We are now in the vibrant, artsy neighborhood in the heart of Shanghai!
We are now in the vibrant, artsy neighborhood in the heart of Shanghai!
The new and revamped facility truly affirms the company’s 15 years presence in the country. Since 2007, we have continued expanding and investing in the Greater China chocolate and cocoa market. Especially over the last three years, we set up new offices and CHOCOLATE ACADEMY™ centers in Beijing and Shenzhen.
New Greater China headquarters and center of expertise for the largest chocolate gourmet market
China is one of Barry Callebaut’s largest chocolate gourmet markets globally and the CHOCOLATE ACADEMY™ centers in China have become a hub of expertise, creativity and inspiration for both professionals and chocolate lovers alike.
Since 2009, Shanghai has been the headquarters for our Greater China business. This bustling city is a key geographic hub to anchor our growth, innovation, and digitalization goals for the Chinese market. Situated by the beautiful Huangpu River that is in the heart of Shanghai, the new office is designed to be a comfortable, collaborative, and efficient environment for its teams in management, sales and marketing, customer support, and administrative support.

Message from the President for Asia Pacific
It is no surprise that our Asia Pacific President, Jo Thys, was excited about our new location in Shanghai. Let us share with you here his video message that was presented at the official opening event.
Our new Shanghai office and CHOCOLATE ACADEMY™ center are by the Huangpu River. Regarded as the Mother River of Shanghai, this beautiful river serves multiple functions including drinking water, shipping, drainage, fishery, and tourism.
Morning, afternoon, evening, or night walk by the Huangpu River is worth some of your time. Here, the Shanghai city views change minute by minute. The sights, sounds, and experiences change with each step you take.
Here at the Shanghai Yue Jie World Expo Park, there are plenty of places to stop and sit or grab a coffee. This is a vibrant, artsy neighborhood in the heart of Shanghai. The Park carries a strong historical and cultural atmosphere and is a successful case of urban renewal. The 10-meter-high space inside the park building and the red brick exterior wall of weaving design derive the infinite reverie of the art space. The well-preserved giant industrial trusses are blended with the modern and stylish remodeled architecture. What a cool place to have our office and our new CHOCOLATE ACADEMY™ center.

New address of Barry Callebaut's Greater China headquarters
The new office and Shanghai CHOCOLATE ACADEMY™ center are located at: Unit C2, Building B4-2, Yue Jie Expo Creative Park, No. 388 Bansongyuan Road, Huangpu District, Shanghai 200011
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Barry Callebaut's Greater China headquarters and China’s flagship CHOCOLATE ACADEMY™ center have officially opened in Shanghaihttps://www.barry-callebaut.com/sites/default/files/styles/paragraph_image_gallery_full/public/2022-08/Barry%20Callebaut%20China%20Headquarters%20Shanghai_1.jpg?itok=Uco1HhVE
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Situated by the beautiful Huangpu River that is in the heart of Shanghai, the new office is designed to be a comfortable, collaborative, and efficient environmenthttps://www.barry-callebaut.com/sites/default/files/styles/paragraph_image_gallery_full/public/2022-10/The%20new%20Shanghai%20office%20is%20designed%20for%20collaborative%20work%20%281%29.jpg?itok=cId8DTQQ
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The new and revamped facility affirms the company’s presence in the country for 15 years since 2007https://www.barry-callebaut.com/sites/default/files/styles/paragraph_image_gallery_full/public/2022-10/The%20new%20office%20is%20located%20by%20the%20beautiful%20Huangpu%20river%20in%20Shanghai%20%281%29.jpg?itok=fa7JETPx
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The upgraded CHOCOLATE ACADEMY™ center also is well-equipped to connect with and impart knowledge to audiences online.https://www.barry-callebaut.com/sites/default/files/styles/paragraph_image_gallery_full/public/2022-08/Barry%20Callebaut%20China%27s%20flagship%20CHOCOLATE%20ACADEMY%20center%20in%20Shanghai_0.jpeg?itok=fm6AOTds
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The three CHOCOLATE ACADEMY™ centers in China have become a hub of expertise, creativity and inspiration for both professional chefs and chocolate lovers alikehttps://www.barry-callebaut.com/sites/default/files/styles/paragraph_image_gallery_full/public/2022-10/The%20three%20CHOCOLATE%20ACADEMY%E2%84%A2%20centers%20in%20China%20have%20become%20a%20hub%20of%20expertise%2C%20creativity%20and%20inspiration%20for%20both%20professional%20chefs%20and%20chocolate%20lovers%20alike%20%281%29.jpg?itok=_tFNvchp
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Shanghai will continue to serve as a key geographic hub to anchor Barry Callebaut’s growth, innovation, and digitalization goals for the Chinese markethttps://www.barry-callebaut.com/sites/default/files/styles/paragraph_image_gallery_full/public/2022-10/Shanghai%20office%20Barry%20Callebaut%20%281%29_0.jpg?itok=LQHgOXDx
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George Zhang, Managing Director for Barry Callebaut China, is excited about the enormous potential for the chocolate market in Chinahttps://www.barry-callebaut.com/sites/default/files/styles/paragraph_image_gallery_full/public/2022-10/George%20Zhang%2C%20Managing%20Director%20for%20Barry%20Callebaut%20China%20%281%29.jpg?itok=EnBCAF7T
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Barry Callebaut achieved strong growth for consecutive years in China and currently has more than 160 employees in six locations in Greater China, including Hong Kong and Taipeihttps://www.barry-callebaut.com/sites/default/files/styles/paragraph_image_gallery_full/public/2022-10/Barry%20Callebaut%20China%2C%20Hong%20Kong%20-%20Taipei%20%281%29.jpg?itok=QkKa2qXa
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The new and improved location for Barry Callebaut's Greater China headquarters brings the company even closer to customers.https://www.barry-callebaut.com/sites/default/files/styles/paragraph_image_gallery_full/public/2022-10/Barry%20Callebaut%27s%20Greater%20China%20headquarters%20%281%29.jpg?itok=7iYgPZL6
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Greater China is a key market for Barry Callebaut in APAC, where the ambition is to become the market leader for high-quality chocolate and cocoa products herehttps://www.barry-callebaut.com/sites/default/files/styles/paragraph_image_gallery_full/public/2022-10/Greater%20China%20is%20a%20key%20market%20for%20Barry%20Callebaut%20in%20APAC%20%281%29.jpg?itok=w2Ot1aX9