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Q1: What is the company name and its location?
A1: The company name is Omya | Minerals and specialty materials, and it is located at Omya International AG, Baslerstrasse 42, CH4665 Oftringen, Switzerland.
Q2: What types of products does Omya offer?
A2: Omya offers a wide range of products, including adhesives and sealants, agriculture products (soil conditioning, plant nutrition, plant health, animal nutrition, pet care), air treatment products, building and construction materials (engineered wood products, dry mortar, facades and external wall insulations, concrete, eco concrete), food and pharma products (calcium fortification solutions, baking solutions, white pigment solutions, powder flow solutions), paints and coatings, personal care and home care products, polymers, pulp and paper, water treatment products.
Q3: What industries does Omya serve?
A3: Omya serves various industries, including agriculture, air treatment, building and construction, food and pharma, packaging, paints and coatings, personal care and home care, polymers, pulp and paper, and water treatment.
Q4: How many employees does Omya have globally?
A4: Omya has approximately 9,000 employees across more than 50 countries.
Q5: What is the company's approach to sustainability?
A5: Omya takes a twofold approach to sustainability, focusing on enhancing its own performance across social, environmental, and economic dimensions, as well as helping customers achieve their sustainability goals. The company aims to have a low carbon footprint with its natural mineral solutions.
Q6: What is the company's history?
A6: Omya has been in operation for 140 years, using natural minerals and chemistry to improve life for current and future generations. Its products can be found in various everyday items, improving their functionality, appearance, or sustainability.
Q7: How many plants does Omya have globally?
A7: Omya operates 160 plants across more than 50 countries.
Q8: What is the company's global distribution strategy?
A8: Omya partners with leading manufacturers of specialty materials to offer a full portfolio of pigments, binders, and additives to customers worldwide. The company distributes engineered materials as well as specialty ingredients, supporting customers with technical advice and application development.