Parfex celebrated a major milestone in its history with the official inauguration of its brand-new Creation Centre in Grasse. More than 150 guests attended the event, including local officials, long-standing partners, industry representatives, and employees. The celebration also marked the 40th anniversary of the fragrance house, which has grown over four decades into a key player in both the French and international fragrance markets.
This significant occasion was an opportunity to reflect on the company’s journey—from its founding in 1985 by Joël and Brigitte Sabas to its integration into the Croda Group in 2021—while also looking ahead to its future: a vision of perfumery that is bespoke, innovative, and sustainable.
Alongside the inauguration, Parfex also held a festive gathering for all employees, fostering team spirit and celebrating four decades of shared excellence and innovation.
A Next-Generation Facility Committed to Sustainability
Parfex’s new Creation Centre reflects the company’s strong commitment to responsible growth. Spanning 2,550 square meters, the site unites all teams under one roof in a space designed to spark creativity while reducing environmental impact. It includes 800 m2 of laboratory space and 1,750 m2 of offices.
The building is equipped with sustainable features such as façade louvres for natural climate control, high-performance cladding exceeding RT2012 thermal standards, and a specialised ventilation system in the laboratories that cuts energy use in that area by 95%.
Despite being 2.5 times larger than the former premises, the new site consumes three times less energy per square meter. It also benefits from intelligent ventilation with energy recovery and advanced insulation. An additional 416 solar panels will soon be installed to increase the building’s energy independence.
A Company on the Rise
The opening of this Creation Centre signals a new phase of expansion for Parfex. With strong double-digit growth and 80% of its turnover generated internationally, the company has expanded from 76 to 118 employees in just three years. This €8 million investment demonstrates Parfex’s industrial momentum and is only the beginning: plans are underway for a complete reconstruction of the production site, tripling its surface area by 2027.
This next phase will involve an even more significant investment to support increased capacity and global ambitions, with the goal of doubling revenue every five years, reinforcing Parfex’s position as a major player in the global fragrance industry.
Rooted in Grasse, Respected Worldwide
During the inauguration, Mr. Jérôme Viaud—President of the Communauté d’Agglomération du Pays de Grasse, Mayor of Grasse, and Vice-President of the Alpes-Maritimes Departmental Council—commended Parfex as “a company that remains true to its roots while boldly embracing the future, helping our region shine on the international stage.”
With the continued support of the Croda Group and Iberchem, Parfex is pursuing its development while staying true to its core values: creative excellence, strong human relationships, and a deep environmental commitment.
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