Chemicals

Chemicals

Driving results for chemicals players

"Winners in the Chemicals industry aren't choosing between profit and sustainability - they're creating both."
Erwin Douma
Senior Partner
Amsterdam Office, Western Europe

Our comprehensive suite of consulting services addresses every aspect of chemical industry transformation. We combine strategic vision with tactical execution to deliver measurable results that drive long-term competitive advantage.

Performance transformation & operational excellence

We deliver measurable performance improvements in your procurement, supply chains, and plant operations. Our approach encompasses diversifying supply sources, implementing energy recovery systems, and leveraging automation and AI to reduce operational costs while improving capacity utilization. We help clients build agile manufacturing capabilities that can quickly respond to changing market conditions and trade dynamics.

Sustainability & decarbonization strategy

Our sustainability experts guide chemical companies through their decarbonization journey, identifying opportunities to invest in green chemistry, lower-emission processes, and circular economy initiatives. We develop comprehensive strategies that not only reduce regulatory risks but also unlock new revenue streams, such as through bio-based and biodegradable products. Our team facilitates strategic partnerships with waste suppliers and other ecosystem players to create truly circular supply chains.

Growth strategy & portfolio optimization

We help clients make critical decisions about their business portfolio, identifying core versus non-core assets and optimizing capital allocation toward innovation-driven segments. Our growth strategies focus on emerging markets like EV batteries, renewable energy, and advanced electronics, while our M&A expertise supports strategic transactions that enhance competitive positioning. We work with leadership teams to balance risk and growth through intelligent portfolio diversification.

Digital transformation & innovation

Our digital and AI capabilities transform how chemical companies approach R&D, procurement, operations, and sales. We implement AI-driven predictive models for accelerated discovery, digital twins for process optimization, and advanced analytics for demand forecasting and pricing optimization. Our innovation strategies create collaborative ecosystems with startups, academia, and technology providers to accelerate breakthrough developments while ensuring commercial viability.

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