Ajinomoto (Malaysia) Berhad Powers SCORE Marathon Through aminoVITAL® Collaboration with International Running Influencers

KUALA LUMPUR, 21 JULY 2026 — Ajinomoto (Malaysia) Berhad (AMB) reinforced its commitment to advancing sports nutrition by bringing together international running influencers and sports nutrition representatives from across Asia at SCORE Marathon 2026 by AIA Vitality, held from 18 to 19 July 2026 at Dataran Putrajaya. Through its aminoVITAL® brand, AMB served as the Official Energy Gel Partner for one of Malaysia's largest marathon events while fostering regional collaboration in sports performance, recovery, and wellness. Recognised as one of Malaysia's largest marathon events, SCORE Marathon 2026 attracted approximately 50,000 runners from Malaysia and across the region. The event provided an ideal platform for athletes, fitness enthusiasts, and sports nutrition experts to exchange knowledge and experiences while promoting the importance of endurance, recovery, and overall well-being.

A key highlight of AMB's participation was the presence of international running influencers from Korea, Thailand, and Singapore. Their participation demonstrated aminoVITAL®'s growing regional presence while pioneering a cross-border exchange of sports nutrition knowledge and running expertise, reinforcing the brand's role in supporting the development of endurance sports across Asia. Among the international running influencers, Korea's Munji Yu (Runner_Imba) won the third place in Full Marathon Overall Men’s Open Category. He expressed his appreciation to aminoVITAL® for supporting his outstanding performance throughout his running journey.

Throughout the two-day event, aminoVITAL® supported participants with scientifically formulated amino acid nutrition designed to help enhance endurance, sustain energy, and promote recovery before, during, and after physical activity. Developed based on the Ajinomoto Group's extensive expertise in amino acid research, aminoVITAL® products continue to provide trusted nutritional support for athletes and active individuals striving to achieve their personal best.

As the Official Energy Gel Partner, AMB also engaged directly with thousands of runners and visitors through product sampling and consumer engagement activities, providing participants with the opportunity to experience aminoVITAL® while learning about the role of amino acids in supporting sports performance and recovery. These initiatives further strengthened awareness of aminoVITAL® among Malaysia's growing community of runners and fitness enthusiasts.

The collaboration reflects AMB's ongoing commitment to promoting healthier lifestyles through science-based nutrition while expanding aminoVITAL®'s presence in the sports nutrition segment. By supporting major sporting events and encouraging greater awareness of sports nutrition, AMB continues to contribute to the development of a healthier and more active society.

Moving forward, AMB remains committed to strengthening collaborations with the regional sports and wellness community through strategic partnerships, consumer engagement initiatives, and knowledge-sharing opportunities. Leveraging the Ajinomoto Group's expertise in amino acid science, the company will continue to support athletes and active individuals in achieving better performance, faster recovery, and healthier lifestyles through aminoVITAL®.