Omya International AG

Omya is a leading global producer of industrial minerals—primarily calcium carbonate—and a worldwide distributor of specialty materials. Founded in 1884, the company utilizes its deep expertise in natural mineral processing, surface treatments, and chemistry to provide functional solutions across diverse industries, including construction, paper and board, polymers, food, and personal care. Its operations are supported by an extensive global infrastructure, featuring 160 production plants, 17 dedicated laboratories, and over 325 patent families, allowing it to maintain strict quality control, regulatory compliance, and consistent product performance for customers in more than 50 countries.

Beyond its own production, Omya operates as a major chemical and specialty materials distributor, serving as a one-stop shop that provides technical solutions through a portfolio of pigments, binders, additives, and life science ingredients. By focusing on sustainability and long-term research—supported by its Horizon Framework—the company helps customers achieve their own environmental goals through material substitution and formulation optimization. Its collaborative approach involves working closely with manufacturers and end-users to solve specific technical challenges, improve process efficiencies, and develop new, high-performance materials for both immediate market needs and future societal requirements.