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Chr. Hansen inaugurates new innovation facilities in Singapore

On April 15, 2010 Chr. Hansen will open a new 'Industry Technology Center' (ITC) for its customers and distributors in Asia Pacific, Middle East and Africa. The ITC will serve as an advanced bioscience hub for new product development for the regional dairy and food & beverage industries.

"The opening of the ITC marks a natural next step up in the region to boost customeroriented product development and innovation processes," says Christian Overgaard, Regional Vice President, Chr. Hansen. "The ITC will be the main setting for collaboration between Chr. Hansen and our customers and distributors in the region. Here we will work together on customizing natural ingredients solutions such as dairy cultures and natural colors for yoghurt, beverages, confectionery and other food applications in our customers' product portfolios," expects Overgaard.

Singapore - the obvious location

Singapore was selected as the ITC location due to the city's proximity of talent and
technical skills and a proven track record of smooth logistics operations and regulations.

The ITC which is located in the 'Singapore Science Park', one of South East Asia’s most
prestigious R&D and technology hubs, is the Danish bioscience company's equivalent to
existing development facilities in Denmark, USA, France and Germany.

From trusted supplier to development partner

"The ITC will improve our speed and competences as a development partner with food
producers operating in the region, rather than just being a trusted supplier of natural
ingredients," comments Chr. Hansen's Ian Morgan, Director, Regional Strategy Projects.
"For instance, we expect the ITC to support us further exploring the opportunities for
Chr. Hansen products in traditional Asian, Indian and Arabian products such as lactic
acid bacteria drinks, dahi and laban. Moreover, the ITC will be a good base for
increasing our cooperation with research associations and other regional stakeholders."

Main facilities in the ITC include:

  • pilot plant for production of yoghurt-type dairy products, beverages and other
    foods
  • food application and microbiology laboratories
  • conference facilities for hosting innovation sessions with customers and for
    training events



Chr. Hansen covers the entire APMEA region (Asia Pacific/Middle East/Africa) through a
combination of subsidiaries and local distributors.

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

Helle Rexen

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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