potato Slices

In production since 2024 · Ongoing

Developing Agricultural and Manufacturing Capabilities for Japan

Vietnam → JapanProject period: 2020/21–Present

Our partner's requirement

A major Japanese snack and confectionery partner needed a Vietnamese manufacturer able to produce IQF ultra-thin sweet potato slices to a demanding specification.

The challenge

The specification required specialized processing. Early attempts to develop the product ran into technical and manufacturing obstacles, and the project stalled.

Project leadership

  • Mr. Nobuyoshi KanProject development
IQF Ultra-Thin Sweet Potato Slices
350 MTCumulative supply

How it developed

2020–2021

A challenging requirement

Lead: Mr. Kan

After early development attempts stalled, an industry contact asked Mr. Kan for help. He identified a Vietnamese partner willing to commit to the project long-term.

≈ 2.5 years

Manufacturing facility planning

Lead: Mr. Kan

Working with Japanese and Vietnamese partners, Mr. Kan helped coordinate the planning of the manufacturing capabilities the product required.

  • Identifying a committed manufacturing partner
  • Supporting facility and process planning
  • Coordinating Japanese and Vietnamese teams
  • Addressing production feasibility and technical challenges
  • Advising on financial and investment considerations
  • Aligning manufacturing development with future demand
2022

Agricultural research & raw-material development

The Japanese and Vietnamese partners worked to improve sweet potato cultivation — consistent finished quality starts in the field, not only in the factory.

  • Soil evaluation and testing
  • Raw-material quality testing
  • Cultivation-method development
  • Improving raw-material consistency
  • Studying conditions that affect processing yields
  • Aligning farming with manufacturing requirements
2024Commercial achievement

Production begins

Production of the ultra-thin slices began running.

Outcome & current stage

To our knowledge, the first project to help a Vietnamese manufacturer develop IQF ultra-thin sweet potato slices for export to Japan. Production began in 2024, and about 350 MT had been supplied cumulatively by mid-2026. Supply continues.

What this project demonstrates

  • Long-term manufacturing development
  • Agricultural supply-chain coordination
  • Factory planning support
  • Commercial feasibility
  • Technical problem-solving
  • International partnership development

“Some products cannot simply be sourced. The manufacturing capabilities, agricultural foundations and long-term partnerships must first be developed.”

Read the full story

Partner identities are confidential.

Case Study 03 · Vietnam–Japan Frozen Oysters

Commercial shipments ongoing

From Nationwide Farm Research to Long-Term Commercial Supply

Vietnam → JapanProject period: 2020–Present

Our partner's requirement

In 2020, a Japanese food-industry partner asked Mr. Nobuyoshi Kan directly whether Vietnam could supply oysters suitable for Japan.

The challenge

Vietnam had oyster resources, but no proven route to Japanese quality and food-safety expectations: farming conditions, microbiological risks and potential heavy-metal contamination all had to be investigated.

Project leadership

  • Mr. Nobuyoshi KanOriginal development, 2020–2024
  • TakayoshiProject coordination lead, 2026
  • Mr. Nobuyoshi KanStrategic adviser, 2026
Project teamMr. Kan · Takayoshi

  • Japanese partner

    Product requirement

  • Oyster farming areas

    Raw material

  • Japan-market standards

    Quality & food safety

  • Vietnamese processor

    Manufacturing

  • Certification authorities

    Official certificates

  • Freight forwarders

    Shipping

How it developed

2020

Nationwide farm research

Lead: Mr. Kan

Field research across southern, central and northern Vietnam into farming conditions, raw-material suitability, microbiological risks and potential heavy-metal contamination. Takayoshi joined selected visits, including around Nha Trang.

2021

Sourcing and manufacturing partners

Lead: Mr. Kan

Suitable sourcing areas and a Vietnamese manufacturing partner were identified.

2022Successful product trial

First successful trial shipment

Lead: Mr. Kan

The project's first successful trial shipment reached Japan.

2023–2024Commercial achievement

Commercial supply

Lead: Mr. Kan

Approximately four containers were shipped to Japan across the two years.

