Lanxess AG

LANXESS AG is a leading German specialty chemicals company headquartered in Cologne, Germany, founded in 2004 as a spin-off from Bayer AG's chemicals division, with roots tracing back to 1863. The company develops, manufactures, and markets a broad portfolio of chemical intermediates, additives, and consumer protection products, operating through three core segments: Advanced Intermediates, Specialty Additives, and Consumer Protection. With approximately 11,700 employees across 32 countries and sales of EUR 5.7 billion in 2025, LANXESS serves a diverse range of end markets including agriculture, automotive, construction, water treatment, and electronics. Listed on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange and trading as part of the MDAX index, the company has strategically refocused its portfolio toward high-value specialty chemical niches under the leadership of CEO Matthias Zachert, recently receiving a credit rating upgrade to BBB with a Stable Outlook from Scope Ratings.