We're finding better ways to provide the materials the world needs. Iron ore for steel. Low carbon aluminium for electric cars and smartphones. Copper for wind turbines, electric cars and the pipes that bring water to our home. Borates that help crops grow and titanium for paint.
Since 1792, we’ve been supplying the innovative paints and coatings that help to color people’s lives and protect what matters most. Our world class portfolio of brands – including Dulux, International, Sikkens and Interpon – is trusted by customers around the globe. We’re active in more than 150 countries and use our expertise to sustain and enhance everyday life. Because we believe every surface is an opportunity. It’s what you’d expect from a pioneering and long-established paints company that’s dedicated to providing sustainable solutions and preserving the best of what we have today – while creating an even better tomorrow. Let’s paint the future together.
For over 160 years, Solvay has been a pioneer in science and innovation, mastering the essential chemistry that powers progress across generations. We are more than a chemical company — we are a catalyst for sustainable transformation, delivering vital solutions that shape a better world.
Our purpose is clear: we are essential chemistry, making progress possible for generations. From soda ash to advanced peroxides, our innovations are often unseen but always essential — enabling cleaner mobility, healthier living, and smarter infrastructure.
We lead with purpose in key sectors such as construction, healthcare, consumer goods, and automotive. Our products are embedded in everyday life, driving performance and sustainability where it matters most.
Our legacy is built on scientific expertise, but our future is shaped by people — by you. Join us in our relentless pursuit of excellence and be part of a global movement to make progress possible for generations to come.