Mangaluru: In a landmark move, Hangyo Ice Creams Pvt. Ltd, a renowned ice cream giant of coastal Karnataka, stepping towards its 15th anniversary launched a wide range of fruit based non-dairy products known as DNA here on February 14.

Member of Parliment Nalin Kumar Kateel and MLA J R Lobo launched the DNA products to the market. KCCI President Vathika Kamath was the chief guest of the programme.

The DNA products launched under the Hangyo Gourmet Pvt. Ltd, includes jams, crushes, squashes, syrups and more.

On the occasion, Pradeep G Pai, Managing Director of Hangyo Ice Creams Private Ltd welcomed the gathering.

Nalin Kumar Kateel and J R Lobo conferred the Star Performers of the Year Award to Venkataiah M, ASM and Oceanic Trading Corporation Channel Partner.

Addressing the gathering, MLA J R Lobo said that the venture which was started with small investments, now had touched an annual transaction of Rs 100 Crore. “The Hangyo Ice Creams Pvt. Ltd should be a role model and inspiration for the youths to start a new venture. Hangyo in its journey of 15 years, has launched 176 products of 63 varieties. Let the institution reach greater heights in coming days.”

MP Nalin Kumar Kateel speaking on the occasion, also termed that the the success behind the excellence of Hangyo Ice Creams Pvt. Ltd was possible because of the immense sacrifice and efforts of Pradeep G Pai and family.

The MP also urged them to open a Hangyo ice cream factory in the rural area of Mangaluru City.

Executive Chairman Dinesh R Pai, Deepa P Pai, Jagadish R Pai, F S Miranda, model Nayonika and others were present.

DNA product portfolio would encompass the following –

· Jams-Mango, Strawberry, Pineapple, Mixed Fruit

· Syrup-Rose

· Juices-Mango, Orange

· Canned Fruits-Pineapple Slices, Fruit Cocktail, Pineapple Tidbits

· Crushes-Strawberry, Lychee, Orange, Pineapple

· Puree-Tomato