Danone S.A. is a Paris-based multinational corporation specializing in food and beverages, with a focus on dairy and plant-based products, bottled water, early life nutrition and medical nutrition. Established in 1919 by Isaac Carasso in Barcelona, the company has grown through organic expansion and strategic acquisitions to become one of the world’s leading producers of fresh dairy and plant-based alternatives, as well as essential nutrition products for infants and patients with specific medical needs.
The dairy and plant-based division offers a diversified portfolio of yogurts, desserts and plant-based alternatives under brands such as Activia, Alpro and Silk. The water business markets a range of still and sparkling bottled waters, including Evian, Volvic, Badoit and AQUA, across multiple global markets. In early life nutrition, Danone supplies infant formula, baby cereals and complementary foods under names like Aptamil and Nutrilon, while its medical nutrition arm provides specialized products designed to support patients with malnutrition or chronic illnesses.
With operations in over 120 countries, Danone serves a broad geographic footprint spanning Europe, the Americas, Asia, Africa and the Middle East. The company maintains regional headquarters and production facilities around the world to tailor its offerings to local tastes and nutritional needs. Danone emphasizes research and development through its network of innovation centers dedicated to improving food quality, safety and sustainability.
Since September 2021, Danone has been led by Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Antoine de Saint-Affrique, under whose guidance the company continues to pursue goals of health-focused growth and environmental stewardship. Danone places particular emphasis on responsible sourcing, carbon reduction initiatives and fostering partnerships with agricultural communities to support its long-term mission of bringing health through food to as many people as possible.
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