Godiva Asia Pacific
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Chocolate
In 2019 Asian private equity firm MBK Partners purchased retail and distribution operations for four of Godiva's 100-plus markets; Japan, South Korea, Australia, and New Zealand.
Company Ownership
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MBK Partners Ltd ![]() owns 100% of Godiva Asia Pacific |
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Private equity firm Established in 2005 by Michael ByungJu Kim, a South Korean billionaire businessman. Acquired the Asia-Pacific arm of Godiva chocolates in 2019. |
Company Assessment
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In 2021 Green America, Mighty Earth and Be Slavery Free released their Easter Chocolate Shopping Guide, which breaks down company commitments and policies in regards to deforestation, farmer poverty and child labour. It does not assess effectiveness or implementation. This company is rated as "Needs more work".
Source: Be Slavery Free (2021) |
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UNPRI is a set of six principles direct institutional investors may adopt to consider environmental, social and corporate governance issues when investing. UNPRI is a voluntary agreement.
Source: UNPRI (2020) |
Company Details
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Contact Details
Address | Republic of Korea |
Products / Brands
Godiva Asia Pacific
Godiva Chocolate |