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DSM-Firmenich Strengthens Presence in Indonesia with New Jakarta Office and Karawang Manufacturing Expansion
DSM-Firmenich is strengthening its presence in Indonesia with the opening of a new office in Jakarta and an expansion of its manufacturing operations in Karawang, reinforcing the company’s long-term commitment to the Indonesian market and wider Southeast Asian region.
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Sep 301 min read


Azelis Expands Partnership with DSM-Firmenich in Singapore and Malaysia
Azelis has expanded its partnership with DSM-Firmenich to strengthen the distribution of food & beverage ingredient solutions in Singapore and Malaysia.
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Sep 301 min read


Symrise Expands Natural Fragrance Capabilities with New Lautier 1795 Facility in Grasse
Symrise has inaugurated a new Lautier 1795 production facility in Grasse, strengthening its capabilities in premium natural fragrance ingredients.
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Sep 223 min read


Brenntag Opens Nutrition Innovation and Application Center in Jakarta
Brenntag, a global leader in chemicals and ingredients distribution, has opened a new Nutrition Innovation & Application Center in Jakarta, Indonesia.
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Sep 212 min read


Symrise Completes Floral Concept Acquisition, Expanding its Premium Naturals Portfolio
Symrise has acquired Floral Concept, strengthening its Premium Naturals portfolio and natural fragrance capabilities in the Pays de Grasse.
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Sep 172 min read


MANE Set up a Fragrance Creative Centre in Bar-sur-Loup
Mane is investing € 45 million in a new Fragrance Design Centre at its headquarters in Le Bar-sur-Loup. The company laid the foundation stone for the 8,900-square-metre facility on September 21. The facility is scheduled to open in 2028 and will house approximately 250 employees, including perfumers, evaluators, scientific experts, development teams and technical staff working on fragrance creation for the company’s consumer goods business. The center is intended to consolida
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Sep 171 min read


AGRANA to Acquire Austrian Flavour Producer Esarom for €150 Million
AGRANA Beteiligungs-AG has resolved to acquire 100% of the shares in Austrian flavour producer esarom gmbh and esarom holding gmbh, strengthening its position in the global food and beverage solutions market.
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Sep 161 min read


Givaudan Opens Development Hub to Boost its SAMEA Fragrance and Beauty Presence
Givaudan announced the opening of its development hub in Casablanca, to take an active step in the Company's growth in Morocco. Givaudan has been operating in the country since March 2025 and is currently expanding its presence by establishing a dedicated commercial team and introducing local fragrance development capabilities to serve customers in the Maghreb and West Africa. The hub strengthens Givaudan's presence in the SAMEA region (South Asia, Middle East & Africa), one
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Sep 142 min read


A Global Overview of the Flavours and Fragrances Market
16th Edition Publication: September 2026 This new IAL market report brings together the most up-to-date information available on the Global Flavours and Fragrances Industry, building on previous editions. Aspects of the market covered in this study Consumption of flavours and fragrances by end-use application in each global region and country by value (US$), 2025-2030 Principal trends and factors affecting the market Profiles of key suppliers Overview of suppliers and g
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Sep 92 min read


Takasago International Completes New Fine Chemicals Facility at Iwata Factory
Takasago International Corporation has completed a new manufacturing facility at its Iwata Factory in Japan, strengthening its production capabilities for fine chemicals.
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Sep 91 min read


MANE Acquires Cvista
MANE acquired Cvista, a supplier of citrus oil fractions and natural essences based in Riverview, Florida, in the United States. As a result of the acquisition, a MANE global Citrus and Beverage Center of Excellence will be established in the United States, driven by a shared strategic and technological vision. Citrus oil processing is a speciality of Cvista, which is renowned for its advanced expertise in the production of high-value natural ingredients, particularly for the
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Sep 82 min read


How Fine Fragrances Are Evolving with Consumer Preferences
The fine fragrance industry is undergoing a significant transformation as consumers increasingly prioritise individuality, experimentation and premium experiences.
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Sep 73 min read


DSM-Firmenich Develops Patient-Centered Medical Nutrition Solutions with an Emphasis on Flavour and Satisfaction
dsm-firmenich develops patient-centered medical nutrition solutions with an emphasis on flavour and satisfaction
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Sep 32 min read


Symrise Sells Terpene Ingredients Business
Symrise AG has signed an agreement to sell AmeriTerpenes LLC, its terpene ingredients business, to Mutares SE & Co. KGaA, an international private equity investor. Symrise's ONE Symrise strategy is furthered by this divestment, which sharpens its portfolio and focuses management attention on core growth platforms. AmeriTerpenes is positioned to further develop its renewable terpene ingredient portfolio for fragrance, flavour, and industrial applications under focused ownershi
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Sep 32 min read


Dechert Advises Graham Partners on their Partnership with Custom Flavours and Butterfly Equity
Dechert advises Graham Partners on their partnership with Custom Flavours and Butterfly Equity
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Aug 241 min read


Döhler Inaugurates New Plant in Mexico to Strengthen Natural Ingredients and Flavour Production in Latin America
Döhler Group has inaugurated a new state-of-the-art production plant in the State of Mexico, marking a significant step in its growth strategy across Latin America.
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Aug 211 min read


Brenntag Secures Exclusive Cargill Beauty Distribution Agreement in Mexico
Brenntag, a global leader in chemicals and ingredients distribution, has entered into an exclusive strategic agreement with Cargill for Mexico’s personal care market.
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Aug 162 min read


Symrise expands natural-origin skincare range with Dragosine® Green for skin longevity
Symrise has introduced Dragosine® Green, a next-generation cosmetic ingredient that helps beauty brands create natural-origin solutions for skin longevity and prejuvenation, meeting the growing consumer demand for effective, naturally derived, and sustainably developed skincare.
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Aug 42 min read


Brenntag Expands South Korea Presence with Woojin Trading Acquisition
Brenntag, the global leader in chemicals and ingredients distribution, has signed an agreement to acquire Woojin Trading Co., Ltd., a speciality chemicals distributor headquartered in Anyang, South Korea.
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Aug 32 min read


Azelis Expands Collaboration with dsm-firmenich for Food & Beverage Ingredients in Singapore and Malaysia
Azelis, a leading innovation service provider in the specialty chemicals and food ingredients industry, has expanded its partnership with DSM-Firmenich to distribute its Food & Beverage Ingredient Solutions portfolio across Singapore and Malaysia.
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Aug 22 min read
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