Türkiye Creation and Design Center accreditation will accelerate speed-to-market with faster access to innovative solutions for food manufacturers.
IFF (NYSE: IFF) today announced that its Creation and Design Center in Türkiye has been officially recognized as a key innovation center by the Republic of Türkiye Ministry of Industry and Technology. This prestigious certification underscores IFF’s commitment to accelerate innovation and reinforces its position as a key player in the region.
Türkiye has a large and sophisticated food and beverage manufacturing sector. With almost 20 percent of its GDP provided by the food and beverage industry, it plays a key role in the country’s growing economy and is preparing for further expansion.
Armand Engelen, regional creation & design director, AMETI* at IFF, said:
This certification marks a significant milestone in our journey toward accelerated innovation. For our customers, this accreditation significantly streamlines their application process which means faster access to our innovative solutions, helping them to bring new products to market swiftly. It's a seal of trust that inspires us to raise the bar even higher in quality and service as we collaborate with our valued customers and research partners.
Located in Gebze and close to Istanbul, the Türkiye Creation and Design Center provides end-to-end support to Turkish food and beverage manufacturers. It is supported by a team of 29 application scientists and houses state-of-the art facilities such as dedicated labs for beverages, bakery, confectionery, meat and snacks, an analytical lab and pilot plants, supporting customers from conceptualization to commercialization. It also boasts a culinary kitchen that emulates professional settings for food preparation.
Upon receiving its certification, the center has collaborated with several universities and research organizations, and with customers worldwide. These partnerships have yielded several projects across bakery and beverage categories, alongside efforts in the realm of upcycling.
* Africa, Middle East, Türkiye and India subcontinent