Omya Specialty Materials

Omya is a global leader in the production and distribution of industrial minerals, primarily calcium carbonate and dolomite. Founded in 1884 in Oftringen, Switzerland, the company has grown into a multinational organization with over 8,000 employees and more than 100 locations in over 50 countries. Omya operates two main business areas: the production and distribution of mineral raw materials and the global distribution of chemical products. The company's product portfolio includes industrial minerals used as fillers and pigments across various industries, such as paper, paints, adhesives, plastics, food, and construction. Omya is recognized for its pioneering role in using calcium carbonate in papermaking, which has become the dominant filler and coating pigment in the industry. With a strong commitment to research and innovation, Omya invests in areas like minerals and surfaces, pigment chemical engineering, and microbiology, ensuring high-quality products and services tailored to customer needs.