AAK (company)

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AAK (Aarhus Karlshamn) is a Swedish-based multinational company that specializes in the production and sale of vegetable oils and fats. The company was established in 2005 through the merger of Aarhus United A/S and Karlshamns AB. AAK's products are used in a wide range of applications, including food and confectionery, cosmetics, and biofuels.

History[edit | edit source]

AAK was formed in 2005 when Aarhus United A/S, a Danish company, merged with Karlshamns AB, a Swedish company. Both companies had a long history in the vegetable oils and fats industry, with Aarhus United tracing its roots back to 1871 and Karlshamns AB to 1918. The merger created a company with a strong presence in both the food and industrial sectors.

Operations[edit | edit source]

AAK operates in more than 25 countries, with production facilities in 20 countries. The company's operations are divided into three business areas: Food Ingredients, Chocolate & Confectionery Fats, and Technical Products & Feed. The Food Ingredients business area provides solutions for the bakery, dairy, infant nutrition, and foodservice industries. The Chocolate & Confectionery Fats business area offers solutions for chocolate and confectionery manufacturers. The Technical Products & Feed business area provides solutions for a variety of industrial applications, including biofuels.

Sustainability[edit | edit source]

AAK is committed to sustainability and has implemented a number of initiatives to reduce its environmental impact. The company is a member of the Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil (RSPO) and is committed to sourcing 100% certified sustainable palm oil. AAK also works to reduce its carbon footprint through energy efficiency measures and the use of renewable energy.

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