Cargill has reinforced its commitment to the Belgian market through a series of strategic investments, including expansions at its edible oils bottling facility in Izegem and gourmet chocolate plant in Mouscron, as well as the launch of a new extrusion pilot plant at its Innovation Center in Vilvoorde. Together, the projects represent an investment of approximately €56 million aimed at strengthening the company’s manufacturing, research, and innovation capabilities.

Givaudan has reached an agreement to acquire a majority stake in Eurofragrance, a pure play fragrance house based in Barcelona, Spain. Eurofragance is a fragrance creation house that specialises in the design and production of fine fragrances, as well as fragrances for personal and home care products. The company concentrates on high-growth regional markets and has a robust presence in Europe, the Middle East, Asia, Africa, and Latin America. This strategic alliance is a sign

The Estée Lauder Companies announced on 21 May 2026 that it had officially ended discussions with Spanish beauty and fragrance group Puig regarding a potential business combination, bringing to a close negotiations that were first publicly confirmed in March 2026.

Kerry Dairy Ireland has officially rebranded as Kinisla as part of a major strategic transformation aimed at strengthening its long-term growth, innovation, and sustainability ambitions.

Evonik Opens Beauty Science and Innovation Center in Shanghai

New India fragrance hub to strengthen Unilever’s global capabilities

To enhance its global speciality business, Samyang Group will acquire Soda Aromatic, one of Japan's top five flavour and fragrance companies. The Japanese subsidiary of Samyang Corporation will acquire 100% of the shares of Soda Aromatic that are currently held by Toray Industries and Mitsui & Co. This acquisition will be made through this subsidiary. During the period of late June to early July, the two organisations intend to finalise all administrative procedures and busin

FF Signs Agreement to Sell Its Food Ingredients Business to CVC

Symrise has commenced the second phase of construction for its logistics centre in Holzminden, Germany, marking another significant milestone in the company’s long-term infrastructure and growth strategy.

Symrise has strengthened its Food & Beverage capabilities in Southern Europe through the expansion and modernisation of its site in Parets del Vallès near Barcelona, reinforcing its regional presence and improving service proximity for customers across Europe, North Africa and the Middle East.

DSM-Firmenich as announced the sale of its Action Pin business, part of the company’s Perfumery & Beauty division under the “Agro Ingredients” segment, to AP Marensin S.A.S.U., an investor consortium established by FeBe Vermögensverwaltung GmbH and supported by Berlin-based family office Econa and French private equity fund Ouest Croissance.

Döhler formed an agreement to acquire the remaining shares in British flavour house Treatt for £183 million, thereby assuming full ownership of the company. The agreement was announced on 29th April 2026, following a previously established agreement between the two businesses in January. German ingredients manufacturer Döhler already held a 28% stake in the flavour house, increased from 10% in late 2025. Under the terms of the acquisition, Treatt’s shareholders will be entitl

Brenntag Specialties, formed an exclusive partnership with Shinehigh to distribute their true functional active ingredients to Brenntag Specialties customers around the world. In the Beauty and Personal Care segment, active ingredients serve as critical performance drivers, precisely targeting specific concerns while delivering clinically measurable, visible benefits to both skin and hair. Under this agreement, Brenntag will expand its offering of innovative, high-tech specia

DKSH Partners with Novaphene to Expand Personal Care Ingredients Distribution in Southeast Asia

The Robertet Group selected GTT Communications Inc., a premier provider of networking and security services to multinational organisations, to provide Secure Connect SASE, Cloud Connect, and connectivity throughout Europe, the Middle East, North and South America, and Asia, including China. Robertet will leverage the GTT Envision platform's secure networking capabilities to optimise operations, accelerate the adoption of cloud and AI, and foster growth. Robertet will implemen

Cargill and Voyage Foods partner to introduce NextCoa™ cocoa-free confectionery alternatives to North America

Native, the personal care brand known for its clean, simple, and effective formulas, has announced the release of its limited-edition Global Flavours Cafe Collection. The collection is defined by clean, effective formulas in a variety of products, including aluminum-free deodorant, sulfate-free body wash, moisturising lotion, body scrub, hair care, and liquid hand soap. These formulas are inspired by the vibrant flavours and aromas of destinations such as Morocco, Brazil, Ita

dsm-firmenich has expanded its global pet nutrition operations with the opening of NextGen Itatiba, a dedicated pet nutrition premix facility located in Itatiba, São Paulo, Brazil.

Symrise builds Northwest Arkansas food studio to increase customer collaboration and culinary Innovation in North America

When smoke evolves: Symrise ensures authentic flavour sensations for a changing market