DKSH has been awarded the “Biggest Single Launch 2019” from Beneo for its outstanding achievements as an exclusive partner in Japan.
Media Release
Tokyo, Japan, March 6, 2020 － DKSH Business Unit Performance Materials received the award in the category “Biggest Single Launch 2019” from its key client, Beneo, the leading manufacturer of functional ingredients based in Belgium and Germany. The Beneo Sales Network Meeting 2020 was held in Sitges, Spain and was attended by Beneo's business partners from 50 countries around the world. After the success of last year, the 2020 award marks the second time that DKSH Japan has been awarded by Beneo.
For over 20 years, DKSH Japan has provided import, marketing and sales as well as distribution services as the exclusive partner for Beneo's Orafti products Inulin and Oligofructose, derived from chicory roots.
DKSH has consistently increased its sales of Orafti products in the Japanese market by focusing on the products' nutritional benefits. Orafti's offerings comprise prebiotics, which support helpful bacteria and other organisms in the gut. In addition, they enable strong colonic fermentation to ensure an efficient digestive process. The products can also be easily combined with beneficial bacteria, such as bifidobacteria and lactobacillus, which help prevent infections and general digestion problems. The successful introduction of Beneo's Inulin to a major dairy food company in Japan contributed to this prestigious award.
Michael Loefflad, Representative Director and President of DKSH Japan, commented: “I am very proud of the team not only for achieving such an outstanding result, but also for being awarded for two consecutive years. This award reflects the hard work, passionate dedication and our continuous commitment to delivering growth to our valued partner, Beneo. We are very committed to further promoting their outstanding portfolio. The products perfectly fit the Japanese market demand due to their proven effectiveness in nutritional aspects as well as technical advantages in the replacement of fat and sugar.”
For further information, please contact:
DKSH Japan K.K.
Asuka Maki
Manager, Branding & Communications
Phone +81 3 5730 7342
asuka.maki@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 companies to grow across the Business Units Healthcare, Consumer Goods, Performance Materials and Technology. The service portfolio covers sourcing, market insights, marketing and sales, eCommerce, distribution and logistics as well as after-sales services. Publicly listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange, the Group operates in 36 markets with 33,350 specialists, generating net sales of CHF 11.6 billion in 2019. With its Swiss heritage, DKSH has been deeply rooted in Asia Pacific since 1865. The DKSH Business Unit Performance Materials distributes specialty chemicals and ingredients for food, pharmaceutical, personal care and various industrial applications. With 46 innovation centers and regulatory support worldwide, we create cutting-edge formulations that comply with local regulations. With around 1,100 specialists, the Business Unit generated net sales of CHF 1.0 billion in 2019.