Symrise got honored with the renowned „Partner to Win Award“ at Unilever's 2025 Awards Ceremony, held in London on April 2, 2025. This prestigious accolade recognizes Symrise's contributions to innovation, sustainability, and collaboration.

Unilever acknowledged Symrise’s initiative "Bridging the Gap: Transforming Mint Supply Chains through Decarbonization, Sustainability, and Empowerment". It focuses on redefining India's mint supply chains and addresses environmental, social, and economic challenges. By engaging 25,000 farmers in Uttar Pradesh, the program has successfully implemented renewable energy solutions, water-efficient systems, and climate-smart agricultural practices. These efforts have ensured sustainable sourcing for Unilever's Oral Care brands while enhancing farmer resilience, increasing incomes, and stabilizing the supply chain.

Representatives of the Symrise top management participated in the ceremony and accepted the award. The presence of Dr. Jean-Yves Parisot, CEO; Walter Ribeiro, Board Member and Global President TN&H, Ricardo Omori, Global President Fragrance Division, Paul Chater, Global Account Director Unilever for S&C, SVP Global Accounts Food & Beverage John Triggs and VP Global Account Unilever for F&B Claus Boenisch underscored Symrise's commitment to sustainability and innovation in their partnerships.

Dr. Jean-Yves Parisot emphasized the relevance of the award by saying: "We thank Unilever for the great partnership and the recognition of our work. This award highlights the strength of our strategic collaboration with Unilever, driving innovation and sustainability in the mint supply chain."

The Symrise top managers added: “The award underlines our leadership in sustainable and decarbonized supply chains. We feel proud that our efforts got acknowledged. We will continue to committedly drive value for our partners, communities, and the environment.”