Aker BioMarine is pleased to announce a new distribution agreement with global specialty ingredients solution provider Barentz International B.V., to further expand its reach across Europe.
As experts in human nutrition, together, Barentz and Aker BioMarine will bring high-quality, sustainable krill oil products to customers in Italy, San Marino, Belgium, Netherlands, and Luxembourg.
“We are excited for the journey ahead with Barentz and for the potential it has to help us further expand our footprint in Europe,” said Mercè Piñol, SVP Sales Human Health Ingredients EMEA & LATAM at Aker BioMarine. “Their expertise in life sciences combined with their extensive network and local presence, makes for the perfect recipe in helping to bring our products to a broader audience, especially to those interested in health and wellness.”
“The Barentz Nutraceutical team is proud to partner with Aker Biomarine,” said Alexandre Blanc, Market & Principals Director, Nutraceuticals at Barentz. “This new milestone will enable our customers to access pristine and sustainably sourced krill oil and reinforce Barentz’s positioning as the global specialty Nutraceutical actives provider. Combining Aker Biomarine’s unparalleled industrial expertise with Barentz extensive market footprint will ensure long-term business growth .”
About Aker BioMarine:
Aker BioMarine is a leading human health and nutrition innovator that develops krill-derived products for consumer health and nutrition. Krill is a natural, powerful, and health-promoting source of nutrients from the pristine waters of Antarctica, and Aker BioMarine has a unique position in its industry. The ingredient portfolio consists of Superba Krill Oil, Lysoveta, FloraMarine, and PL+, as well as the consumer brand, Kori Krill. The innovative approach also extends into the spin-offs AION (reduce and recycle plastic waste across industries) and Understory (a protein brand). Aker BioMarine is listed on the Oslo Stock Exchange (AKBM). More information is available at www.akerbiomarine.com.
About Barentz
Barentz is a leading global specialty ingredients solution provider. The company sources branded specialty ingredients from leading manufacturers worldwide and its ingredient experts provide value-added technical support which includes pre-mixing, blending, ingredient formulation and ingredient testing from its state-of-the-art, customized formulation centers and application laboratories in EMEA, Americas and Asia-Pacific.
Established in 1953, Barentz has operations in more than 70 countries with a strong presence in Europe and North America, and a rapidly growing network in Latin America and Asia-Pacific. With a turnover of circa €2.4 billion, the company employs around 2,700 people worldwide and serves over 27,000 customers. For more information, visit: www.barentz.com