Arkema (OTCMKTS:ARKAY) is a global specialty chemicals company headquartered in Colombes, France. Established in 2004 as a spin-off from the chemicals division of Total, the firm develops and manufactures high-performance materials and solutions across a diverse range of end markets. Its activities are organized into four core segments—Adhesive Solutions, Advanced Materials, Coating Solutions and Intermediates—serving industries such as automotive, construction, electronics, packaging, and consumer goods.
In its Adhesive Solutions segment, Arkema produces pressure-sensitive adhesives, sealants and structural bonding products used in sectors from medical devices to flexible packaging. The Advanced Materials division offers high-performance polymers, composites and specialty resins designed to meet the needs of demanding applications, including 3D printing, aerospace components and lightweight vehicle parts. Through its Coating Solutions business, the company supplies water-based, solvent-based and powder coatings aimed at improving durability, aesthetics and environmental compliance. The Intermediates unit focuses on key monomers, thiochemicals and hydrogen peroxide used by chemical operators and industrial customers worldwide.
Arkema maintains a significant global footprint with operations in over 50 countries, including major production sites in Europe, North America and Asia-Pacific. The company’s research and development centers are strategically located to facilitate collaboration with local customers and to drive innovation in high-growth markets. By combining regional manufacturing capabilities with a robust supply-chain network, Arkema can address shifting regulatory requirements and emerging trends, such as sustainable materials and circular economy initiatives.
Since its inception, Arkema has been led by Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Thierry Le Hénaff, under whose stewardship the company has pursued strategic acquisitions and divestitures to focus on higher-value activities. With a commitment to sustainable chemistry and rigorous safety standards, Arkema continues to invest in next-generation technologies, aiming to reduce its environmental footprint while delivering differentiated solutions to its industrial and consumer markets.
