Recent events
Recent events tied to this brand in public sources.
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2022
Firmenich and HARMAY announce strategic partnership
Firmenich announced a strategic partnership with HARMAY to contribute to the development of China's fine fragrance category by supporting new fragrance brands, concepts, experiences and models.
2021
Firmenich commissions renewable ingredients production unit in France
Firmenich announced the commissioning of a multipurpose production unit for renewable ingredients at its Castets facility in southwestern France. The new unit is expected to become operational in January and increase production capacity at the site by 50%.
2021
Firmenich expands its Alibaba flagship store offering and digital experience
Firmenich announced an expanded offering of fragrances and flavor ingredients, along with an improved digital customer experience, through its Alibaba flagship store. The store offers up to four times the selection of signature products and includes a new flavor range aimed at domestic small and medium-sized enterprises.
2021
Firmenich launches Scentmate platform
Firmenich launched Scentmate, an AI-powered online platform for fragrance creation that was available only in Europe. The platform is intended to help independent brands, SMEs and start-ups accelerate fragrance creation and speed to market.
2021
Firmenich launches Firgood natural extracts
Firmenich unveiled the Firgood collection, a range of pure, 100% natural extracts produced using its proprietary extraction technology.
2021
Firmenich appoints Levenza Toh as regional perfumery vice president
Firmenich announced Levenza Toh's appointment as Vice President, Perfumery, Southeast Asia, Japan and Korea. She will lead the regional Perfumery business and replaces Rajan Arul, who is retiring.
2020
Firmenich launches redesigned website
Firmenich launched its redesigned website, Firmenich.com, with new digital tools and content intended to provide customer engagement and access to company information and expertise.
2020
Firmenich and Authentic Products sign Madagascar vanilla partnership
Firmenich signed a partnership with Authentic Products to strengthen responsible vanilla sourcing. The agreement includes a digital traceability program and joint construction of an agricultural training facility.
2020
Firmenich opens biotechnology and naturals plant
Firmenich opened a new biotechnology and naturals plant in Geneva, Switzerland. The pilot plant is designed to develop production processes for natural ingredients and is integrated with the company's ingredients production site.
2020
Firmenich announced Benoit Fouilland as its new CFO
Firmenich announced that Benoit Fouilland would become Chief Financial Officer effective September 1, 2020, replacing Eric Nicolas, who had held the role since 2011.
2020
Firmenich prices €750 million hybrid bond issue
Firmenich announced that it had priced its first €750 million hybrid bond issue. The proceeds were intended to complete financing for its previously announced acquisition of DRT.
2020
Firmenich completes acquisition of DRT
Firmenich completed its acquisition of DRT, a supplier of renewable and naturally derived ingredients.
2020
Firmenich announces expanded hand-sanitizer production
Firmenich announced that it was increasing hand-sanitizer production capacity to 100 tons for hospitals and medical and emergency services across the USA and Switzerland, with donations planned for those recipients.
2019
Firmenich acquires Evonik's carbon dioxide extraction business
Firmenich acquired Evonik's carbon dioxide extraction business. The acquired operation's products would be commercialized through Firmenich's ingredients business.
2019
Givaudan announces joint venture agreement with MG International
Givaudan announced an agreement to establish a joint venture with MG International Fragrance Company. The announcement says the collaboration will serve regional and mid-sized local customers in Turkey, the Middle East, North Africa, Eastern Europe and Central Asia; after the transaction is completed, MG International will become part of Givaudan Group while retaining its brand name.