20 Sep 2018 --- Firmenich is set to acquire US biotechnology company Senomyx, Inc., which uses proprietary taste science technologies to discover, develop and commercialize novel flavor ingredients and natural high-intensity sweeteners for the food and beverage industries. The acquisition and a distribution deal should allow Firmenich, the world’s largest privately owned company in the flavor and fragrance business, to expand its influence on the global flavors market, particularly high-intensity sweeteners.