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October 16 2015, David R Brown

ORKILA forges new partnership with Firmenich for liquid and powder flavours distribution

Swiss-based Firmenich SA, the world's largest privately-owned company in the fragrance and flavour industry, has appointed ORKILA as an exclusive distributor for its collection of liquid and powder flavors in Algeria, Egypt, Ghana and Nigeria.

Orkila's successful track record of good service and reliability makes them an ideal partner

Tareq Abu Al Rub<>Commercial Director for Firmenich

“Firmenich is an important partner to Orkila's expansion strategy in Africa strengthening our portfolio products in the life science sector, which is a core activity of the group,” commented Christophe Sacy, Chief Operating Officer at Orkila. “We believe that Firmenich's wealth of knowledge will bring innovative solutions and services tailored to our customers' needs.”

Tareq Abu Al Rub, Commercial Director for Firmenich in the Middle East and North Africa said that distribution is a key pillar for the company`s future growth, and they are excited that Orkila will serve as the exclusive distributor of their products and technologies in these important markets. “Their successful track record of good service and reliability makes them an ideal partner,” he concluded.

About ORKILA
Orkila is a multinational leading distributor of specialty chemicals and food ingredients operating in Africa and the Middle East, serving thousands of customers across the region. Headquartered in Beirut, the group operates a distribution network selling in more than 35 countries. Employing more than 250 people and located in 19 regional centers, the company`s business is supported by a sales and marketing organization selling products into a wide range of life science and industrial applications such as Food, Pharmaceuticals, Paint & Construction, Home & Personal Care, Animal Nutrition & Agrochemicals, Oil field, Plastic and Water treatment.

Source(s): Orkila Press Release

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