Christian Stammkoetter to take over as head of Givaudan in March 2026

Swiss taste, perfume, and beauty components producer Givaudan introduced on Wednesday, August 27, that will probably be renewing its administration workforce in 2026.

Christian Stammkoetter, who was beforehand President of Asia, Center East & Africa and a member of the Government Committee at Danone, is becoming a member of Givaudan and can succeed Gilles Andrier as Chief Government Officer, efficient March 1, 2026.

After 30 years with the Givaudan Group, together with 20 at its helm, Gilles Andrier will stand as a candidate to succeed Calvin Grieder, who has introduced his intention to step down as Chairman of the Board of Administrators on the subsequent Annual Common Assembly on March 19, 2026.

2030 development targets

The announcement of this administration transition comes alongside the group’s publication of its new targets for 2030. Givaudan is aiming for common gross sales development of 4-6% on a like-for-like foundation and common free money move of over 12%.

To this finish, the group intends to actively pursue its exterior development coverage by seizing acquisition alternatives according to its technique.

With regard to its Perfume & Magnificence division, Givaudan intends to proceed increasing its capabilities within the premium marketplace for biotechnology-based beauty components, in addition to throughout your complete skincare and make-up options section, constructing specifically on the acquisition of b.kolor in 2024.