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Innovation
Innovation

Advancing Markets Through Innovation

Innovation that transforms industries

Global megatrends and technology shifts present important opportunities for Syensqo, and we are aligning our businesses, innovation projects, and product portfolio to meet these global challenges. By advancing sustainable innovation, our actions today contribute to a healthier planet tomorrow.

Accelerating the sustainable transition

Electrification: Powering a carbon-neutral future

Electrification is key to achieving carbon neutrality, replacing fossil fuels and coal with clean energy solutions. Chemistry plays a critical role in this transition, enabling the shift to electric mobility, efficient mining, and green hydrogen.

  • Electric Vehicles & Energy Storage: Our Solef® PVDF battery materials improve energy efficiency and safety in EV batteries, e-motors, and charging infrastructure.
  • Green Hydrogen: Our high-performance membranes and specialty chemicals optimize electrolyzers, fuel cells, and hydrogen production, supporting clean transportation and industrial applications.
  • Mining Solutions: Our metal-specific extractants enable efficient battery metal extraction and copper recovery, crucial for the EV supply chain.

     

Lightweighting: Driving efficiency & performance

Reducing weight is essential for fuel efficiency, lower emissions, and sustainable mobility. Our advanced polymer and composite solutions replace heavy metals, delivering durability, corrosion resistance, and improved design flexibility.

  • Aerospace & Automotive: Our CYCOM®, FM™, and MTM™ composite materials enhance structural performance and fuel efficiency in aircraft and EVs.
  • Thermoplastic Composites: Our lightweight, high-strength materials support circularity and recyclability in the aviation, automotive, and energy sectors.

     

Advanced Connectivity: Enabling the digital revolution

The demand for hyperconnectivity, miniaturization, and data growth is driving advancements in electronics and smart devices. We provide high-performance materials that meet the precision and sustainability needs of the electronics industry.

  • Semiconductors & Smart Devices: Our Solef® PVDF, Tecnoflon® PFR FFKM, and Galden® PFPE materials ensure thermal stability, miniaturization, and durability in next-generation chips and 5G devices.
  • Automotive & Electronics: Our specialty polymers support high-performance sensors, power electronics, and vehicle connectivity, enhancing safety and efficiency.

 

Resource Efficiency: Reducing environmental impact

As industries shift towards circularity and sustainable materials, Syensqo develops solutions that optimize resource use, minimize waste, and improve efficiency across key sectors.

  • Sustainable Mining: Our digital platforms and solvent extractants enhance mineral recovery and water conservation, reducing the footprint of mining operations.
  • Water Treatment Solutions: Our membrane technologies support clean water access, industrial filtration, and municipal wastewater treatment, promoting sustainable water management.
  • Circular Packaging: Our high-performance polymers extend food shelf life and enhance recyclability, reducing packaging waste.

     

Improving Quality of Life: Innovations for a healthier future

With demographic shifts, climate change, and rising healthcare demands, we are pioneering solutions that enhance human health, well-being, and food security.

  • Healthcare & Medical Devices: Our biocompatible polymers and Actizone™ disinfection technology improve implantable devices, drug delivery systems, and hygiene products.
  • Smart Wearable Polymers: Our materials for next-generation wearables enable advanced health monitoring and diagnostics.
  • Agricultural Solutions: Our bio-based crop protection and plant nutrition solutions support sustainable farming and food security.

 

Natural & Low-Carbon Solutions: Driving innovation forward

Consumer demand for organic, natural, and sustainable products is driving a shift toward renewable carbon, bio-based materials, and biodegradable solutions.

  • Beauty & Personal Care: Our bio-based guar derivatives and Naternal™ polymers offer sustainable, biodegradable alternatives for skincare and haircare products.
  • Waterborne Coating Solutions: Our low-carbon coatings reduce volatile emissions, supporting decarbonization efforts in construction and manufacturing.
  • Biological Crop Formulations: Our formulation expertise enables next-generation agricultural biologicals, reducing reliance on synthetic chemicals.
Jean-François Weber

“Working with Syensqo is easy- they are durable, efficient, and reliable. Our relationship with Syensqo has lasted over ten years, and throughout that time, they have consistently led in innovation. Every material they have developed for our fuel cell applications has been a success.”

Jean-François Weber,  Founder, GreenGT

Romain De Costanzo

“Syensqo is the perfect partner because they offer a broad range of polymers that seamlessly integrate with our applications, helping us achieve our sustainability goals.”

Romain De Costanzo, CEO, HYCCO

Piero Mancinelli

“The hydrogen transition is an incredible journey, and like any journey, choosing the right partner is crucial. As a materials-driven solutions company, we take great care in selecting our partners. Science is moving toward reducing the carbon footprint while enhancing performance, and Syensqo is heading in the right direction!”

Piero Mancinelli, Head of Tech Center Hydrogen Technologies, Continental

How is Syensqo is powering the future of sustainable aviation?

We are explorers at heart, pushing the boundaries of innovation. Climate Impulse is our most ambitious project yet - a groundbreaking aircraft powered by hydrogen and designed to fly 45,000 km with zero emissions.

In collaboration with our partners, we are pioneering advanced lightweight materials, high-performance coatings, and next-generation fuel cell technology to make this vision a reality.