Barentz

Barentz Strengthens DACH Position With NCD Ingredients Acquisition

Barentz, a global specialty ingredients provider, recently announced the acquisition of NCD Ingredients, a specialty, personal, and home care ingredients distributor active in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland (DACH). The acquisition enhances Barentz’s presence in the DACH region, with a particular focus on Germany—the second-largest personal care market in EMEA.

Barentz Appoints Derk Jan Terhorst as CEO

Global specialty ingredients solution provider Barentz has appointed Derk Jan Terhorst as group CEO, effective Jan. 1, 2025. He will take over from Terry Hill who served as interim CEO since May 2024.

Statement: Lars Schneider, EMEA CEO, Barentz

CHEManager asked executives and industry experts from a broad range of chemical distributors to share their views on how their companies are dealing with this changing economic environment and the resulting opportunities and challenges.

Unipex Solutions Becomes Barentz France

Dutch-based multinational distributor Barentz announced that Unipex Solutions France, which it acquired in 2022, transformed into Barentz France. This new structure marks a major strategic turning point, symbolizing the complete integration of Unipex within Barentz and strengthening its presence in France, the group said.

Barentz Appoints Lars Schneider as New CEO for EMEA

Barentz recently appointed Lars Schneider as the new Chief Executive Officer for the EMEA region, starting October 1st, 2024. Lars will also become a member of the Barentz Board.

Barentz Acquires Indian Chemical Distributor Anshul Life Sciences

Global specialty ingredients solution provider Barentz International recently announced the acquisition of Anshul Life Sciences in India, a specialty chemicals distributor that caters to regulated pharmaceuticals, food & nutraceuticals, and personal care markets.

Barentz India Acquires Radian

Barentz has acquired Radian in India, reinforcing its product portfolio with color cosmetic ingredients. The move anticipates substantial growth in the Asia Pacific region. Radian's CEO, Manoj Botadra, and the current team will continue to manage operations, ensuring a smooth transition.

Peter Boone to Succeed Hidde van der Wal as CEO of Barentz

Barentz has appointed Peter Boone as its new CEO, effective Oct. 1, 2023. He succeeds Hidde van der Wal, who is to retire after leading the company more than 20 years.

Ensuring Value and Efficiency in the Supply Chain

In his interview with CHEManager, Hidde van der Wal, CEO of chemical distributor Barentz, talks about the company’s performance in 2020 and latest strategic developments.

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