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Eurofragance names Diana March as sustainability director
Eurofragance, the Spanish manufacturer of perfumes, has appointed Diana March to the newly created role of global director of sustainability and technical compliance.
Nordmann opens Netherlands-based Benelux subsidiary
German speciality chemicals distributor Nordmann has opened a Benelux subsidiary based in the Netherlands.
L’Oréal invests in biotech ingredient maker Genomatica
L’Oréal has invested in Genomatica, a US developer of biotechnology-based alternatives to critical ingredients in cosmetic formulations.
CLR Berlin appoints international technical sales manager
German cosmetic actives producer CLR Berlin has expanded its sales team with the appointment of Stephan Telge as international technical sales manager, effective immediately.
in-cosmetics Global report takes deep dive into sustainability
The organiser of the in-cosmetics Global trade show has launched a sustainability trends report, which addresses the challenges and opportunities facing the industry in its ongoing journey to reduce its carbon footprint.
PCHi 2023 notches record attendance in Guangzhou
The 15th edition of the Personal Care and Homecare Ingredients (PCHi) show saw a record attendance in Guangzhou of over 30,000 visitors.
Vertellus rebrands as Aurorium, acquires Centauri Technologies
US speciality ingredients firm Vertellus has changed its official name to Aurorium in a move designed to better reflect its growth strategy.
Private equity firm to acquire Univar Solutions for $8.1 billion
US chemical and ingredients distributor Univar Solutions is to be acquired by New York private equity firm Apollo Global for $8.1 billion.
Iberchem cuts carbon emissions at Spanish HQ by 85%
Croda International’s Spanish subsidiary Iberchem cut carbon emissions by 85% at its Murcia headquarters between 2018 and 2021.
in-cosmetics Global reveals education programme details
The organiser of the in-cosmetics Global trade show has unveiled the education line-up for this month’s event in Barcelona.
Marinova launches fucoidan graduate programme
Australian marine ingredient producer Marinova has launched a graduate programme to support the next generation of fucoidan experts.
Sequential Skin partners with Johnson & Johnson on microbiome tests
US testing outfit Sequential Skin has entered into a collaboration agreement with Johnson & Johnson to measure skin health for personal care products.
Zurko Research acquires Spanish hair care centre CTC
Zurko Research has completed the acquisition of Spanish contract research organization Centre of Hair Care Technology (CTC).
Swiss authority investigates possible collusion in fragrance market
The Swiss Competition Commission (COMCO) has opened an investigation in the fragrance sector based on its suspicions that producers have colluded.
BASF makes net zero progress on personal care production sites
BASF’s Çayırova personal care production site in Turkey has taken a step towards reaching its emission targets by obtaining the International Renewable Energy Certificate (I-REC).
Royal Society of Chemistry Sustainability in Personal Care seminar rescheduled
The Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC) has rescheduled its Sustainability in Personal Care seminar in London to 12 April due to a train strike.
Symrise Scent & Care annual sales top €1.7 billion
German chemicals outfit Symrise recorded sales of €1.7 billion ($ 1.8 billion) in its Scent & Care division in 2022, up 14.4% on a year earlier.
KLK Oleo acquires Italian esters maker Temix Oleo
KLK Oleo has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire a controlling stake in Temix Oleo, an Italian manufacturer of esters.
Berkem agrees Benelux, Swiss distribution tie-up with Unipex
Berkem has expanded its collaboration with Unipex for the distribution of the former’s cosmetic and personal care ingredients to Belgium, the Netherlands, Luxembourg and French-speaking Switzerland.
Seppic, Botalys sign co-development and distribution partnership
Seppic and Botalys have signed a research partnership for the co-development of new cosmetic ingredients, as well as distribution in various markets and regions, for the latter’s ginseng-based products.
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