Danone

Danone S.A. is a multinational food-products corporation headquartered in Paris, founded in Barcelona, Spain. It is listed on Euronext Paris as part of the CAC 40 index, with products branded as Dannon in the U.S. In 2018, Danone recorded sales of €24.65 billion, with 29% from specialized nutritional preparations, 19% from bottled water, and 52% from dairy and plant-based products, operating in 120 markets. Its portfolio includes famous international brands like Actimel, Activia, and evian, alongside local brands such as AQUA and Blédina. With approximately 90,000 employees, Danone generated €27.6 billion in sales in 2023. The company’s mission is to bring health through food while promoting sustainable eating and drinking practices. Danone has a “Renew” strategy focusing on long-term growth and competitiveness. It aims for global B CorpTM certification by 2025 and actively participates in sustainability indices. The company traces its origins to Isaac Carasso's yogurt, developed to tackle malnutrition in Spain, which laid the foundation for Danone's commitment to health and innovation. Key milestones include the merger with Boussois-Souchon-Neuvesel in 1973, the establishment of research centers, the acquisition of Royal Numico, and the founding of social enterprises like Grameen Danone Foods. Danone's corporate values are articulated through HOPE (Humanism, Openness, Proximity, and Enthusiasm), guiding its dual commitment to business success and social progress. The company’s recent initiatives focus on research, innovation, and sustainability, including a new roadmap called the Danone Impact Journey, encompassing health, nature, and community commitments. Danone is also an official partner of the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games.