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Univar Solutions Named on Newsweek's America's Most Responsible Companies 2024 List

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Wednesday, December 6, 2023

DOWNERS GROVE, Ill., Dec. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Univar Solutions Inc. ("Univar Solutions" or "the Company"), a leading global solutions provider to users of specialty ingredients and chemicals, announced today that it has been named on Newsweek's list of America's Most Responsible Companies 2024. This marks a third consecutive year of recognition from this esteemed award presented by Newsweek and Statista Inc., a leading statistics portal and industry ranking provider. The list was announced on December 6, 2023, and recognizes 500 companies for their ESG commitments and can currently be viewed on Newsweek's website.

Key Points: 
  • For the third consecutive year, Univar Solutions is recognized for its continued focus through environmental sustainability, social impact, and corporate governance (ESG) targets.
  • DOWNERS GROVE, Ill., Dec. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Univar Solutions Inc. ("Univar Solutions" or "the Company"), a leading global solutions provider to users of specialty ingredients and chemicals, announced today that it has been named on Newsweek's list of America's Most Responsible Companies 2024.
  • The list was announced on December 6, 2023, and recognizes 500 companies for their ESG commitments and can currently be viewed on Newsweek's website .
  • Spanning numerous industries, the honor of being part of Newsweek's list of America's Most Responsible Companies 2024 is a demonstration of Univar Solutions ongoing focus and achievements.

Univar Solutions Provides Science Based Targets Initiative Update

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Monday, September 11, 2023

DOWNERS GROVE, Ill., Sept. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Univar Solutions Inc. ("Univar Solutions" or "the Company"), a leading global solutions provider to users of specialty ingredients and chemicals, today announced an update to its environmental, social, and governance (ESG) journey in regard to its alignment with net-zero emissions target setting. While remaining committed to our Scope 1 and Scope 2 targets, Univar Solutions will measure Scope 3 emissions reduction goals outside of the SBTi scope, opting to instead build a robust roadmap through close collaboration with its supply chain. The Scope 3 roadmap and in-development near-term goal will be published on the Univar Solutions ESG website and updated through the annual ESG report, ensuring credibility, and transparency as well as industry comparability.

Key Points: 
  • The Company will build a Scope 3 emissions reduction roadmap, targeting net-zero emission by 2050, outside of the Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) scope, while still being committed to existing near-term Scope 1 and Scope 2 goals.
  • DOWNERS GROVE, Ill., Sept. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Univar Solutions Inc. ("Univar Solutions" or "the Company"), a leading global solutions provider to users of specialty ingredients and chemicals, today announced an update to its environmental, social, and governance (ESG) journey in regard to its alignment with net-zero emissions target setting.
  • While remaining committed to our Scope 1 and Scope 2 targets, Univar Solutions will measure Scope 3 emissions reduction goals outside of the SBTi scope, opting to instead build a robust roadmap through close collaboration with its supply chain.
  • For more information about Univar Solutions' progress to a more sustainable future, please visit: https://www.univarsolutions.com/sustainability

Univar Solutions Announces Expanded Distribution Relationship with Dow in Germany for Silicone Additives and Resins in Paint and Coatings Markets

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Wednesday, September 6, 2023

DOWNERS GROVE, Ill., Sept. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Univar Solutions Inc. ("Univar Solutions" or "the Company"), a leading global solutions provider to users of specialty ingredients and chemicals, announced today it is expanding its longtime distribution partnership with Dow into Germany. With the addition of a wide variety of DOWSIL™ Silicone Additives and DOWSIL™ Silicone Resins, Univar Solutions continues to strengthen its coatings, adhesives, sealants, elastomers (CASE) and industrial products portfolio in the region for paint and coatings applications.

Key Points: 
  • DOWNERS GROVE, Ill., Sept. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Univar Solutions Inc. ("Univar Solutions" or "the Company"), a leading global solutions provider to users of specialty ingredients and chemicals, announced today it is expanding its longtime distribution partnership with Dow into Germany.
  • With the addition of a wide variety of DOWSIL™ Silicone Additives and DOWSIL™ Silicone Resins, Univar Solutions continues to strengthen its coatings, adhesives, sealants, elastomers (CASE) and industrial products portfolio in the region for paint and coatings applications.
  • Univar Solutions' Essen Solution Center is a key technical resource in the region as the Company works with customers and suppliers like Dow to deliver innovative solutions in the paint and coatings markets.
  • To learn more about Univar Solutions and Dow's longtime distribution relationship and the specialty products in Univar Solutions' portfolio, visit univarsolutions.com/suppliers/dow.

