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Solvay's Purpose

We are essential chemistry, making progress possible for generations.

We are proud to be chemists who define new territories through our process technology expertise. We are more than just chemistry, we are essential chemistry, making progress possible for generations. 

Through constant process innovation, we enhance our ability to deliver solutions that have a meaningful impact on individuals and communities worldwide. This dedication to understanding and optimizing essential chemistry is the compass guiding our work, providing direction and focus at both the individual and collective level. Our products, though invisible, are vital and at the heart of everyday life.

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Our Foundation

Solvay has been driven by innovation and transformative thinking since its founding by Ernest Solvay in 1863, with his revolutionary discovery of a new soda ash production process. Our commitment to progress and social responsibility is reflected in our core beliefs and values:

  • Deliver Excellence: We set high standards to grow, perform, and create value.
  • Achieve More Together: We embrace diversity, trust, and support each other for collective success.
  • Create Sustainable Impact: We challenge the status quo and take accountability, aligning with our sustainability goals.

For over 160 years, we've been building a legacy of sustainable solutions for future generations.

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Our Culture

Solvay continually reinvents itself, challenging the status quo to advance science and society. We believe that innovation thrives on movement, intellectual agility, and fresh ideas, not stagnation.

Our culture is inspired by our founder, Ernest Solvay, and is rooted in deep knowledge, experience, and a pioneering spirit. We work with the same fundamental laws of chemistry and physics, always pushing boundaries and striving for excellence.

Our heritage of scientific excellence drives us to create impactful solutions that enhance everyday life and contribute to a sustainable future.