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Evonik Industries
NameEvonik Industries
TypeAktiengesellschaft
IndustrySpecialty chemicals
Founded2007
Hq locationEssen, Germany

Evonik Industries is a global leader in specialty chemicals, headquartered in Essen, Germany. The company focuses on high-growth megatrends, particularly health, nutrition, resource efficiency, and globalization. Its operations span more than 100 countries, serving a diverse range of industries from automotive to agriculture.

History

The company's origins trace back to the historic German coal mining and chemical industry conglomerate RAG AG. Following a major restructuring of the German energy sector, the chemical assets of RAG AG were spun off to form Evonik Industries in 2007. A significant milestone was its initial public offering on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange in 2013. The company later streamlined its portfolio, notably selling its methacrylates business to INEOS and acquiring PeroxyChem to strengthen its hydrogen peroxide operations. This evolution reflects a strategic shift from its industrial conglomerate roots to a pure-play specialty chemicals producer.

Business segments

Evonik Industries is organized into four operating segments, each targeting specific market needs. The Nutrition & Care segment provides essential ingredients for animal nutrition, pharmaceutical excipients, and medical devices. The Specialty Additives division supplies materials for coatings, construction chemicals, and lubricants. The Smart Materials segment develops high-performance polymers for the automotive industry and 3D printing. Finally, the Performance Materials division is a key supplier of superabsorbent polymers and chemical intermediates used in products ranging from diapers to plastics.

Products and operations

The company's extensive product portfolio includes amino acids for animal feed, silica for tire manufacturing, and polyamide 12 for fuel lines in vehicles. It operates major production sites across the globe, including significant facilities in Marl Chemical Park, Antwerp, and Mobile, Alabama. Key joint ventures, such as the one with ThyssenKrupp for C4 chemistry, enhance its integrated value chains. Its products are critical components in end markets like renewable energy, personal care, and advanced food packaging.

Sustainability and corporate responsibility

Evonik Industries has committed to ambitious climate protection goals, aiming for climate neutrality by 2050. The company actively invests in green technologies, such as membrane technology for biogas upgrading and redox flow batteries for energy storage. It is a signatory to the United Nations Global Compact and integrates ESG criteria into its corporate strategy. Initiatives also focus on promoting circular economy principles, resource conservation, and responsible supply chain management through partnerships with organizations like the World Business Council for Sustainable Development.

Research and development

Innovation is driven by a global R&D network with centers in Hanau, Shanghai, and Allentown, Pennsylvania. The company collaborates extensively with academic institutions like the Max Planck Society and industrial partners on projects ranging from biotechnology to next-generation battery materials. Its research focuses on developing sustainable solutions, such as bio-based surfactants and ceramic membranes for gas separation. The Creavis strategic innovation unit spearheads exploratory work in fields like white biotechnology and advanced materials.

Financial performance

As a DAX-listed company, Evonik Industries reports its financial results in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards. Its revenue is significantly generated in the Europe, Middle East and Africa region, with strong growth contributions from Asia-Pacific markets like China and South Korea. The company's financial strategy emphasizes profitable growth, disciplined capital expenditure, and shareholder returns, with major investments directed toward expanding capacities in specialty chemicals and life sciences.

Category:Chemical companies of Germany Category:Companies listed on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange Category:Companies based in Essen