NEWS


Sweetch acquires R&D outfit Laboratoire Greenpharma


French cosmetic ingredients maker Sweetch has acquired compatriots Laboratoire Greenpharma, an R&D specialist in natural active ingredients, phytochemistry and green extraction technologies. Orléans-based Laboratoire


Greenpharma’s capabilities will be integrated into Sweetch’s R&D pipeline to accelerate the development of new cosmetic actives and strengthen scientific substantiation and claims support. Sweetch said the acquisition


would strengthen its position in the global cosmetic ingredient market by expanding its active ingredients portfolio and reinforcing its end-to- end innovation capabilities, from ingredient discovery to objectivated performance and responsible sourcing. By combining its expertise in


microbiome technologies, delivery systems, and sustainable formulation with Greenpharma’s advanced scientific infrastructure, Sweetch aims to provide cosmetic brands with accelerated access to validated, high- performance natural ingredients.


CEO Cyril Gallardo said


Greenpharma immediately enhances Sweetch’s innovation ecosystem. “The chemoinformatic platform


and extensive proprietary database allow unequalled ingredient selection and accelerated development,” he added. “These unique tools, combined


with state-of-the-art extraction technologies, including supercritical CO2


, a sophisticated analytical


laboratory, and green chemistry capabilities, form an outstanding, industry-leading innovation ecosystem.” French private equity outfit Ekkio


Capital established Sweetch in July 2024 via a trio of acquisitions. Dutch skin microbiota specialist


Gobiotics, French delivery systems maker Creathes, and CreaChem, a


Belgian producer of saccharides from chicory roots, beet roots and rice, united under the Sweetch umbrella. From the perspective of


Laboratoire Greenpharma, the acquisition reflects strong alignment in values and long-term vision. “The values of both companies


are aligned in terms of human and scientific values. We have a complementary catalogue considering products and services. That is why synergies will be present at different levels,” said Philippe Bernard, founder of Laboratoire Greenpharma. “Furthermore, we will gain


increased visibility both locally and internationally. The group will acquire the momentum to face the challenges of the cosmetic industry of the future.” Laboratoire Greenpharma will bring its scientific and technical expertise in natural products, as well as cutting-edge technologies such as integrated AI in the R&D process, added Bernard. The financial terms of the


acquisition were not disclosed. Canada’s New Directions Aromatics buys US-based AFI


Canadian speciality natural ingredients supplier New Directions Aromatics has acquired Aromatic Fragrances International, a US e-commerce-enabled B2B fragrance supplier to beauty, personal care, home care, and other markets. Founded in 2013 by Sean


Riordan and Josh Thompson and based in Cartersville, Georgia, Aromatic Fragrances is a formulator and manufacturer of compounded fragrances serving beauty, personal care, home fragrance, and other consumer brands. Aromatic Fragrance’s in- house perfumers, proprietary fragrance library of more than 50,000 scents and US-based manufacturing capabilities are all supported by an e-commerce infrastructure that facilitates ordering, customization, and servicing.


www.personalcaremagazine.com Toronto-based New Directions


Aromatics said the deal brings together two complementary and specialty ingredients businesses, creating an e-commerce enabled platform serving B2B customers across consumer end markets. “Aromatic Fragrances’ product


development expertise and e-commerce-enabled operating model complements our core focus of providing natural and organic ingredients through a digitally driven customer experience,” said CEO Sergio Pereira. “Combined, we are positioned


as a specialty ingredients platform focused on expanding customer access to differentiated inputs, while remaining true to our guiding principles of quality, innovation, and service.” “We built Aromatic Fragrances


in an effort to make fragrance innovation accessible and reliable for growing brands,” said Riordan. “This partnership brings together complementary capabilities intended to provide customers access to broader ingredient capabilities and enhanced resources.” Co-founder Thompson


added: “Joining forces with New Directions supports the expansion of our capabilities and service offering while maintaining focus on customer service and quality. Sean and I are excited to continue leading Aromatic Fragrances as we build the next chapter together.”


Safic-Alcan hires Victor Zubb to


head up Americas French speciality chemicals distributor Safic-Alcan has hired Victor Zubb from Seqens to be its vice-president for the Americas. Reporting directly to chief


executive officer Yann Lissillour, Zubb is the Paris-based company’s first regional vice-presidency. As vice-president Americas, Zubb


will oversee all regional operations, ensuring strategic alignment, integration of recent acquisitions, and strengthened collaboration with suppliers and customers across the continents. Zubb holds a Bachelor of Science


in Chemistry from Loyola University Chicago and an MBA from Rutgers University. His career spans senior


leadership roles in distribution and specialty ingredients at Hallstar, Soliance, and Givaudan - where he served as global head of sales, Active Beauty - and most recently as vice-president and general manager of Seqens Personal Care. Safic-Alcan said the appointment


comes at a time of significant expansion across the region. In 2022, Safic-Alcan reinforced


its presence in Brazil through the acquisitions of Sarfam and Proquimil, building a strong foundation in one of Latin America’s most dynamic specialty chemicals markets. More recently, the acquisition


of Anders Quimica extended the Group’s reach into other Latin American countries Argentina, Bolivia, Columbia, Chile, Ecuador, Paraguay, Peru and Uruguay, enhancing both geographic coverage and portfolio depth. “The creation of a regional


vice-presidency marks an important milestone for Safic- Alcan. The Americas have become an important pillar of our global strategy, and Victor’s appointment reflects both our confidence in the region’s growth potential and our ambition to operate with greater regional focus and agility,” said Lissillour.


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