(IN BRIEF) A new study by Unilever, in collaboration with the University of Liverpool, has revealed a potential link between the skin microbiome and psychological wellbeing. The research found that higher levels of the skin bacterium Cutibacterium, especially on the … Read the full press release
Posted in Apparel, Fashion & Beauty, Business, Financial, Healthcare, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Retail, Science, Technology, United Kingdom
Tagged beauty and wellbeing, beauty products, Cutibacterium, Dermalogica, Dove, mental health, microbiome study, mood improvement, Pond’s, psychological wellbeing, R&D, skin microbiome, skin-brain axis, skincare research, stress reduction, Unilever, University of Liverpool, Vaseline
(IN BRIEF) National Grid plc has announced the appointment of Zoë Yujnovich as its new Chief Executive, effective 17 November 2025. She will succeed John Pettigrew, who is retiring after nearly 10 years in the role. Zoë joins from Shell … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Energy, Gas & Oil, Financial, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, News, Technology, United Kingdom
Tagged appointment, Board of Directors, Chief Executive, energy networks, energy sector, John Pettigrew, leadership, leadership transition, national grid, Paula Reynolds, Rio Tinto, Shell, strategic transformation, succession planning, Tony Langley, Unilever, Zoe Yujnovich
(IN BRIEF) Unilever has unveiled Cif Infinite Clean, a revolutionary home cleaning product that uses natural probiotics to clean surfaces more effectively and sustainably. The dormant probiotics activate on contact with dirt and provide a deep clean that lasts up … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Chemicals, Industrial, Management, United Kingdom
Tagged 2025 cleaning innovation, biodegradable cleaning, bioscience, CIF, Earth Day, Eduardo Campanella, home care innovation, home hygiene, Infinite Clean, microbiome cleaning, pet-safe cleaners, probiotic technology, probiotics, refillable cleaning product, sustainable cleaning, TikTok cleaning trends, UK product launch, Unilever
(IN BRIEF) Symrise received the renowned “Partner to Win Award” at Unilever’s 2025 Awards Ceremony in London on April 2, 2025, for its transformative work on India’s mint supply chain. The award highlights the success of the “Bridging the Gap” … Read the full press release
Posted in Awards, Business, Commodities, Environment, Financial, Germany, Government, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Retail, Technology, United Kingdom
Tagged Awards, climate-smart agriculture, decarbonization, farmer empowerment, INNOVATION, leadership, mint supply chain, oral care, Partner to Win Award, partnership, renewable energy, strategic partnership, sustainability, sustainable sourcing, Symrise, Unilever, Uttar Pradesh
(IN BRIEF) Unilever has announced that Hein Schumacher will step down as CEO and Board Director by March 1, 2025, with Fernando Fernandez, currently the CFO, succeeding him as CEO. This leadership transition aligns with the company’s commitment to further … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Food & Beverage, Industrial, Management, United Kingdom
Tagged Beauty & Wellbeing, Board Director, CEO Appointment, Chief Executive Officer, executive remuneration, Fernando Fernandez, financial outlook, GAP, global leadership, Growth Action Plan, Hein Schumacher, Ice Cream business separation, Latin America, medium-term guidance, performance-driven leadership, productivity programme, Shareholder Value, Srinivas Phatak, Unilever, Unilever leadership change, Unilever strategy
(IN BRIEF) Unilever has announced its partnership with UEFA as an official sponsor for UEFA Women’s EURO 2025, with several of its leading brands, including Hellmann’s, Knorr, Dove, and Rexona, supporting the tournament. This collaboration builds on Unilever’s successful sponsorship … Read the full press release
Posted in Apparel, Fashion & Beauty, Business, Commodities, Entertainment, Financial, Food & Beverage, Government, Healthcare, Industrial, Investment, Management, Media, News, Sports, United Kingdom
Tagged brand partnership, consumer engagement, Dove, FIFA World Cup™, football tournament, global sports sponsorship, Hellmann’s, Knorr, marketing, partnership, Rexona, sponsorship, sports campaigns, Sports Sponsorship, Switzerland, UEFA, UEFA EURO 2024™, UEFA Women’s EURO 2025, Unilever, women’s football, Women’s World Cup
(IN BRIEF) On October 10, 2024, Unilever announced the successful sale of its Russian subsidiary to Arnest Group, a local manufacturer specializing in perfumes, cosmetics, and household products. This transaction encompasses Unilever’s entire operations in Russia, including its four production … Read the full press release
Posted in Apparel, Fashion & Beauty, Business, Commodities, Financial, Government, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Retail, Science, Technology, United Kingdom
Tagged acquisition, Arnest Group, Hein Schumacher, partnership, RUSSIA, sustainability, Unilever
(IN BRIEF) Unilever and Accenture are enhancing their partnership to set a new benchmark in generative AI-driven productivity. Through a multi-year program, Unilever aims to build on its existing AI applications and leverage Accenture’s GenWizard platform to drive efficiencies, cost … Read the full press release
Posted in Artificial Intelligence (AI), Business, Commodities, Financial, Government, Industrial, Investment, Ireland, Management, News, Technology, United Kingdom
Tagged Accenture, AI, GenWizard platform, Hein Schumacher, Julie Sweet, partnership, Unilever
(IN BRIEF) Unilever has sold its stake in Qinyuan Group, known for water purification solutions in China, to Yong Chao Venture Capital Co., Ltd. This move is part of Unilever’s Growth Action Plan to focus on higher-growth areas. Eduardo Campanella, … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Commodities, Environment, Financial, Food & Beverage, Government, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Retail, United Kingdom
Tagged acquisition, CHINA, Eduardo Campanella, Mr. Ye Jianrong, partnership, Qinyuan Group, sustainability, Unilever, Yong Chao Venture Capital Co. Ltd.
