Univar Solutions and Ingredion Incorporated have announced a significant expansion of their distribution partnership into Germany, Italy, and Switzerland for the food and beverage market. The longstanding collaboration between these global leaders in specialty ingredients aims to meet the increasing demand for healthier, more sustainable, and flavorful products. With over 30 years of partnership in Europe, the Middle East, and Africa, Univar Solutions and Ingredion offer a wide range of specialty ingredients, including starches, plant-based proteins, and sweeteners, catering to the evolving needs of food manufacturers.
Nick Powell, SVP and divisional president of Ingredients & Specialties at Univar Solutions, expressed enthusiasm about the extended partnership with Ingredion, highlighting their shared commitment to delivering exceptional ingredients and innovative solutions to customers worldwide. The collaboration focuses on providing high-performing ingredient solutions that address the changing landscape of food preferences and industry trends, emphasizing quality, service, and innovation. Through this strategic alliance, both companies aim to unlock new growth opportunities and enhance customer satisfaction across global markets.
In response to the growing consumer interest in health-conscious and sustainable nutrition, food and beverage manufacturers are seeking ways to enhance the nutritional value of their products while maintaining taste and quality. Ingredion and Univar Solutions offer an innovative food ingredient portfolio that includes modified, organic, and clean-label starches, plant-based proteins, and Stevia natural sweeteners. These ingredients cater to various applications in bakery, dairy, savory dishes, and beverages, enabling manufacturers to improve product performance, reduce fat and sugar content, enhance texture, and achieve cost efficiency, ultimately leading to the introduction of premium-quality products in the market.
Michael O'Riordan, senior vice president of texture and healthful solutions for EMEA and Asia-Pacific at Ingredion, expressed excitement about the extended collaboration with Univar Solutions in key European markets. This enhanced partnership aims to provide customers with improved access to innovative solutions in texture and health, aligning with the companies' commitment to delivering cutting-edge ingredient solutions. By leveraging their combined expertise and resources, Ingredion and Univar Solutions strive to enhance customer experience, accelerate product development, and adapt to evolving consumer preferences in the food and beverage industry.
The distribution partnership between Univar Solutions and Ingredion signifies a strategic move to address the dynamic needs of the food and beverage market in select European regions. By offering a diverse range of specialty ingredients and innovative solutions, the collaboration aims to support food manufacturers in developing nutritionally enhanced, sustainable, and flavorful products that resonate with today's health-conscious consumers. With a focus on quality, innovation, and customer satisfaction, Univar Solutions and Ingredion continue to drive positive change in the food industry and shape the future of nutrition solutions.
