Marking 25 years in Germany: Bell Flavors & Fragrances invests in innovation, management and R&D

19 Jun 2018 --- Bell Flavors and Fragrances EMEA is making strategic investments in creativity, innovation and reliability, which are the primary objectives of the independently managed family-owned company. Bell intends to expand its significant role in the industry in the future and is, therefore, investing in the areas of logistics, research & development and quality management.

The year 2018 is marked by its 25th anniversary in Germany and the company's future focus.

An important part of its strategic direction and Bell's 2020 strategy is the state-of-the-art logistics center, which was put into operation in 2017 and covers an area of over 4,200-square meter. 

Raymond Heinz, President of Bell Flavors & Fragrances, explains: “Modern warehouse management systems and technology enable efficient logistics and are therefore an important element for a smooth and successful cooperation with our business partners – customers and suppliers alike. The new logistics center is the largest single investment in Bell’s history in the location in Germany and part of an extensive strategic investment program that not only improves the future viability of our location but also further expands our position in the industry.”

Bell has also created additional capacities by investing in a new mixing plant in the production section for large-scale liquid mixing. At the same time, quality assurance was also equipped with state-of-the-art technology to continue to meet the industry's highest standards and fulfill the increasing requirements as a reliable business partner. 

Bell sees the key to further success in a compelling combination of market and consumer expertise and technological lead, to create innovative and trendsetting product solutions. Accordingly, the company is investing in this area and is deepening its knowledge, for example in the beverage division, by further expanding its application technology. The acquisition of a new carbonization system enables Bell to carry out improved and realistic application tests in the laboratory and to prepare product samples according to cutting-edge industry standards. 

Bell Flavors & Fragrances EMEA will also expand its competencies in market and consumer research within the next two years, focusing on Sensory Consumer Insights. Within the entire food and beverage industry, the field of research on sensory analysis and performance is gaining importance. Purchasing decisions nowadays are made including all senses and above all taste plays a vital role. With the strategic expansion of the sensory department, Bell is taking future-oriented actions strengthening its position as a competent partner for its customers.

In that sense, Bell will also dedicate itself to further investments in Leipzig as well as within its global representations and continue the program, in the long term. The continuous optimization of its product portfolio in the course of future-proof developments for beverages, food products, perfume, household care and personal care products is just as much a focus as the expansion of Bell’s technological expertise. Thus, enabling Bell to secure its role within the industry and continuously act as a reliable and trusted partner in the future.

The history of Bell Flavors & Fragrances dates back to 1829 with its globally important predecessor Schimmel & Co. The owner-run Bell Flavors & Fragrances GmbH grew into an internationally operating manufacturer within the last 25 years thanks to extensive strategic investments, creating flavors and fragrances for the food and beverage industry, the household and personal care sector and the perfume industry. Where Nobel Prize winners once studied the distillation of essential oils, today dedicated employees work in research and development, production, marketing and sales in an international environment.

With a total area of 200,000-square meters, the German facility today is one of the largest production sites for flavors and fragrances in Europe. Product safety and sustainability have the highest priority with respect to people and the environment, according to the company.