Givaudan has announced the ground-breaking of its new production facility in Cikarang, Indonesia, reinforcing its commitment to the South East Asia region. The new site, which will complement Givaudan’s existing facility in Indonesia, represents an initial investment of CHF50m and will span 24,000 sq m within a total reserved land area of 50,000 sq m to accommodate future expansion plans. It will focus on producing a wide range of savoury, sweet, and snack powders, as well as infant nutrition solutions. The official ceremony was attended by key government officials and representatives from Givaudan’s senior leadership team.
“The new facility in Cikarang marks a significant investment in Indonesia, reinforcing our commitment to expanding Givaudan’s manufacturing footprint in the South East 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 and wellbeing.
Set for substantial growth, the site is positioned to expand in size over time as Givaudan continues to invest in technologies and production processes. This strategic facility will enhance Givaudan’s presence in the region, bringing production closer to its customers and providing innovative solutions to meet the increasing demand while contributing to local economic development.
The new production facility will create around 60 jobs across diverse skill sets and drive a health-focused community programme, highlighting Givaudan’s commitment to fostering local talent and the sustainable growth of Indonesia’s economy.
At the opening ceremony, Christina Yeo, head of operations in APAC at Givaudan, commented: “At Givaudan, we are dedicated to purposeful growth. This ground-breaking 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.”
Aligned with Givaudan’s sustainability goals, the new facility is designed for the future integration of sustainable technologies and features, including the utilisation 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 minimise the environmental impact and ensure long-term operational efficiency and resilience.
Construction has started and is expected to be completed within 18 months, with operations scheduled to begin in the first half of 2026.
