Thuravur, Kerala – In a landmark development for the food industry, dsm-firmenich VKL Seasoning – a dsm-firmenich company – has inaugurated its newly expanded seasoning plant in Thuravur, Kerala. The opening, perfectly timed with the festive spirit of Onam in Kerala and Ganesh Chaturthi across India, marks an auspicious step forward in growth, innovation, and sustainable food solutions.
A Game-Changer for the Industry
The expansion is more than just added capacity. While it strengthens speed-to-market and enhances the ability to deliver customized flavor solutions for both domestic and global markets, its biggest milestone is setting a new industry benchmark.
The Thuravur plant is now officially India’s first facility producing 100% Ethylene Oxide (EtO)-free seasonings—a breakthrough that reflects dsm-firmenich’s commitment to food safety, quality, and innovation. This marks a transformative moment for the industry where exceptional taste meets uncompromising safety.
A Celebration of Collaboration and Vision
The inauguration ceremony brought together global leaders and dignitaries. Members of the dsm-firmenich global Taste team—Maurizio Clementi, Marco Monteiro, Albert Plans, PhD, and Florian C.—joined the celebration in Kerala to mark this milestone.
The event was further honored by the presence of Juan Pedro S., Counsellor and Head of the Economic, Trade and Finance Section at the Embassy of Switzerland in India and Bhutan, making his first official corporate visit to the plant.
A Cultural and Corporate Milestone
From the ribbon-cutting ceremony to an evening rich with cultural exchanges, the inauguration reflected the spirit of collaboration, pride, and shared purpose.
Acknowledging the Team Behind the Vision
The achievement is a testament to the dedication of the project management and operations teams. Special appreciation was extended to Ashish Tyagi, Neetu, P.S. Saji, Benny John, Anishmon Sasidharan, Ambili Johnson, Aakash Kulshreshtha, Biju Joseph, CA Akshay Punjabi, Nishad KN, Suraj Gopalakrishnan, Rakesh Mahadik, Sreeja Nair, and the VKL operations colleagues, whose excellence turned this vision into reality.
Looking Ahead
With this expansion, dsm-firmenich VKL Seasoning strengthens its leadership in the Indian and global food markets, setting the stage for a future where flavor innovation, safety, and sustainability go hand in hand.

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