Archives for January 18, 2005

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Frutarom: fresh capital for 2005 acquisitions?

Israeli flavour firm Frutarom, with clear ambitions to become one of the top ten flavour players, is seeking a listing on the London Stock Exchange to raise funds for imminent acquisitions.

Flavour firm Takasago uses China as hub

Number six global flavours player Takasago International has established a new division in Shanghai aimed at expanding its manufacturing and retail presence in China as well cutting costs.

Smucker drops foodservice for brands

Leading American food producer J. M. Smucker has agreed a deal to sell its US Multifoods foodservice and bakery businesses in order to concentrate on well-known consumer brands, reports Chris Mercer.