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CPL Aromas Expands Asian Presence with New Creative Centre in Thailand
CPL Aromas has strengthened its global footprint with the official launch of its new Creative Centre in Bangkok, Thailand, on 4 November 2025, marking a significant milestone in the company’s expansion across Asia and the Far East. Situated in the rapidly developing Sukhumvit Hills district, the centre embodies CPL Aromas’ dedication to innovation, creativity, and closer collaboration with customers in one of the world’s most dynamic fragrance markets. The purpose-built facil
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Nov 13, 20251 min read


IFF Pioneers Green Hydrogen Production for Sustainable Fragrance Manufacturing in Spain
IFF has inaugurated a pioneering nature-based hydrogen production facility at its Scent R&D and fragrance ingredients manufacturing site in Benicarló, Spain, marking a major milestone in sustainable fragrance production. In partnership with Iberdrola, one of the world’s leading renewable energy producers, IFF has become the first company in the fragrance industry to utilise renewable electricity for hydrogenation reactions essential to the creation of key fragrance ingredient
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Nov 13, 20251 min read


PAYAN BERTRAND Advances Growth with New Fragrance Production Site in Grasse
PAYAN BERTRAND, the family-owned aromatic products and fragrance specialist founded in 1854, is embarking on a major new chapter with the construction of a dedicated industrial site for fragrance compounding in Le Plan-de-Grasse, scheduled to open at the end of 2026. Representing a €12 million investment, this state-of-the-art and sustainably designed facility reflects the company’s long-term ambitions and follows over fifteen years of land research in the Grasse region. The
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Nov 13, 20251 min read


Revlon and Authentic Brands Group announce a global fragrance licence for sportswear brand Champion
Revlon and Authentic Brands Group announce a global fragrance licence for sportswear brand Champion
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Nov 12, 20251 min read


Pure Flavour acquires Michigan distribution centre
Pure Flavour acquires Michigan distribution centre
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Nov 11, 20251 min read


Radnor Hills offers new carbonated soft drink line, Radnor Spring
Radnor Hills offers new carbonated soft drink line, Radnor Spring
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Nov 11, 20251 min read


Jungbunzlauer to acquire International Flavours & Fragrances Inc.'s multipurpose site in Thomson, IL, establishing a U.S. manufacturing footprint
Jungbunzlauer to acquire International Flavours & Fragrances Inc.'s multipurpose site in Thomson, IL, establishing a U.S. manufacturing footprint
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Nov 10, 20251 min read


Nexture Announces the Acquisition of Frulact, a Globally Leading Manufacturer of Fruit and Vegetable-Based Specialty Ingredients
Nexture announces the acquisition of Frulact, a globally leading manufacturer of fruit and vegetable-based speciality ingredients
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Nov 10, 20253 min read


Synergy Flavours strengthens its Brazilian presence with the acquisition of Solutaste
Synergy Flavours strengthens its Brazilian presence with the acquisition of Solutaste
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Nov 10, 20252 min read


Galloway Company launches Acidified Cream Liqueur Base, ushering in a new era of flavour innovation in dairy-based alcohol
Galloway Company launches Acidified Cream Liqueur Base, ushering in a new era of flavour innovation in dairy-based alcohol
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Nov 5, 20252 min read


DKSH and Kellanova collaborate to distribute Kellogg's and Pringles in Peninsular Malaysia
DKSH and Kellanova join forces to distribute Kellogg's and Pringles in Peninsular Malaysia
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Nov 5, 20252 min read


Bontoux Strengthens Natural Extraction Capabilities with Acquisition of Atelier Fluides Supercritiques
Aromatic ingredients producer Bontoux has announced the acquisition of Atelier Fluides Supercritiques, a French company renowned for its expertise in supercritical CO₂ extraction. The official signing is scheduled for late October. Specialising in the design and optimisation of extraction processes and the precise restitution of delicate botanical compounds, Atelier Fluides Supercritiques brings advanced technical know-how that will enhance Bontoux’s production and innovation
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Nov 5, 20251 min read


Brenntag collaborates with Givaudan to offer cosmetic actives and high-end speciality ingredients to Thailand
Givaudan and Louvre Abu Dhabi team up to bring art to life through an amazing olfactory journey
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Nov 4, 20251 min read


Lucta Group and Blendhub sign a strategic collaboration agreement in Mexico
Lucta Group and Blendhub sign a strategic collaboration agreement in Mexico
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Nov 3, 20252 min read


Golden Grail Beverages and Naffra Flavours & Concentrates Form Strategic Partnership
Golden Grail Beverages and Naffra Flavours & Concentrates Form Strategic Partnership
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Oct 30, 20251 min read


Nactarome Group has joined forces with Plantex to increase their footprint in plant extracts
Nactarome Group announced that it has acquired Plantex SAS, a producer of high-quality natural ingredients for the nutraceuticals, food, cosmetics, and animal nutrition industries.
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Oct 29, 20252 min read


Brenntag Specialties inaugurates new Food & Nutrition Innovation and Application Center in Leeds, UK
Brenntag, a global leader in chemical and ingredient distribution, has announced the launch of its new Innovation & Application Center in Leeds, UK.
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Oct 28, 20252 min read


Synergy introduces flavor-matched solutions for greens ready-to-mix powders
Synergy Flavours has introduced a new line of flavour-paired concepts aimed primarily at improving the flavour profile of greens ready-to-mix (RTM) powders.
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Oct 28, 20252 min read


Noma and Novonesis collaborate to scale taste
Noma and Novonesis joined forces to scale taste
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Oct 28, 20252 min read


Namaa Flavours & Fragrances to Invest EGP 250 Million in Egypt to Boost Production and Exports
Namaa Flavours & Fragrances has announced intentions to invest EGP 250 million in a comprehensive development program to modernise its manufacturing infrastructure in Ramadan City and boost production capacity to support export expansion.
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Oct 27, 20252 min read
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