DKSH has expanded its exclusive distribution agreement with Cosucra, a leading producer of natural and healthy food ingredients, in Australia and New Zealand. By distributing Cosucra’s dietary fibers and plant-based proteins, DKSH will boost business opportunities for the partnership in the market.
Melbourne, Australia, August 7, 2024 – DKSH’s Business Unit Performance Materials, a leading distributor of specialty chemicals and ingredients, will provide business development, marketing, sales, logistics, and distribution services for Cosucra’s range of dietary fibers and plant-based proteins in Australia and New Zealand.
As a global leading producer of pea protein and inulin fibers, Cosucra utilizes the properties of two natural raw materials, chicory roots and peas, to develop ingredients for healthy, sustainable, and tasty food products. Cosucra’s naturally produced, trademarked ingredient range includes Fibrulose and Fibruline chicory root fibre, Pisane pea protein isolate range, as well as Swelite pea fibre, and Nastar pea starch.
Following a successful partnership in several countries in Europe and Asia, including Germany, Switzerland, and the Philippines, Cosucra has once again entrusted DKSH to grow its natural and healthy food ingredients business in Australia and New Zealand. This is thanks to DKSH’s extensive distribution network, strong capabilities in marketing and sales, and logistics in the market.
Todd King, Business Manager, APAC, Cosucra, commented: “We are excited to expand our global and regional partnership with DKSH to include Australia and New Zealand. These are important markets for Cosucra, and we are looking forward to working together to serve customers in Australia and New Zealand.”
Cesar Saez, Vice President, Global Food & Beverage Ingredients, DKSH, commented: “We are happy to advance our successful collaboration with Cosucra by bringing their dietary fibers and plant-based proteins to the food and beverage industry to Australia and New Zealand. DKSH’s extensive local presence, long-standing history, and comprehensive value-added services in the region will facilitate increased growth and market reach, expanding the availability of Cosucra’s food ingredients to a broader customer base.”
About Cosucra
Based in Warcoing, Belgium, Cosucra is a leading producer of dietary fibers and a pioneer in pea-based proteins. Cosucra believes in the food transition towards modern, healthy, and sustainable nutrition. Cosucra’s product range aims to improve people’s health by offering innovative food ingredients coming from naturally sourced raw materials, like chicory and peas. www.cosucra.com
About DKSH
DKSH’s purpose is to enrich people’s lives. For almost 160 years, DKSH has been delivering growth for companies in Asia and beyond across its Business Units Healthcare, Consumer Goods, Performance Materials, and Technology. As a leading Market Expansion Services provider, DKSH offers sourcing, market insights, marketing and sales, eCommerce, distribution and logistics as well as after-sales services. DKSH is a participant of the United Nations Global Compact and adheres to its principles-based approach to responsible business. Listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange, DKSH operates in 36 markets with 29,040 specialists, generating net sales of CHF 11.1 billion in 2023. DKSH Business Unit Performance Materials distributes specialty chemicals and ingredients for food, pharmaceutical, personal care, and various industrial applications. With 53 innovation centers and regulatory support worldwide, DKSH creates cutting-edge formulations that comply with local regulations. With around 1,600 specialists, the Business Unit generated net sales of CHF 1.4 billion in 2023. www.dksh.com/pm