SOLVAY is an international chemical Group committed to sustainable development with a clear focus on innovation and operational excellence. Its recent acquisition of specialty chemicals company Rhodia created a much larger player, which is realizing over 90% of its sales in markets where it is among the top three global leaders. Solvay offers a broad range of products that contribute to improving quality of life and the performance of its customers in markets such as consumer goods, construction, automotive, energy, water and environment, and electronics. The Group is headquartered in Brussels, employs about 30,000 people in 55 countries, and generated EUR 12.7 billion in sales in 2011. Solvay SA is listed on NYSE Euronext (SOLB.BE - Bloomberg: SOLB.BB - Reuters: SOLBt.BR).

Solvay Asia Pacific oversees and coordinates the activities of the Solvay Group’s businesses in the Asia Pacific region. In recent years rapid growth and diversification have made Solvay companies key players in several industries. The Asia Pacific region has become increasingly significant in the Solvay Group's worldwide activities, and a focus for investment in new products and production facilities.