Hinckley Allen advised DSM on its strategic alliance with Elanco Animal Health Incorporated. Extending a long term exclusive license of ground-breaking technology, to commercialize Bovaer^®, a methane-reducing feed additive for cattle that will mitigate climate change by reducing greenhouse gas emissions. The methane reduction from feeding a million cows Bovaer^® is equivalent to planting 45 million trees or removing 300,000 cars from the road.

Hinckley Allen worked with DSM to craft an innovative transaction that balanced intricate intellectual property needs and manufacturing and supply needs. The partnership includes a series of highly customized agreements that carefully anticipate future challenges and needs. Hinckley Allen’s deep understanding of DSM’s business objectives and structure provided the insight needed to help formulate this exceptional transaction.