Below is a list of the Nestlé Research facilities in Europe. To view worldwide locations visit our page on
Global R&D. For further information about our activities at any of the locations below please
contact us.
- Product Technology Centres (PTCs), each aligned with particular Nestlé businesses to provide expertise for specific product categories. Together they form a hub for global product and process development.
- Research and Development Centres (R&D), working in close collaboration with the Product Technology Centres to meet regional R&D requirements and provide input to local application groups.
These are highlighted below in orange.
R&D Abidjan, Côte d’IvoireOpened in 2009
Focus: R&D Abidjan focuses on agriculture, raw materials and traditional African ingredients.
R&D SingaporeOpened in 1982
Focus: R&D Singapore is a vital component in delivering local taste and balance to products which support the rapidly growing Asian markets.
R&D Shanghai, China Opened in 2001
Focus: R&D Shanghai supports all markets in Asia and Oceania, in particular the Greater China Region. It is a turntable for all Nestlé R&D with regard to Chinese nutrition, research and sourcing.
R&D Beijing, China
Opened in 2008
Focus: Safety, quality, nutrition and life sciences research, including work on traditional Chinese medicines, food technology and packaging. The research focus in Nutrition and Life Sciences addresses three key health benefits – growth and development, healthy ageing and weight management. R&D Beijing will strengthen existing research collaborations with scientists in the Greater China region.
R&D Sderot, Israel
Opened in 2002
Focus: R&D Sderot is a small location but a centre of excellence for cereal snacks. It has strong links with, and provides close support for, the Israeli market.