Businesses

Jul 01, 2013

It is through our research and innovation that the leadership positions of our businesses are strengthened. Benefiting from new technologies and sustainable developments, our businesses plan to focus on:

Producing new materials that are more effective and eco-efficient
Developing renewable chemistry by promoting the use of renewable raw materials and recycling processes
Contributing to the creation of sustainable energy solutions, such as photovoltaics and batteries
Producing more efficiently and responsibly by optimizing resource utilization
Supporting the growth of expanding markets
Developing more responsible consumer products

"2016 underlying results" (audited figures)

Jan 14, 2016

Advanced Formulations

The Advanced Formulations’ activities are characterized by their high customer - and application - driven approach and relatively low capital intensity. Their offering addresses major societal trends, meeting ever stricter requirements with respect to the environment and energy savings as well as the challenges of the mass consumer markets.

Jan 14, 2016

Advanced Materials

As a leader in markets with high entry barriers and strong returns on investment, the Advanced Materials segment is a major contributor to the Group’s performance and growth. Innovation, combined with global presence and long-term partnerships with customers, provides a compelling competitive edge to industries seeking increased energy efficiency and less polluting alternatives.

Jan 14, 2016

Performance Chemicals

The success of this business Segment, which operates in mature and robust markets, is based on economies of scale, competitiveness, and quality of service. Strong cash generators, the Performance Chemicals businesses are engaged in programs of excellence to create additional sustainable value.

Jan 14, 2016

Functional Polymers

The key success factors in this Segment that groups the various Polyamides activities are optimization strategies and industrial innovation. Solvay is one of the only players to master the entire polyamide 6.6 chain. The segment also houses Solvay’s participation in the RusVinyl joint venture.

Jan 14, 2016

Corporate & Business Services

This Segment covers the GBU Energy Services, which provides energy optimization programs for the Group and for third parties. It also includes the corporate functions of the Group.