- In July 2024, ApiotiX Technologies, a biotech leader, has introduced a standardized polyphenolic acid polymer extract (PAPE) sourced from propolis, which has been clinically validated to provide the same benefits as retinol. This innovative extract also shows comparable efficacy to the popular alternative bakuchiol and is noted as the first natural retinol substitute with similar purity levels
- In August 2023, Comvita Ltd, a reputable source for genuine Mānuka honey, announced the launch of Immune Bee Propolis, which features twice the active ingredients in a single daily dose
- In September 2021 Comvita Ltd revealed a strategic partnership with Caravan, a joint venture with the entertainment and sports agency Creative Artists Agency (CAA). This collaboration aims to raise consumer awareness about the benefits of Mānuka honey and propolis by creating a celebrity-backed lifestyle brand that highlights the natural healing properties of these products for topical use
- In March 2021 Innovations in Nutrition + Wellness (INW) announced its acquisition of Bee Health, the leading developer and manufacturer of nutritional supplements in the United Kingdom. This acquisition aims to enhance the services provided to brand partners through the complementary product capabilities and geographic reach of both companies
- In March 2021 Bee Health, a supplement manufacturer, was acquired by Innovations in Nutrition + Wellness (INW), a leader in custom research and development, to expand its presence in the market