Univar Solutions and Kalsec® Inc. Strengthen Partnership in Europe with Expanded Agreement for a Wide Range of Food Ingredient Solutions

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Thursday, August 10, 2023

ROTTERDAM, Netherlands and KALAMAZOO, Mich., Aug. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Univar B.V., a subsidiary of Univar Solutions Inc. ("Univar Solutions" or "the Company"), a leading global solutions provider to users of specialty ingredients and chemicals, and Kalsec® Inc., a natural ingredient solution provider for the food and beverage industry, have expanded their food ingredients distribution agreement to include three additional European countries. The new agreement authorizes Univar Solutions to exclusively distribute Kalsec's natural taste & sensory, colors, and food protection ingredient solutions for savory applications in France, Belgium, and the Netherlands.

Key Points: 
  • The new agreement authorizes Univar Solutions to exclusively distribute Kalsec's natural taste & sensory, colors, and food protection ingredient solutions for savory applications in France, Belgium, and the Netherlands.
  • Strengthen Partnership in Europe with Expanded Agreement
    "We started our journey with Kalsec in 2021 to bring our customers more taste, natural color, and antioxidant solutions across a broad range of specialty food applications, and we are elated to have the opportunity to grow our partnership in more European markets," said Kevin Hack, global vice president of food ingredients for Univar Solutions.
  • From specialty ingredient innovation to recipe testing, food brands of all sizes turn to Foodology by Univar Solutions for help with tackling product development challenges.
  • "Growing our pan-European partnership with Univar Solutions enables us to leverage our joint technical and personnel support capabilities to provide additional customers with more natural and sustainable solutions and local expertise.

Univar Solutions Adds Kalsec® Inc. Advanced Hop Ingredients to its Portfolio Through New Distribution Agreement

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Thursday, July 27, 2023

DOWNERS GROVE, Ill., July 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Univar Solutions Inc. (NYSE: UNVR) ("Univar Solutions" or "the Company"), a leading global solutions provider to users of specialty ingredients and chemicals, announced today an expanded distribution relationship with Kalsec® Inc. for advanced hop ingredients in the United States. This latest agreement adds to the current partnership that includes distribution of Kalsec's natural taste and sensory, colors, and food protection solutions in Mexico, Colombia, and Europe.

Key Points: 
  • Univar Solutions Adds Kalsec® Inc. Advanced Hop Ingredients to its Portfolio Through New Distribution Agreement
    "It's a pleasure to work closely together with Kalsec to bring innovative and high-quality natural ingredients to savvy food customers across the globe," said Kevin Hack, global vice president of food ingredients for Univar Solutions.
  • "In 2023, we are excited to continue our successful collaboration by adding their advanced hop products to our specialty ingredients portfolio and offering strategic solutions and further flexibility to our customers.
  • Kalsec's line of advanced hop ingredients now available through Univar Solutions includes hop acids, kettle aroma extracts, customized blends, neat hop oils, and hop flavoring.
  • Combining Kalsec's advanced hop solutions with Univar Solutions' technical expertise, portfolio, and capabilities enables us to better support customers in the growing craft beer and other markets."

Univar Solutions Expands Distribution Relationship with Leprino Foods Company to Include Brazil and Mexico

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Wednesday, July 26, 2023

SÃO PAULO and MEXICO CITY, July 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Univar Solutions Brasil Ltda and Univar Solutions Mexico S De, both subsidiaries of Univar Solutions Inc. (NYSE: UNVR) ("Univar Solutions" or "the Company"), a leading global solutions provider to users of specialty ingredients and chemicals, today announced an expanded agreement with Leprino Foods Company ("Leprino Foods") for a broad range of its nutritional ingredients and dairy products serving food and beverage customers in Brazil and Mexico. Leprino Foods' ingredients are found in a variety of foods and beverages that health-conscious consumers seek out as they focus on enhancing overall health and wellness, including nutraceutical blends, sports and animal nutrition products, and other commercial foods and beverages.

Key Points: 
  • SÃO PAULO and MEXICO CITY, July 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Univar Solutions Brasil Ltda and Univar Solutions Mexico S De, both subsidiaries of Univar Solutions Inc. (NYSE: UNVR) ("Univar Solutions" or "the Company"), a leading global solutions provider to users of specialty ingredients and chemicals, today announced an expanded agreement with Leprino Foods Company ("Leprino Foods") for a broad range of its nutritional ingredients and dairy products serving food and beverage customers in Brazil and Mexico.
  • "We are very pleased to expand our relationship with Leprino Foods beyond the United States and Canada and into Brazil and Mexico," said Kevin Hack, global vice president of food ingredients for Univar Solutions.
  • "Leprino Foods is a dynamic dairy ingredients company that shares our strong commitment to environmental responsibility and sustainable product development.
  • "We are thrilled to partner with Leprino Foods in Brazil and Mexico," said Jorge Buckup, president of Latin America for Univar Solutions.

Univar Solutions Recognized for Carbon Footprint Reduction Targets

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Monday, July 10, 2023

DOWNERS GROVE, Ill., July 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Univar Solutions Inc. (NYSE: UNVR) ("Univar Solutions" or "the Company"), a leading global solutions provider to users of specialty ingredients and chemicals, announced its recent recognition on the USA TODAY list of America's Climate Leaders. Developed for USA TODAY by market research firm Statista, this inaugural list offers a data-driven recognition of companies that have cut their carbon footprint in recent years, a noteworthy achievement for investors, customers, and anyone who is seeking transparency around these still-evolving measures.

