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Chr. Hansen builds world’s largest dairy culture plant

In Spring 2008, Chr. Hansen’s new culture plant situated just outside of Copenhagen is scheduled to be ready for operation, meeting a rising demand for dairy cultures globally. Amounting to 40 million euro, the investment is the largest ever in the company’s history of more than 130 years.

The construction of the new plant is an investment in the future and will support the growth and commercial success of the company. Chr. Hansen is already today the world’s leading supplier of dairy cultures for the global food industry.

”Dairy cultures are our largest area of business representing two thirds of our total turnover. We have seen continuing positive sales for quite some time, and lately the growth has exceeded all our expectations with present growth rates at 12-15%. This investment makes it possible for us to supply the global market with high quality products farsightedly, fast and flexibly”, says Lars Frederiksen, CEO, Chr. Hansen.

Yoghurt for all of Europe

The new plant will be able to produce dairy cultures to cover the total yoghurt production in Europe, which amounts to approximately 10 million tons annually.
It will contain state-of-the-art technology and build on high-level know-how.

“This is a fantastic opportunity to further optimize and improve the expertise and competencies that the Chr. Hansen culture business is renowned for. We are an innovative company that has provided the market with several popular solutions. As of today 20% of the culture business turnover comes from products younger than three years old. The new plant will help us sustain this and keep us on the cutting edge,” says Knud Vindfeldt, Executive Vice President, Cultures & Enzymes Division, Chr. Hansen

The construction started in December 2006, and the first cultures are scheduled to leave the plant already in Spring 2008. When fully completed, the new plant will create about 50 new jobs for skilled technologists.

Denmark as perfect location

“After thorough consideration we decided to build in Denmark, where we already have a strong and advanced logistics platform. Furthermore, the educational level is high and our operation is mainly knowledge focused as opposed to manpower focused”, concludes Lars Frederiksen.

At present Chr. Hansen has culture production sites in France, Germany, USA and Denmark.

Topics

Chr. Hansen is a global bioscience company that develops natural ingredient solutions for the food, nutritional, pharmaceutical and agricultural industries. The products include cultures, enzymes, probiotics and natural colors, and all solutions are based on strong research and development competencies coupled with significant technology investments. Revenue in the 2013/14 financial year was EUR 756 million. The company holds a leading market position in all its divisions: Cultures & Enzymes, Health & Nutrition and Natural Colors. It has more than 2,500 dedicated employees in over 30 countries and main production facilities in Denmark, France, USA and Germany. Chr. Hansen was founded in 1874 and is listed on NASDAQ OMX Copenhagen.

Contacts

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Helle Rexen

Press contact Media relations officer +45 20 74 28 40

About us

Chr. Hansen is a global, differentiated bioscience company that develops natural ingredient solutions for the food, nutritional, pharmaceutical and agricultural industries. At Chr. Hansen we are uniquely positioned to drive positive change through microbial solutions. We have worked for over 150 years to enable sustainable agriculture, better food and healthier living for more people around the world. Our microbial and fermentation technology platforms, including our broad and relevant collection of around 50,000 microbial strains, have game-changing potential. Matching customer needs and global trends we continue to unlock the power of good bacteria to respond to global challenges such as food waste, global health and the overuse of antibiotics and pesticides. As one of the world’s most sustainable companies, we touch the lives of more than 1 billion people every day. Driven by our legacy of innovation and curiosity to pioneer science, our purpose – To grow a better world. Naturally. – is at the heart of everything we do.

Chr. Hansen Holding A/S

Boege Allé 10-12
DK-2970 Hoersholm
Denmark

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