DKSH received the “Best Growth 2018” award from Beneo for its outstanding achievements as an exclusive partner in Japan.
Media Release
Tokyo, Japan, May 6, 2019 － DKSH's Business Unit Performance Materials received the award from its key client, Beneo, the Belgium-based leading manufacturer of functional ingredients, for its continuous effort to proactively increase sales in the Japanese market. By working closely with Beneo on its business development, DKSH was able to consequently increase sales of Beneo's Orafti product range.
For over 20 years, DKSH has been the exclusive partner for Beneo's Orafti products in Japan, providing import and regulatory support, sales and marketing as well as distribution services. Orafti products include Inulin and Oligofructose, which are derived from chicory roots to provide nutritional and technical benefits.
Michael Loefflad, Representative Director and President of DKSH Japan, commented: “I am extremely proud of my team for having achieved such an outstanding result and I am grateful and honored that we have received this award from our valued business partner, Beneo. The award is testament to our commitment to delivering effective promotional activities that support Beneo in their growth. We will continuously leverage the best possible Market Expansion Services for Beneo in Japan and look forward to our continued success together.”
The regional workshop, which was held recently in Bali, Indonesia, was attended by professionals from 15 countries in Asia Pacific. It is the first time that DKSH Japan has been awarded with this recognition by Beneo.
For further information, please contact:
DKSH Japan K.K.
Asuka Maki
Manager, Branding & Communications
Phone +81 3 5730 7342
asuka.maki@dksh.com
DKSH Performance Materials
Daniel Hollister
Manager, Group Communications
Phone +44 20 8879 5500
daniel.hollister@dksh.com
About Beneo
Formed by the companies Orafti, Palatinit and Remy in 2007, Beneo is a 100 percent subsidiary of the Südzucker Group and has long-term experience in developing and producing functional ingredients. It employs more than 1,000 people and markets its products in over 80 countries. Through a unique chain of expertise, including the Beneo-Institute, the Beneo-Technology Center and the team for Market Intelligence and Consumer Insights, the company supports customers throughout the entire product development process.
About DKSH
DKSH is the leading Market Expansion Services provider with a focus on Asia. The Group helps other companies and brands to grow in the Consumer Goods, Healthcare, Performance Materials and Technology sectors. DKSH’s portfolio of services includes sourcing, market insights, marketing and sales, distribution and logistics as well as after-sales services. Publicly listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange, the Group operates in 35 markets with 33,000 specialists, generating net sales of CHF 11.3 billion in 2018. With its strong Swiss heritage and long business tradition since 1865, DKSH is deeply rooted in Asia Pacific. The DKSH Business Unit Performance Materials distributes specialty chemicals and ingredients for food, pharmaceutical, personal care and various industrial applications. With 39 innovation centers and regulatory support worldwide, we create cutting edge formulations that comply with local regulations. With around 1,080 specialists, the Business Unit generated net sales of CHF 960.4 million in 2018.