New Head Givaudan Flavours

Geneva, 22 February 2006 - Mauricio Graber will take over the Leadership of the Givaudan Flavours Division, effective July 2006. Mauricio Graber will replace Mike Davis, who has announced his retirement, effective 30th June 2006, after 30 years within the industry.

Mauricio Graber began his career with Tastemaker in 1995 as Managing Director for Latin America.Since that time he has been appointed to increasing roles of responsibility within the company, most recently as the Head of Latin America, Flavours.

For further information please contact:
Peter Wullschleger, Givaudan Media Relations
5, chemin de la Parfumerie, CH-1214 Vernier
T +41 22 780 90 93, F +41 22 780 90 90
E-mail: peter_b.wullschleger@givaudan.com