Layn opens Global Innovation Center and new production facility

11 Sep 2017 --- Layn Corp. has announced the opening of its Global Innovation Center in Shanghai, China and its new state-of-the-art production facility in Guangxi, China.

The Global Innovation Center brings together leading industry scientists and experts to support Layn’s ongoing commitment to the discovery of new innovations in sweetener and flavor systems, technologies and formulations. The center conducts ongoing research and provides formulation and lab support to food, beverage and pharmaceutical manufacturers around the world.

Layn’s new production facility nearly quadruples its current production capacity, further improves product quality, and decreases production costs. The facility is located in Guangxi, China – the agricultural center of monk fruit and sweet blackberry leaf crops. Layn is uniquely positioned as a global leader in the high-intensity sweetener market, and the new facility enables it to better manage the supply chain, and meet increased demand for quality ingredients.
 
“As a leading pioneer in the high-intensity, natural sweetener industry for over two decades, we've seen a significant increase in demand from our international customer base,” said Elaine Yu, President of Layn USA. “In today's environment of strict government regulation and consumer expectations regarding quality, transparency and sustainability, it is paramount that we continue to provide the best sweetener solutions today, and constantly drive innovation for tomorrow.”
 
With a focus on proprietary blends, the production facility uses state-of-the-art technology and equipment to offer improved quality, yield, waste reduction and sustainability. Combined with an increase in research and innovation, Layn is able to more consistently deliver industry-leading, quality ingredients at a competitive price.