By integrating specialty chemicals distributor Axieo, DKSH has gained broader market coverage and customer reach in the Asia Pacific region and now assumes a leading role in the Australian and New Zealand markets.
Media release
Melbourne, October 9, 2020 – DKSH has successfully completed the integration of Axieo in Australia and New Zealand. This step is in line with the Group's strategy to further strengthen and expand its market position and geographical footprint in Business Unit Performance Materials in Asia Pacific. As previously reported, the expansion includes two innovation centers in collaboration with the renowned Monash University in Melbourne, bringing the DKSH global network of innovation centers to 46 worldwide.
Founded in 1950, Axieo has sold, marketed and distributed specialty chemicals and ingredients to nearly 3,000 customers. The ingredients are applied across the personal care, pharmaceutical as well as food and beverage industries.The specialty chemicals are used in multiple industrial applications, such as coatings, plastics and agriculture.
“DKSH is delighted to integrate Axieo into its global team. Axieo is brimming with talent and innovative products. Our six offices give us true reach across Australia and New Zealand. The integration marks an exciting development for our new and existing customers, as we enrich the region with additional market insights, value-added services and our broad network,” says Ben Hopkins, Senior Director, DKSH Performance Materials, Australia & New Zealand. “We see opportunities across many market segments. Our global resources and focus will really boost our bandwidth in both markets. The Axieo business profile creates insights and opportunities for DKSH that we can leverage for our global network.''
For further information, please contact:
DKSH Australia Pty. Ltd.
Tina Thai
Specialist, Branding & Communications
Mobile +61 409 853 136
tina.thai@dksh.com
DKSH New Zealand Limited
Michelle McEwen
Specialist, Branding & Communications
Phone +64 6 350 1712
michelle.mcewen@dksh.com
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.