Empowering through social dialogue, building a sustainable future for generations
Inspired by the pioneering spirit of our founder, Ernest Solvay, we've long believed that investing in our employees is not only the right thing to do, but also the key to unlocking sustainable growth and achieving our purpose of bonding elements for a better future. Since then, we are pioneering social welfare, fostering an inclusive culture, and social dialogue.
At Solvay, people are our greatest strength. By creating a culture of belonging, empowering growth, and prioritizing well-being, we unleash the full potential of our teams and drive impactful progress towards a more sustainable world
Diverse teams drive business performance
We believe the teams with the most diverse backgrounds and experiences are also the most skilled; drawing on a breadth of perspectives to deliver vision and innovation.
Diverse teams bring fresh ideas, anticipate risks more effectively, and enhance our ability to serve a wide range of customers across the globe.
Solvay invests in the next generation of talent through a diverse portfolio of programs designed to provide students and recent graduates with valuable experience and opportunities for growth.
Our internship program offers hands-on learning and exploration of different career paths, while our apprenticeship program bridges the gap between academia and industry with a combination of classroom learning and on-the-job training.
In 2005, Solvay, a founding member of IndustriALL, became the first chemical company to partner with the union, representing over 50 million workers globally. We recently renewed and strengthened our Solvay Global Forum Agreement and Global Framework Agreement with IndustriALL, focusing on mental and physical health, workplace safety, fighting discrimination, promoting inclusion and diversity, remote work rights, and environmental respect.
The Solvay Global Forum represents our 9,000 colleagues worldwide, ensuring their voices are heard by leadership and their rights protected. It facilitates a two-way dialogue between senior leadership and employee representatives on a global level.
We continue to uphold the Ten Principles of the United Nations Global Compact initiative regarding human rights, employee rights, the environment, and anti-corruption, reporting our progress annually.
Making a difference to people, planet, and communities
Making a difference to people, planet, and communities we serve. Our commitment to making meaningful contributions to society aligns seamlessly with our new purpose. We recognize that life is made of elements coming together, and we are dedicated to mastering these elements for the betterment of society through the Solvay Solidarity Fund and various partnerships.
We have a global code of business integrity that applies to everyone at Solvay and that we all have to sign. By implementing this code, which includes annual training for every employee, we make sure that we can all observe the same ethical way of working, holding ourselves to the highest standards.