Key Points: 
  • DOWNERS GROVE, Ill., July 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Univar Solutions Inc. (NYSE: UNVR) ("Univar Solutions" or "the Company"), a leading global solutions provider to users of specialty ingredients and chemicals, announced its recent recognition on the USA TODAY list of America's Climate Leaders.
  • "I am proud to see how our people have continued to demonstrate excellence in all we do and to see this recognized externally," said Jen McIntyre, chief people & culture officer and executive ESG lead at Univar Solutions.
  • Ambitious goals are important in this space but I'm more proud on the actual emissions reductions our teams are driving across the business," said Liam McCarroll, global sustainability director for Univar Solutions.
  • For a complete review of Univar Solutions' progress to a more sustainable future, please see the 2022 sustainability report at: https://www.univarsolutions.com/esg-resources
    For a complete view of America's Climate Leaders, please visit: https://www.usatoday.com/in-depth/news/nation/2023/05/24/climate-leaders...

Univar Solutions Expands Food Ingredients Portfolio in North America with Addition of Aroma Ingredients from Camlin Fine Sciences, Ltd.

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Thursday, June 29, 2023

DOWNERS GROVE, Ill., June 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Univar Solutions Inc. (NYSE: UNVR) ("Univar Solutions" or "the Company"), a leading global solutions provider to users of specialty ingredients and chemicals, announced today that the Company has become an authorized distributor for Camlin Fine Sciences Ltd.'s (CFS) aroma ingredients in the United States and Canada.

Key Points: 
  • "We are thrilled to expand our partnership with CFS into the aroma ingredients space in the United States and Canada," said Kevin Hack, global vice president of global food ingredients for Univar Solutions.
  • "Our new agreement will allow Univar Solutions to bring CFS' products to market in a region that has been historically short on supply.
  • "Our collaboration with Univar Solutions will enable us to expand our reach and better serve customers in the North America region.
  • For more information about Univar Solutions' food ingredients business, visit univarsolutions.com/foodology.

Univar Solutions Publishes 2022 Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Report

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Tuesday, June 13, 2023

DOWNERS GROVE, Ill., June 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Univar Solutions Inc. (NYSE: UNVR) ("Univar Solutions" or "the Company"), a leading global solutions provider to users of specialty ingredients and chemicals, today released its 2022 ESG report, which is available through the Univar Solutions website at https://www.univarsolutions.com/sustainability. The report tracks Univar Solutions' progress against its ESG targets over the past year and shares 2022 metric highlights including:

Key Points: 
  • Highlights mark progress toward ESG goals to 2025 and beyond, including key emissions targets to drive the Company's journey to a net-zero carbon future
    DOWNERS GROVE, Ill., June 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Univar Solutions Inc. (NYSE: UNVR) ("Univar Solutions" or "the Company"), a leading global solutions provider to users of specialty ingredients and chemicals, today released its 2022 ESG report, which is available through the Univar Solutions website at https://www.univarsolutions.com/sustainability .
  • Increased diverse representation rates on gender and ethnicity at the people-leader level, achieving one of our targets ahead of schedule.
  • Significantly evolved our community engagement program, launching our Community Bonds program and opening more volunteering opportunities for our employees.
  • For a complete review of Univar Solutions' progress to a more sustainable future, please see the full sustainability report at: https://www.univarsolutions.com/esg-resources

Univar Solutions Publishes 2022 Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Report

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, June 13, 2023

DOWNERS GROVE, Ill., June 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Univar Solutions Inc. (NYSE: UNVR) ("Univar Solutions" or "the Company"), a leading global solutions provider to users of specialty ingredients and chemicals, today released its 2022 ESG report, which is available through the Univar Solutions website at https://www.univarsolutions.com/sustainability. The report tracks Univar Solutions' progress against its ESG targets over the past year and shares 2022 metric highlights including:

Key Points: 
  • Highlights mark progress toward ESG goals to 2025 and beyond, including key emissions targets to drive the Company's journey to a net-zero carbon future
    DOWNERS GROVE, Ill., June 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Univar Solutions Inc. (NYSE: UNVR) ("Univar Solutions" or "the Company"), a leading global solutions provider to users of specialty ingredients and chemicals, today released its 2022 ESG report, which is available through the Univar Solutions website at https://www.univarsolutions.com/sustainability .
  • Increased diverse representation rates on gender and ethnicity at the people-leader level, achieving one of our targets ahead of schedule.
  • Significantly evolved our community engagement program, launching our Community Bonds program and opening more volunteering opportunities for our employees.
  • For a complete review of Univar Solutions' progress to a more sustainable future, please see the full sustainability report at: https://www.univarsolutions.com/esg-resources