Univar Solutions, a global provider of specialty ingredients and chemicals, along with Ingredion Incorporated (NYSE: INGR), a leader in specialty ingredients innovation, have announced a significant expansion of their distribution partnership into Germany, Italy, and Switzerland. This move is set to enhance the food and beverage market in these countries by providing advanced ingredient solutions and services.

Three Decades of Strategic Collaboration

Having collaborated for over 30 years in Europe, the Middle East, and Africa (EMEA), Univar Solutions and Ingredion have built a robust partnership, offering extensive portfolios including starches, plant-based proteins, and sweeteners. The partnership also extends to stevia flavor modifiers and sweeteners through Ingredion’s PureCircle, presenting comprehensive sugar reduction solutions to food manufacturers.

Enhanced Ingredient Solutions for a Health-Conscious Market

Nick Powell, SVP and Divisional President, Ingredients & Specialties at Univar Solutions, expressed enthusiasm about the expanded partnership. He highlighted the shared commitment to innovation and quality that has characterized the long-standing relationship between the two companies. This collaboration aims to meet the growing consumer demand for nutritious, sustainable, and tasty food options. Ingredion’s portfolio includes modified, organic, and clean-label starches, alongside plant-based proteins and natural sweeteners like Stevia, catering to a wide array of food applications from bakery to beverages.

Expanding Reach and Enhancing Market Responsiveness

Michael O’Riordan, Senior Vice President of Texture and Healthful Solutions for EMEA and Asia-Pacific at Ingredion, noted that this expanded collaboration would increase accessibility to strategic insights and digital tools, accelerating growth for customers. The partnership is designed to enhance responsiveness and speed to market, enabling quick adaptation to consumer trends with relevant ingredient solutions.

Innovative Solutions and Support Facilities

Both companies leverage a network of Global Solutions Centers, including a flagship location in Essen, Germany, to support product development and innovation. These centers, staffed by expert chemists, food scientists, and application specialists, provide a vital resource for solving product challenges and aligning with market trends.

The geo-expansion of Univar Solutions and Ingredion’s partnership into key European markets underscores their proactive approach to addressing the evolving needs of the food and beverage industry. By combining their expertise and resources, the companies are well-positioned to drive innovation and offer superior ingredient solutions that align with the health, nutrition, and sustainability expectations of today’s consumers.

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