(IN BRIEF) Unilever has agreed to sell its water purification business, Pureit, to A. O. Smith, a leading global water technology company. Pureit, which operates in countries including India, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Vietnam, and Mexico, offers a range of water … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Commodities, Environment, Financial, Government, Industrial, Investment, Management, Marketing, News, Technology, United Kingdom
Tagged A. O. Smith, acquisition, Bangladesh, Eduardo Campanella, INDIA, Kevin J. Wheeler, Mexico, partnership, Pureit, Sri Lanka, sustainability, Unilever, USA, Vietnam, Water Purification Business
(IN BRIEF) Unilever has announced its first-quarter results for 2024, revealing a 4.4% increase in underlying sales growth, driven by a 2.2% rise in volume. All five business groups reported growth, led by Beauty & Wellbeing. Turnover reached €15.0 billion, … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Commodities, Economy, Financial, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, United Kingdom
Tagged Financial, Hein Schumacher, investment, Q1 2024 Results, Unilever
(IN BRIEF) Unilever introduces Wonder Wash, a groundbreaking laundry detergent under its Dirt Is Good brand, designed to excel even in short 15-minute cycles. Leveraging robotics and AI, Unilever has developed a science-backed solution to address evolving laundry needs, catering … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Unilever has announced the appointment of Heiko Schipper as President of the Nutrition Business Group, effective May 1, 2024. Heiko, currently serving as President of Bayer Consumer Health, brings extensive experience and a successful track record in the … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Commodities, Food & Beverage, Industrial, Management, News, United Kingdom
Tagged appointment, Heiko Schipper, Hein Schumacher, leadership, Nutrition Business Group, President, Unilever
(IN BRIEF) Unilever has announced its financial results for the full year 2023, revealing an underlying sales growth of 7.0% driven by positive volumes. Despite challenges such as adverse currency impacts and net disposals, the company achieved a turnover of … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Unilever has made a significant move towards reducing energy consumption in the ice cream industry by offering a free non-exclusive license for 12 reformulation patents. These patents are aimed at enabling ice cream products to remain stable at … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Commodities, Energy, Gas & Oil, Environment, Food & Beverage, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Management, News, Technology, Transportation & Logistics, United Kingdom
Tagged Andy Sztehlo, energy-efficient, Ice Cream Industry, Reformulation Patents, sustainability, Unilever
(IN BRIEF) Unilever has announced the appointment of Fernando Fernandez as its new Chief Financial Officer (CFO), effective from January 1, 2024. Fernandez, currently the President of Unilever’s Beauty & Wellbeing Business Group, will succeed Graeme Pitkethly, who is retiring … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Unilever has announced the sale of Dollar Shave Club to Nexus Capital Management LP, a US-based private equity firm. Dollar Shave Club, known for its razors and male grooming products, will continue to serve consumers in North America … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Google Cloud and Unilever have jointly launched the “My Unilever” app, designed to digitally connect Unilever’s factory-based employees globally. The app, built on Google Cloud and delivered in partnership with Accenture, provides factory-based colleagues with secure access to … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Unilever and Barry Callebaut have extended their strategic supply agreement for cocoa and chocolate. Barry Callebaut will continue delivering chocolate innovations for Unilever’s ice cream products, driving long-term growth. The partnership also focuses on supporting Unilever in achieving … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Unilever personal care brands, including Rexona, Dove, Lifebuoy, and Lux, have been announced as the Official Sponsors of the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023. This partnership is a first for FIFA, as it includes personal care brands across … Read the full press release
Posted in Apparel, Fashion & Beauty, Business, Entertainment, Marketing, Sports, United Kingdom
Tagged degree, Dove, FIFA, FIFA esports, FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023™, FIFA Women’s World Cup Australia & New Zealand 2023™, FIFA World Cup 2026™, FIFAe Finals, Lifebuoy, Lux, personal care, Rexona, sponsorship, sports, Sure, Unilever, Women’s Development Programme, women’s football, women’s sporting event
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