Solvay

Solvay is a Belgium-based international chemical company that specializes in the production of basic chemicals, plastics, and composites. Its product offerings include essential chemicals such as soda ash, hydrogen peroxide, and sodium bicarbonate, as well as high-value specialty polymers and aerospace composites. The company operates through several key business segments, including Basic Chemicals, Performance Chemicals, and Corporate. Solvay is recognized for its innovative solutions that address social, environmental, and industrial challenges, with materials designed to withstand demanding conditions in various industries, including aerospace and medical applications. With a balanced geographical presence, the company generates sales from Europe, North America, and Asia, securing a top-three market position for nearly all its products.

Nicolas Cudre-Mauroux

Research and Innovation Group General Manager

18 past transactions

Solid Power

Series A in 2018
Founded in 2011, Solid Power develops solid-state rechargeable batteries for electric vehicles and portable electronics. Its batteries contain no volatile or flammable liquid components, offering high energy density, ultimate safety, and reliability.

European Carbon Fiber

Acquisition in 2017
European Carbon Fiber GmbH manufactures precursors for the carbon fiber industry.

MultiMechanics

Seed Round in 2017
MultiMechanics, Inc. is a software development company based in Omaha, Nebraska, that specializes in material microstructure modeling and analysis. Founded in 2010, the company utilizes its TRUE Multiscal technology to address complex engineering challenges related to material behavior, providing tools that capture non-linearity and damage. Its flagship product, MultiMech, integrates with platforms like Abaqus and Ansys to facilitate virtual testing of materials, enabling engineers to innovate in sectors such as aerospace, automotive, and consumer products. By simulating microstructures and damage mechanisms, MultiMech aids in optimizing product design and manufacturing processes while significantly reducing the costs associated with physical prototyping and testing. MultiMechanics operates as a subsidiary of Siemens Aktiengesellschaft, enhancing its capacity to deliver advanced solutions for engineering applications.

Nohms Technologies

Series B in 2016
NOHMs Technologies, Inc. specializes in the development of advanced lithium-sulfur and lithium-ion batteries, targeting a range of applications from spacecraft to electric vehicles. The company focuses on manufacturing key components such as electrodes, electrolytes, and separators, while also offering innovative solutions for secondary manufacturers. Established in 2010 and headquartered in Rochester, New York, NOHMs Technologies aims to enhance battery performance and safety through its proprietary NanoLyte Electrolyte solutions, which utilize advanced ionic liquid materials. This approach allows for improved energy density and runtime at a reduced cost, catering to the growing demands of consumer electronics and electric vehicle markets.

Cytec Industries

Acquisition in 2015
Cytec Industries Inc. is a specialty materials and chemicals company headquartered in Woodland Park, New Jersey, founded in 1993. The company develops, manufactures, and sells value-added products primarily for the aerospace, industrial materials, mining, and plastics industries. Cytec operates through four segments: Aerospace Materials, which provides aerospace-qualified prepregs, resin infusion systems, and high-performance carbon fibers; Industrial Materials, offering structural materials and process materials like adhesives and sealant tapes; In Process Separation, supplying mining chemicals such as flotation promoters and solvent extractants; and Additive Technologies, which focuses on polymer additives and formulated resins. The company serves a diverse global market, including North America, Latin America, Europe, and the Asia/Pacific region, utilizing its sales force, third-party distributors, and agents to market its products.

Ryton

Acquisition in 2015
Ryton® PPS resin manufacturing units in Borger, Texas, a pilot plant and R&D laboratories in Bartlesville, Oklahoma, as well as a compounding plant in Kallo-Beveren, Belgium.

Dhaymers Quimica Finaa

Acquisition in 2014
Dhaymers Quimica Fina Ltda produces esters and used as ingredients in skin care market.

Plextronics

Acquisition in 2014
Plextronics is a company that specializes in printed electronics, particularly in the development of organic light-emitting diode (OLED) displays and lighting. The company focuses on innovative technologies involving conductive inks and associated processes, which are essential for the mass production of printed electronic devices. Additionally, Plextronics is involved in the development of active layer technology for organic solar cells and plastic circuitry. By advancing these technologies, Plextronics aims to reduce production costs and enhance the feasibility of integrating printed electronics into various applications.

Chemlogics Group

Acquisition in 2013
Chemlogic Is One Of The Premier Specialty Blending Companies In The Oil And Gas Industry. Their Innovative Products Are Unmatched By Their Competitors In Performance. Their Products Solve Problems Worldwide From The South China Sea To Abu Dhabi And Back Here In The them. Their Exceptional Service And Quality Has Helped them Grow Into A Well-Respected Business In Different Industries.