2026Commercial achievement

Expanding the manufacturing partnership

Lead: Takayoshi · adviser: Mr. Kan

Takayoshi coordinates the current Vietnamese manufacturing partnership and the program's commercial expansion, with Mr. Kan advising.

  • Coordinating with Vietnamese manufacturing partners
  • Communication with Japanese business partners
  • Commercial negotiations and project execution
  • Quality and product requirements
  • Manufacturing arrangements and documentation
  • Shipment paperwork and confirmations
  • Ongoing commercial expansion

Outcome & current stage

2026 · as of October

~200 MT

Shipped to Japan in 2026

~260 MT

2026 year-end target

To our knowledge, the first project to help a Vietnamese manufacturer develop frozen cooking oysters for export to Japan. About four containers were shipped in 2023–2024; about 200 MT have been shipped in 2026 as of October. 260 MT is the year-end target — a projection, not a shipped figure.

What this project demonstrates

  • Field research & sourcing
  • Food-safety assessment
  • Manufacturing-partner qualification
  • Trial & quality coordination
  • Export documentation
  • Long-term supply

“A reliable supply chain is not simply found. It is developed.”

Read the full story, 2020–2026

Work from 2020 to 2024 was led by Mr. Kan through his earlier business network, before the company took the OMNEX name in 2025. Chronology and figures are from the project team's records. Partner, manufacturer and supplier identities are confidential.

Case Study 04 · U.S. Breaded Oysters

Product development & commercial launch preparation

Integrating Suppliers, Ingredients and Manufacturing Capabilities

Vietnam → United StatesProject period: 2026–Present

Our partner's requirement

An American partner asked us to manufacture breaded oysters in Vietnam with specific batter, breading, raw-material, processing and finished-product characteristics.

The challenge

No single existing manufacturer met every requirement. The solution meant bringing coating suppliers, raw-oyster sources and a processor together — and developing the product jointly.

Project leadership

  • TakayoshiProject coordination lead
  • Mr. Nobuyoshi KanStrategic adviser
OMNEXCoordination

  • U.S. partner

    Product requirement

  • Coating suppliers

    Batter & breading

  • Raw oyster sources

    Raw material

  • Vietnamese processor

    Manufacturing

  • Technical teams

    Joint trials

  • Export partners

    Documents & shipping

How the solution is being developed

01

Requirements & samples

Understanding the U.S. partner's product requirements and reference samples.

02

Coating suppliers

Identifying suitable batter and breading suppliers.

03

Coating formulations

Coordinating the sourcing or development of comparable formulations.

04

Raw oyster suppliers

Identifying suitable raw oyster sources.

05

Connecting the chain

Linking raw-material and ingredient suppliers with the processing manufacturer.

06

Production line

Supporting production-line preparation and processing development.

07

Joint trials

Bringing suppliers and technical teams together for production trials.

08

Samples & feedback

Coordinating samples, technical feedback and product improvements.

09

Quality & export prep

Supporting quality requirements, export documentation and shipment preparation.

10

Toward launch

Managing cross-border communication toward commercial launch.

One Requirement. Multiple Specialized Partners. One Coordinated Development Process.

Outcome & current stage

Commercial terms are agreed and the product is in development and launch preparation. Commercial export has not yet begun.

What this project demonstrates

  • Ingredient sourcing
  • Raw-material integration
  • Manufacturing development
  • Joint technical trials
  • Export preparation
  • Cross-border coordination
Read the full story

Partner, supplier and factory identities, formulations, prices and specifications are confidential.

Project Portfolio

As of June 2026

Commercialized Projects

12 items
  • 2015–2023Vietnam → Japan

    IQF Mango Cuts

    Commercialized

  • 2015–2022Vietnam → Japan

    IQF Lotus Root Slices

    Commercialized

  • 2016–2017Vietnam → Japan

    IQF Sweet Potato Cuts for Daigaku-Imo

    Commercialized

  • 2017–2018Vietnam → Japan

    Grilled Tuna Collar

    Commercialized

  • 2018Vietnam → Japan

    Tuna Hamburg Steak

    Commercialized

  • 2018–2019Vietnam → Japan

    Tuna Minced Cutlets

    Commercialized

  • 2019–2020Vietnam → Japan

    Grilled Salmon Fillets

    Commercialized

  • 2019Vietnam → Japan

    IQF Lemon Slices

    Commercialized

  • 2019–2020Vietnam → Malaysia

    Fried Salmon Skin

    Commercialized

  • 2024–PresentVietnam → Japan

    IQF Ultra-Thin Sweet Potato Slices

    ≈350 MT supplied

  • 2020–PresentVietnam → Japan

    Frozen IQF Cooking Oysters

    Trial 2022 · commercial since 2023

  • 2025–PresentIndia → Japan

    Potato Flakes

    ≈140 MT supplied (cumulative)

