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Alvinesa Natural Ingredients announces the appointment of Olivier Lavaud as new CEO

The new leadership reinforces the company’s ambition to accelerate its international growth in natural, sustainable, high value-added ingredients.

Daimiel, Spain — 12/05/2026 - Alvinesa Natural Ingredients, a leading company in the valorisation of by-products from the wine and olive oil industries for the production of natural ingredients, announces the appointment of Olivier Lavaud as Chief Executive Officer.

With a strong international track record in general management and leadership roles within B2B industrial companies, Olivier Lavaud brings extensive experience in strategic growth, business transformation, operational excellence and the development of multicultural teams. His profile combines international vision, customer orientation and the ability to drive organizations in sectors where sustainability, innovation and efficiency are key competitive factors.

His appointment marks a new chapter for Alvinesa, focused on strengthening its position as a global reference in natural ingredients obtained through processes based on the circular economy. Prior to joining Alvinesa, Olivier Lavaud held senior leadership positions in international industrial companies such as Agronova BioTech, Mativ, Neenah and ITASA, where he led businesses and teams in B2B environments, driving growth, transformation and operational excellence.

“I am joining Alvinesa at a key moment for the natural ingredients industry, where sustainability, traceability and innovation are decisive factors for our customers,” said Olivier Lavaud, CEO of Alvinesa Natural Ingredients. “Alvinesa has a unique value proposition: transforming by-products from the wine and olive oil industries into high value-added natural ingredients. My objective will be to reinforce this competitive advantage, accelerate our international growth and continue building strong relationships with our customers and partners.”

As part of its international platform, Alvinesa has strategic operations in Spain and Latin America, including Dervinsa in Argentina and Vinicas in Chile, strengthening its sourcing, production and service capabilities for global customers.

Under the leadership of Olivier Lavaud, Alvinesa will continue to advance its commitment to sustainability, innovation and operational excellence, maintaining its focus on delivering natural solutions for sectors such as food, beverages, nutraceuticals, cosmetics and animal nutrition.

From its facilities in Spain, Argentina and Chile, Alvinesa combines technology, innovation and circularity to transform natural raw materials into sustainable ingredients, contributing to a more efficient and responsible value chain.

About Alvinesa Natural Ingredients

Alvinesa Natural Ingredients is a company specialized in the valorisation of by-products from the wine and olive oil industries for the production of high value-added natural ingredients. Through a business model based on the circular economy, the company develops sustainable solutions for sectors including food, beverages, nutraceuticals, cosmetics, agriculture, industry and animal nutrition.

With an industrial presence in Spain and Latin America, including Dervinsa in Argentina and Vinicas in Chile, Alvinesa strengthens its sourcing capabilities and international vocation.

Its portfolio includes branded ingredients for the nutraceutical sector such as Hytolive®, Vintera® and Teralive®, a new ingredient based on Mediterranean Polyphenol Synergy; Vitifresh® and Oleafresh® for food protection and preservation applications; and Vitifeed® and Oleafeed® for animal nutrition, alongside natural tartaric acid, grape seed oil, wine concentrates, alcohols and natural colour.

Press contact

Crisdell Codeghini
Marketing Manager
Alvinesa Natural Ingredients
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(+34) 926 26 06 70
www.alvinesa.com