1871
Plant established in Aarhus, Denmark
Bringing product innovation
as a multi-oil, plant-based ingredient house
Harnessing global strengths
AAK India, South Asia, and Sub-Saharan Africa is constantly striving to set new standards in taste, nutrition, and economic viability of products, that people love to consume.
Our strategy is one of relentless adaptation; constantly refining our approach to seize new opportunities in product management, customer co-development, and supply chain optimization.
Your trusted
Co-Development
partner
Enhancing the taste, health, and economics of consumer-facing products through continuous learning, innovative technical solutions, and customer-centricity.
Portfolio strategy
A rather balanced approach towards managing risks and maximizing opportunities across various market segments.
Focus on innovation
and ESG
Investing in research, new technologies, and ESG initiatives to stay a step ahead of market trends and meet evolving customer needs.
AAK Global
Making Better Happen™ worldwide
For more than a century and a half, AAK has been pioneering advancements in plant-based solutions, setting new industry standards, and enriching the lives of consumers globally.
It’s perhaps a legacy that comes to fruition every single day, resting on a commitment to Making Better Happen™, and driving every aspect of our business
Global reach, local expertise!
The global footprint is vast, yet we intend to
keep our approach deeply personal.
20
Production plants
25
Sales offices
16
Customer InnovationCenters
10
Sourcing operations
4,100
Employees, strategicallypositioned
Tracing the evolution
A heritage of enduring innovation, excellence, and expertise
1918
Plant establishment in Karlshamn, Sweden
1960
R&D and modern production make AAK a leader in speciality fats
1965
Margarine and ice cream plant in Karlshamn, R&D lab set up
1986
First shea products for cosmetics
1992
Low/no trans margarine and filling fats launched
2005
Start of 
Merger of Aarhus United & Karlshamns AB
Start of speciality products for Infant Nutrition
2007
Advanced Lipids, joint venture with Enzymotec
2009
Start of Kolo Nafaso women's program
2011
Golden Brands (USA) acquired
2012
Oasis Foods Company (USA) acquired
Crown-Foods (Denmark)acquired
2013
Unipro (Turkey) acquired
2014
FANAGRA (Colombia) acquired
CSM Industria Bakery (Belgium) acquired
2015
Akopastry HP launched Awarded Best Bakery Innovation at
Kamani Oil Industries (India) acquired
Miyoshi Oils & Fats Co. (Japan) JV established
TLC/Belovo (Belgium) acquired
2016
Inauguration of greenfield plant in Brazil
California Oils Corporation (USA) acquired
2017
Akovita for Senior Nutrition launched
Inauguration of greenfield plant in China
2018
Establishment of customization plant in the Philippines
2019
COBAO Pure launched – bloom-retarding cocoa bulter
AkoPlanet launched to support plant-based foods
Speciality lecithins added to the portfolio
2019
Soya International (UK) acquired
Maas Refinery (Netherlands) acquired
Bd foods (UK) acquired
2020
Joins the MISTA innovation platform Setting science- based targets
2021
Partnership and initiatives to progress within plant-based foods
BIC Ingredients (Netherlands) acquired
2022
Margaron (Russia) divested
Arani Agro Oil Industries (India) acquired
2023
CO2 reduction biomass boiler investment in Aarhus Denmark
Better Behaviors
The AAK values in motion
Our values are brought to life through our behaviors, guiding us
to make thoughtful decisions and take meaningful actions.
We are passionate about
Making Better HappenTM.
- Loving continuous improvement
- Seeing challenges as opportunities
- Being a better me
- Making EVEN Better Happen
- Striving to make a difference
Our path to
purpose
Embracing these behaviors ensures our cohesive approach to not only strengthen our culture but also deepen our relationships with all stakeholders; neighbors, customers, suppliers, partners, employees,and investors.
Living these Better Behaviors has enabled us to consistently make better happen in every community we touch, driving positive change and sustainable growth.
The India Leadership Team
The minds shaping our future
Together, the leadership team is actualizing our commitments to excellence, innovation, and ESG compliance within the walls of AAK India, South Asia, and Sub-Saharan Africa.
Anubhav Srivastava
Sourcing & Trading
Baquer Bengalivala
Finance
Bibhishan Mule
Regulatory Affairs
Dheeraj Talreja
President
Dhaval Gokani
Commercial Development
Ganesh Doifode
Production
Hema Rajwani
Customer Innovation
Dr. K.D Yadav
Research & Development
Rahul Gupte
Sales
Rishabh Gambhir
Sales & Distribution
Saumya Mondal
Human Resource
Virendra Jain
Sales
Sanjay Kshirsagar