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Prodalim has acquired René Laurent, a beverage flavours producer based in southern France, from International Flavors & Fragrances (IFF).

Founded in 1885 in the Grasse region, René Laurent specialises in beverage flavour solutions and aromatic ingredients. The company works with multinational and local beverage manufacturers and develops customised formulations across syrups, liqueurs, naturals and coffee. Its capabilities include an extensive flavour library and in-house distillation and extraction.

René Laurent will be integrated into Prodalim’s Beverage Compounds division, expanding the group’s platform of juice-based compounds, multi-blends, functional compounds and flavour-based solutions. Prodalim said the acquisition will enhance its ability to offer a “one-stop-shop” for customised beverage development.

The deal forms part of Prodalim’s wider transformation strategy. The company has reorganised into three divisions: Juice Solutions; Specialty Ingredients & Solutions (covering essential oils, fruit-based essences, flavours, beverage compounds and functional ingredients such as citrus fibres and natural colours); and Solos, which provides de-alcoholisation solutions for the no- and low-alcohol sector.

Prodalim said all divisions are supported by a vertically integrated supply chain designed around circular economy principles.

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