Chemicals: HELM AG

Chemicals are an essential part of everyday life. Through our activities in the marketing of chemical products, we can therefore drive positive change around the globe. Together with our partners, we create long-term value – for people and the environment.

Our actions

We act globally as a link between chemical manufacturers and customers – in large-volume sales as well as in regional distribution and niche markets. We cultivate long-term partnerships and make decisions based on conviction rather than short-term opportunism.

Our sustainability

We base our sustainability strategy on three pillars: We are continuously expanding our bio-based product portfolio. We optimise our production and logistics to reduce our carbon footprint, and we promote business models based on the circular economy and recycling.

Values & responsibility

Our impact

We move about 8 million tons of chemicals each year – for more than 3,000 partners in over 30 countries. We are aware of this great responsibility and are committed to meeting it every day. Our aim is to leave a world worth living in for future generations.

Our product portfolio

We are broadly positioned with our high-volume commodity business and the marketing of downstream products. We minimise the effects of market volatility – and thereby ensure a stable business basis for our customers and partners.

Base Chemicals

Our Base Chemicals form the foundation of the chemical value chain. They are processed into a variety of everyday products or form the basis for industrial materials.

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Intermediates

Intermediates are processed chemical compounds. They are developed for specific applications and processes and are created by the reaction of different base chemicals

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Inorganics, Acids & Lyes

This category includes substances that have acidic or alkaline properties and chemical compounds that do not contain carbon. These include acids and bases and inorganic compounds.

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Services

Here you will find an overview of the services provided by HELM Chemicals.

Market expertise

Global sales organisation and market expertise supported by a broad network.

Planning & Logistics

Combined transport, own oil terminals and solutions for road, rail, sea and intermodal transport.

Partnerships

Long-term, trusting partnerships with reliable and established partners.

Contract design

Adaptation to legal requirements and individual needs. Our core competences: Industry-specific knowledge & legal expertise.

Financing models

Development of customised financial solutions. Partner-orientated, innovative and responsible in international cooperation with financial institutions, companies and fintechs.

Worth knowing

HELM's international success story began with chemicals trading. This business area is an integral part of our DNA and has characterised us for decades.

8 million

TONNES OF GOODS MOVED

3.6 bn

IN TURNOVER IN 2023

NATIONALITIES UNDER ONE ROOF

LEADING THE WAY TOGETHER

Partnerships are what make HELM strong – and we realise that we can achieve more together. We are therefore expanding our partnerships in selective cases in order to jointly pursue a vision and generate additional added value in the industry.

SPCI

SPCI HELM is a leading producer, processor and service provider of industrial chemicals, focusing on the sulphur value chain. From processing to the production of sulphuric acid and aluminium sulphate, we play a crucial role in industries such as oil and gas, glass and solar cells, as well as water treatment.

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Qore

Qore is a joint venture between HELM and Cargill that will produce bio-based 1,4-Butanediol with a renewable raw material and up to 93% less CO2 emissions compared to fossil 1,4-Butanediol under the brand name QIRA® from the beginning of 2025. This means that many fibre raw materials and polymers can be produced much more sustainably.

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Valenz

Valenz is one of the global market leaders for methanol and offers customised solutions for the transport and storage of this versatile raw material. The company combines expertise from the entire value chain under one roof and is characterised by its close proximity to customers in order to respond flexibly to specific requirements.

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Trillium

Trillium is developing an innovative process for the production of bio-based acrylonitrile (ACN), which is used, for example, in the production of carbon fibres or in water treatment. We have been financially involved since the development phase and will bring it to commercial realisation with our partners and market it globally.

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