On October 14, 2024, Givaudan announced the groundbreaking of its state-of-the-art production facility in Cikarang, Indonesia. The site is said to complement the existing facility in Indonesia, represents an initial investment of CHF 50 million and will span 24,000 square meters within a total reserved land area of 50,000 square meters to accommodate future expansion plans.
Construction has started and is expected to be completed within 18 months, with operations scheduled to begin in the first half of 2026. The ceremony was attended by key government officials and representatives from Givaudan’s senior leadership team.
The Indonesia site will focus on producing a wide range of savory, sweet, and snack powders, as well as infant nutrition solutions. The facility is said to be designed to allow for the integration of sustainable technologies and features, including the utilization of solar power, recycled water systems, enhanced natural and LED lighting with sensors, purchase of electricity from certified green energy partners, and rainwater harvesting systems. These efforts will minimize the environmental impact and ensure long-term operational efficiency and resilience.
“The new facility in Cikarang marks a significant investment in Indonesia, reinforcing our commitment to expanding Givaudan’s manufacturing footprint in the Southeast Asia region. As market leaders, this expansion also enables us to seize growth opportunities through closer collaboration with our customers,” said Louie D'Amico, president of Taste & Wellbeing.
Christina Yeo, the head of Operations APAC, commenting at the opening ceremony, said, “At Givaudan, we are dedicated to purposeful growth. This groundbreaking ceremony represents a significant milestone, strengthening our production capabilities to co-create exceptional food experiences with our customers. By expanding our manufacturing footprint and enriching the communities we operate in, we continue to thrive on all fronts.”
