Linde plc is a leading global industrial gases and engineering company, supplying atmospheric and process gases across a wide range of industries. The company produces oxygen, nitrogen, argon, hydrogen, carbon dioxide and specialty gases, along with related equipment and services. Its solutions support critical applications in manufacturing, healthcare, energy, food and beverage, and electronics, helping customers improve productivity, safety and environmental performance.
In addition to gas production and distribution, Linde offers on-site gas generation, gas processing and cryogenic air separation plants, as well as comprehensive gas handling and distribution systems. The company’s engineering division designs and constructs large-scale industrial gas facilities, incorporating its proprietary technologies for separation, liquefaction and purification. Linde’s service network ensures reliable supply through pipelines, bulk deliveries, cylinders and microbulk systems, tailored to customer needs in both developed and emerging markets.
Founded in 1879 by Carl von Linde in Germany, the enterprise expanded steadily through technological innovation and strategic acquisitions. The modern Linde plc was formed in 2018 following the merger of Linde AG and Praxair, bringing together two of the world’s largest industrial gas companies. This union enhanced Linde’s global footprint, enabling operations in more than 100 countries and strengthening its presence across the Americas, Europe, Asia-Pacific, the Middle East and Africa.
Headquartered in Guildford, United Kingdom, with operational centers in the United States and Germany, Linde is led by Chair and Chief Executive Officer Steve Angel. Under his leadership, the company has emphasized safety, sustainability and carbon reduction, with initiatives to develop low-carbon hydrogen and support customers’ decarbonization goals. Linde’s focus on innovation and operational excellence positions it as a key partner for industries seeking to optimize processes and meet evolving environmental regulations.
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