1962
The first subsidiary in Europe was founded when SEKISUI CHEMICAL GMBH was established as the representative organization of SEKISUI’s European operations in Germany.
About SEKISUI CHEMICAL GMBH
SEKISUI CHEMICAL GmbH was established in 1962 as the representative organization of Sekisui’s European operations to provide various advanced solutions through import and export activities between Sekisui Japan and the European markets.
In line with our fundamental philosophy of enhancing Customer Satisfaction, we are offering our products to various markets, such as Automotive, Chemicals, Electronics (Information Technology), Functional Materials and others. Our mission is to provide cutting-edge technology while adhering to the highest standards of corporate responsibility.
1970s - 1990s
Further companies were established in the Netherlands, such as SEKISUI ESLON B.V. in 1974 and SEKISUI S-LEC B.V. in 1996.
1971
SEKISUI ALVEO AG was founded in Switzerland as the basis for further growth in Europe.
2000s - 2010s
Further companies joined the SEKISUI family: SEKISUI ALVEO BS GMBH and SEKISUI SPECIALITY CHEMICALS EUROPE S.L. in 2009.
2010 - 2015
SEKISUI DIAGNOSTICS (UK) LTD. joined in 2011, followed by SEKISUI DIAGNOSTICS GMBH in 2014 and SEKISUI PIPE RENEWAL B.V. in 2015.
2017
SEKISUI EUROPE B.V. was announced as official regional headquarters of SEKISUI in Europe.
2018
SEKISUI POLYMATECH EUROPE B.V. was acquired.
Business sectors
SEKISUI’s product range is comprehensive, spanning from high-performance thermal and acoustic insulation, ultra-lightweight automobile components, infrastructure rehabilitation to sound-reduction products for construction and much more. SEKISUI services the following four business sectors:
Mobility
SEKISUI in Europe helps you to shape the future of automotive and transportation by continuously providing sustainable mobility innovations that enable new user experiences.
Construction & Infrastructure
It is our goal to ensure that urban environments are safe, convenient, and enjoyable – by providing innovative and sustainable high-quality-solutions that improve everyday life.
Electronics
When it comes to the development of high-quality solutions for electronic devices, we constantly make user satisfaction our primary objective and are focused on optimising performance, heat transfer, and ease of use.
Medical & Diagnostics
SEKISUI in Europe has a pioneering history of developing high-quality products for the medical and diagnostics sector. With every innovation we share the ambition to improve patient care significantly.
SEKISUI in Europe:
your trusted partner – ready to exceed your expectations
SEKISUI CHEMICAL GMBH is one of nine companies belonging to SEKISUI in Europe – your reliable partner for innovative and sustainable high-performance solutions.
But it’s not just about superior solutions. Whatever we do and wherever we are, we serve to improve people’s lives. As part of the globally operating SEKISUI CHEMICAL Group, our commitment to sustainability, innovation, and quality is deeply rooted in our organisation:
We strive to put our customer’s ideas into practice – by providing a vision and a close partnership. As you create your tomorrow, we’re by your side, focusing on your success.
SEKISUI CHEMICAL Group
Headquartered in Japan, SEKISUI CHEMICAL CO., LTD. and its subsidiaries make up the SEKISUI CHEMICAL Group – the Japanese holding company of all companies of SEKISUI in Europe.
Our commitments
Sustainability, innovation, quality – everything we do at SEKISUI in Europe is focused on these three aspects. We are convinced that we can help our customers to shape a better future for all people – by developing solutions that take these commitments into account.