Next Energy Technologies

Non Equity Assistance in 2013
Next Energy Technologies specializes in transparent photovoltaic nano-coatings that enable windows to convert ultraviolet and infrared light into electricity. This innovative technology allows buildings to generate renewable energy on-site while maintaining transparency and efficiency, even in challenging lighting conditions. By integrating these coatings directly into dual-pane windows, Next Energy Technologies eliminates the need for additional encapsulation, reducing costs for clients. The company's solutions facilitate the transformation of standard windows and glass facades into effective energy producers, contributing to the advancement of net-zero energy building standards.

Sunshield Chemicals

Acquisition in 2012
Sunshield Chemicals Limited manufactures and sells specialty chemicals in India, the United States, Europe, and the Far East.

Polyera

Series C in 2012
Polyera Corporation is a technology company specializing in the development of flexible transistor technologies and advanced materials for the printed and flexible electronics industry. Founded in 2005 and based in Skokie, Illinois, Polyera focuses on creating innovative products that enable lightweight, bendable, and rollable electronics. Its portfolio includes ActivInk products, which serve a variety of applications, such as wearable devices, mobile displays, and Internet of Things solutions. By collaborating closely with clients, Polyera provides tailored technical support and customized solutions, facilitating the commercialization of novel electronic products across diverse sectors, including computing, automotive, and medical markets.

Rhodia

Acquisition in 2011
Rhodia was a French company specializing in fine chemistry, synthetic fibers, and polymers. Established in 1989, it developed, produced, and marketed specialty chemicals that catered to various sectors, including consumer goods, automotive, energy, manufacturing, and electronics. With a presence in 25 countries, Rhodia focused on innovative solutions to meet the needs of its diverse clientele. The company was acquired by the Solvay Group in September 2011, marking a significant transition in its operations and strategic direction.

Polyera

Series B in 2010
Polyera Corporation is a technology company specializing in the development of flexible transistor technologies and advanced materials for the printed and flexible electronics industry. Founded in 2005 and based in Skokie, Illinois, Polyera focuses on creating innovative products that enable lightweight, bendable, and rollable electronics. Its portfolio includes ActivInk products, which serve a variety of applications, such as wearable devices, mobile displays, and Internet of Things solutions. By collaborating closely with clients, Polyera provides tailored technical support and customized solutions, facilitating the commercialization of novel electronic products across diverse sectors, including computing, automotive, and medical markets.

Plextronics

Series B in 2009
Plextronics is a company that specializes in printed electronics, particularly in the development of organic light-emitting diode (OLED) displays and lighting. The company focuses on innovative technologies involving conductive inks and associated processes, which are essential for the mass production of printed electronic devices. Additionally, Plextronics is involved in the development of active layer technology for organic solar cells and plastic circuitry. By advancing these technologies, Plextronics aims to reduce production costs and enhance the feasibility of integrating printed electronics into various applications.

Innogenetics

Acquisition in 2008
Innogenetics NV is a biotechnology company based in Gent, Belgium, that specializes in developing and marketing diagnostic products aimed at enhancing therapy management and patient health. The company focuses on molecular diagnostics, particularly for infectious diseases, genetic testing, tissue typing, neurodegeneration, and oncology. Its product offerings include screening tests for HIV, HCV, HTLV, and syphilis, as well as genotyping tests for hepatitis B and human papillomavirus, alongside drug-resistance tests for tuberculosis and hepatitis B. Innogenetics also provides genetic testing for conditions such as cystic fibrosis and offers neurodegeneration tests for Alzheimer's disease. In the oncology sector, the company distributes diagnostic products for breast and colon cancer. Additionally, it is involved in the development of therapeutic vaccines for infectious diseases, with several candidates currently in clinical trials. The company has established numerous collaborative agreements for research and distribution, and its products are primarily available in various countries, including Germany, France, Italy, and the United States. Founded in 1985, Innogenetics operates as a subsidiary of Solvay Pharmaceuticals S.A.

Plextronics

Series B in 2007
Plextronics is a company that specializes in printed electronics, particularly in the development of organic light-emitting diode (OLED) displays and lighting. The company focuses on innovative technologies involving conductive inks and associated processes, which are essential for the mass production of printed electronic devices. Additionally, Plextronics is involved in the development of active layer technology for organic solar cells and plastic circuitry. By advancing these technologies, Plextronics aims to reduce production costs and enhance the feasibility of integrating printed electronics into various applications.

Solvay Specialty Polymers Italy

Acquisition in 2002
Solvay Specialty Polymers Italy S.p.A. manufactures and supplies plastic products, polymer films and sheets for customers in Italy and internationally.
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