dsm-firmenich Invests in New Production Facility in Parma to Expand Global Flavor Operations

dsm-firmenich Invests in New Production Facility in Parma to Expand Global Flavor Operations

(IN BRIEF) dsm-firmenich has begun constructing a new state-of-the-art production facility in Parma, Italy, set to be completed by Q1 2027. The facility will enhance the company’s ability to produce concentrated powder flavors, reaction flavors, culinary blends, and functional blends. This expansion will create over 100 new jobs and focus on high-growth markets, including sweet goods and savory products. The facility will incorporate next-generation technologies, offering greater flexibility and sustainability in food production, particularly in plant-based and healthier food options.

(PRESS RELEASE)KAISERAUGST/MAASTRICHT (Netherlands),, 4-Jun-2025 — /EuropaWire/ — dsm-firmenich, a global leader in nutrition, health, and beauty, has announced the start of construction on a cutting-edge production facility in Parma, Italy, which is set to be completed by the first quarter of 2027. This new plant will allow the company to expand its production capabilities in concentrated powder flavors, reaction flavors, culinary blends, and functional blends, creating over 100 new jobs. This expansion is part of dsm-firmenich’s strategy to enhance its global flavor capacity, focusing on high-growth markets such as sweet goods and savory products, while incorporating advanced, sustainable technologies.

Next-Generation Technology for Enhanced Flexibility

The new facility will feature the latest technological advancements, including a state-of-the-art encapsulation process for liquid flavors in dry blends. With this, dsm-firmenich’s customers will benefit from ultra-efficient production capabilities, automated packaging lines, modern warehouse systems, and quality control labs. Additionally, the site will support the production of functional blends, catering to rising demand for plant-based products and healthier ready-to-eat meals.

Maurizio Clementi, Executive Vice President of Taste at dsm-firmenich, said, “Our investment in this new facility reflects our commitment to meeting the growing demand in the food industry. By expanding our capacity and investing in next-generation technology, we can better serve our customers in Europe, India, and the Middle East, ensuring flexibility and speed in our operations.”

Strategic Location for Innovation and Synergy

The new facility will be strategically located in Parma, Italy’s renowned “Food Valley,” an area well known for its food industry talent and proximity to leading universities. Being located near dsm-firmenich’s Campus Italy site will foster even greater collaboration across functional areas, particularly in the development of plant proteins, food ingredients, and flavors.

Albert Plans, Senior Vice President of Operations at dsm-firmenich, added, “Choosing Parma for this new facility is a natural decision. The region offers an ecosystem rich with food industry expertise, providing a collaborative environment that will help us drive the future of food innovation. Additionally, it allows us to strengthen our relationships with key customers in the area.”

Long-Term Commitment to Sustainability and Growth

This investment underscores dsm-firmenich’s long-term commitment to sustainability and scalable solutions. With a focus on the growing segments of sweet goods and savory products, the new facility in Parma will enable the company to better serve its partners with high-quality, sustainable solutions, driving further innovation in the global flavor market.

About dsm-firmenich

As innovators in nutrition, health, and beauty, dsm-firmenich reinvents, manufactures, and combines vital nutrients, flavors, and fragrances for the world’s growing population to thrive. With our comprehensive range of solutions, with natural and renewable ingredients and renowned science and technology capabilities, we work to create what is essential for life, desirable for consumers, and more sustainable for the planet. dsm-firmenich is a Swiss company with dual headquarters in Kaiseraugst, Switzerland and Maastricht, Netherlands, listed on the Euronext Amsterdam, with operations in almost 60 countries and revenues of more than €12 billion. With a diverse, worldwide team of nearly 30,000 employees, we bring progress to life every day, everywhere, for billions of people.

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