Working together for health through nutrition

Our Partners & Inititatives

At Danone, we are convinced that no single player can change things on its own. On a global level, bringing health through nutrition to as many people as possible requires collaboration.

We recognized this many years ago. So, by combining the strengths of academia, industry and innovative start-ups, we constantly expand the boundaries of nutritional science. From cutting-edge research into gut health, to developing new manufacturing processes and sustainable, eco-responsible packaging, each of our partnerships reflects our commitment to a healthier and more sustainable future for all.

Science-based partnerships

Our collaborative approach is grounded in rigorous science. By working with academic experts, research institutes and world-renowned organizations, we generate new knowledge that we turn into tangible health benefits for our consumers and patients. For example, our nearly 20-year collaboration with the Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences at Utrecht University (UIPS) has produced leading research and discoveries in areas such as immune resistance and allergy management. These long-standing alliances ensure that our innovations are based on sound scientific evidence, setting new standards of quality and reliability.

Impact beyond products

Our partnerships are about much more than product development. By combining our resources, knowledge and expertise with those of our partners, we contribute to broader scientific advances that shape the future of nutrition and public health. Our innovations in plant-based ingredients, gut health and advances in personalized nutrition enable us to meet the evolving needs of consumers and patients, and make healthy choices accessible worldwide.

This commitment illustrates our conviction that, together, we can deliver a lot more. By combining global expertise and a shared vision, we help build a world where healthier eating and sustainable industrial practices can go together.

Innovation through public-private initiatives

We know that societal challenges require shared solutions, so we engage actively in public-private partnerships. By teaming up with leading experts and decision-makers, we take action to address key health and environmental issues. Programs such as Le French Gut (with INRAE) and Ferments du Futur ( with INRAE and ANIA) are part of our commitment to develop sustainable food solutions that benefit both humans and our planet.