Flavour and fragrance company Givaudan (Vernier, Switzerland) says that it has opened laboratory and office facilities at Karachi. Givaudan says it is the first global flavours company to open such facilities in Pakistan. The new facility will strengthen Givaudan's capabilities in beverages, snacks and sweet goods in the region offering flavour application services for all sectors with a strong focus on sweet goods and beverages, the company says. "This investment reflects Pakistan's importance to Givaudan and our commitment to provide the better facilities in Pakistan, the company said.