Commercial Launch Ready

2 items
  • IQF Frozen Fried Breaded Oyster (S)
    Vietnam → USA

    Status

    • Commercial terms agreed
    • QC process completed
    • sample shipment scheduled
    • final FDA documentation preparation underway
  • IQF Tilapia Karaage Sticks
    Vietnam → USA

    Status

    • Commercial terms agreed
    • sample shipment scheduled

Projects Under Development

2 items
  • Vacuum-Fried Sweet Potato Sticks
    Vietnam → Japan

    Status

    • QC process completed
    • commercial terms agreed
    • awaiting trial shipment
  • Chocolate-Coated Vacuum-Fried Banana Chips
    Vietnam → Japan

    Status

    • Samples submitted
    • final coating formulation under review

Seafood

Oyster · Salmon Skin · Tilapia · Tuna

Agricultural

Mango · Lemon · Lotus Root · Sweet Potato · Banana

Ingredients

Potato Flakes

Processed Foods

Karaage · Fried Products · Chocolate-Coated

Why OMNEX

Why Companies Partner With OMNEX

Integrated Supply Chain Development

We identify and coordinate the ingredients, raw materials, manufacturers, and specialized partners needed for each project.

Hands-On Product Development

We actively participate in coordinating product specifications, technical trials, and commercialization preparation.

Cross-Border Business Coordination

We bridge business practices, quality expectations, and communication between international customers and manufacturers.

Manufacturing & Quality Support

We support the development of production processes, quality requirements, and customer-specific manufacturing capabilities.

Shipment & Documentation Coordination

We manage communication and confirmations across the relevant parties to support accurate documentation and international shipment execution.

Long-Term Commercial Partnerships

We continue supporting repeat production, ongoing supply relationships, and new business opportunities.

Commercial Partnerships

Flexible & Transparent Commercial Partnerships

Engagement may be

  • Buyer-side
  • Manufacturer-side
  • Other agreed arrangement

Each OMNEX project is different. Our engagement structure depends on the nature of the opportunity, the scope of development work, the parties involved, and the commercial objectives.

We establish clear, mutually agreed commercial arrangements that reflect the responsibilities and value delivered. Depending on the project, OMNEX may work under a buyer-side, manufacturer-side, or other agreed commercial arrangement, with appropriate transparency regarding our role and compensation.

Our focus is to build sustainable commercial relationships and deliver meaningful value throughout the project lifecycle.

Opportunities

Partnership Opportunities

OMNEX works with international food manufacturers, distributors, brand owners and capable production facilities across Japan, Vietnam, the United States and other international markets.

For buyers

Food Manufacturers, Distributors & Brand Owners

Bring us a product concept, reference sample or sourcing challenge. We assemble and coordinate the partners needed to develop it and supply it reliably.

Helpful to share

  • Product concept, sample or specification
  • Target price, volume and quality expectations
  • Destination market and regulatory requirements
  • Planned launch timeline
Discuss a product requirement →

For manufacturers

Manufacturers & Production Facilities

Have production capability and ambitions abroad? We help you reach qualified international customers and adapt products and processes to their requirements.

What we look for

  • Applicable food safety certification (e.g. HACCP-based systems)
  • Regulatory registration where the destination market requires it
  • Consistent quality, documentation and traceability
  • Willingness to develop customer-specific products
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MarketsJapanVietnamUnited StatesIndiaOther markets

Let's Develop Your Next International Business Opportunity.

Whether you have a product concept, a specific manufacturing requirement, or production capabilities ready for international expansion, OMNEX can help connect the right people, resources, and expertise to move your business forward.

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