Archives for February 19, 2008

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Strike at L'Oreal over low wages

By  Katie Bird

French workers at L'Oréal staged a strike yesterday calling for an increase in wages following the publication of the company's impressive financial results last week.

Quest acquisition enables Givaudan strategy shift

By  Laura Crowley

Givaudan achieved savings by integrating Quest International ahead of plan, increasing its product portfolio and allowing it to refocus on higher value-adding ingredients.

French toothpaste makes the jump into the US

By  Simon Pitman

French oral care brand Elgydium has announced a distribution agreement that will see its toothpaste on the shelves of leading drug stores throughout the US.