Evonik develops new biodegradable excipients for oral drug delivery
Evonik is developing a novel biodegradable polymer platform that will form the basis for the next generation of its EUDRAGIT® functional excipients for oral drug delivery. The polymers combine a biodegradable end-of-life profile with performance comparable to today’s industry standards for solubility enhancement and delayed-release coatings.
Evonik sharpens growth strategy
Essen, Germany. With a clear focus on all its activities, Evonik will strengthen growth over the next three years. The business portfolio will be set up according to roles, and specific tasks will be assigned to the major sites in Germany.
Evonik breaks ground on biotechnology expansion in Slovakia
Evonik has broken ground on a new biotechnology expansion project at its Fermas site in Slovenská Ľupča, Slovakia. This marks the next major milestone in the approximately EUR 80 million investment to expand Evonik’s biotechnology capabilities and strengthen its contract manufacturing services for the company’s drug substance business.
Evonik concentrates business in Germany
Evonik plans to close two smaller sites in Germany by next year. At the company’s Hamburg site, around 50 employees currently supply products for the cosmetics and personal care industry.
Claus Rettig to serve as interim CEO of Evonik
At an extraordinary meeting, the Supervisory Board today appointed Dr. Claus Rettig to Evonik's Executive Board effective September 1, 2026, and appointed him Deputy Chairman.
Evonik expands lipid-based drug delivery capabilities with new GMP manufacturing facility in Vancouver
Evonik is investing in a new GMP drug product manufacturing facility for lipid-based drug delivery in Vancouver, Canada. The facility will increase Evonik’s development and manufacturing capacity, helping pharmaceutical and biotech customers bring lipid-based pharmaceutical products including vaccines, therapeutics, and other advanced medicines from development through commercial scale.
Clean gently with biosurfactants Friendly cleaners: Why rhamnolipids can fundamentally change the markets for personal care products and cleaning agents.
Clean gently with biosurfactants
Friendly cleaners: Why rhamnolipids can fundamentally change the markets for personal care products and cleaning agents.
Lipid nanoparticles for mRNA therapies Lipid nanoparticles safely deliver active pharmaceutical ingredients to their destination and thus open up new opportunities for mRNA-based therapies.
Lipid nanoparticles for mRNA therapies
Lipid nanoparticles safely deliver active pharmaceutical ingredients to their destination and thus open up new opportunities for mRNA-based therapies.
Conserving resources Functioning cycles: Why Evonik's Circular Economy Program is a key to sustainable growth.
Functioning cycles: Why Evonik's Circular Economy Program is a key to sustainable growth.
Making new mattresses from old Chemical recycling: How Evonik is working with partners to bring the flexible polyurethane foam from used mattresses into the circular economy.
Making new mattresses from old
Chemical recycling: How Evonik is working with partners to bring the flexible polyurethane foam from used mattresses into the circular economy.
Efficiently processing biogas Superior membrane technology: How SEPURAN® Green is helping to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and accelerate the energy transition.
Efficiently processing biogas
Superior membrane technology: How SEPURAN® Green is helping to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and accelerate the energy transition.
Promoting electric mobility An innovative specialty solution: How the Evonik additive AEROXIDE® makes lithium-ion batteries for electric vehicles more powerful and safer.
Promoting electric mobility
An innovative specialty solution: How the Evonik additive AEROXIDE® makes lithium-ion batteries for electric vehicles more powerful and safer.
Natalia on Why Diverse Teams Drive Innovation
More than 11 nationalities, countless perspectives: In the Life Cycle Management team, diversity is a true strength. Natalia shares how different viewpoints help drive innovation and sustainability.
Connie: Building a Career That Lasts
Connie built her career by learning when to take on challenges and when to make changes. Learn why she believes intentional choices and investing in people are what sustain a lasting career.
Patrick's Fascination for 3D-Printed Reactors
From 3D-printed reactors to digital modeling and industrial applications, Patrick's internship at Evonik gave him the opportunity to transform academic knowledge into hands-on innovation.
Heike on Diverse Talent and Global Perspectives
Heike shares how Evonik empowers talent from 22 nationalities, strengthens diversity, and builds the global perspectives needed for future leadership.
What makes an expert? Meet Jennifer and Katharina!
Our skin care experts Jennifer and Katharina share why an expert career path is rewarding, how expertise creates impact for colleagues and customers, and how they continue to learn and grow.
Stepping Beyond the Comfort Zone
From regional responsibilities to global reporting, Angie’s journey shows the value of embracing new opportunities.
Latest stories from our innovation magazine ELEMENTS
The Physics of Invisible Bubbles
They are smaller than many bacteria and behave completely differently from ordinary air bubbles. Researchers at Evonik are investigating how nanobubbles can improve disinfection processes in food processing and why their extraordinary stability is so fascinating from a scientific perspective.
Receipts, food cans, and thermal paper can all contain unwanted chemicals. Researchers at the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Lausanne are developing a safer alternative.
Repairable rotor blades make wind turbines even more sustainable.
Green Bonding Power: Environmentally friendly adhesives are gaining ground worldwide.
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Meet Evonik at these events & conferences
We will be showcasing our latest solutions for the pharmaceutical industry at this year's CPHI Milan. Meet our experts at the show and learn more about how our differentiating products and solutions for drug substance, drug delivery and biopharma can bring your drug product to the next level.
We will be showcasing our latest solutions for the biopharmaceutical industry at this year's Festival of Biologics. Meet our experts at the show and learn more about how our differentiating products and solutions for biopharma and bioprocessing can elevate your biomanufacturing processes.
Meet Evonik at SEPAWA® Congress 2026 and discover innovative solutions for home care, cleaning, and personal care. Explore sustainable surfactant technologies, microbial-based cleaning innovations, and next-generation ceramide concepts at Booth 860-62, Area F.
Webinar: Achieving Precision Nutrition by Mastering Feed Variability
Discover how better ingredient data can transform feed variability into better feed formulation decisions.
Join Evonik Personal Care at Cosmetorium 2026 in Barcelona and discover innovative ingredients and formulation solutions for next-generation beauty and personal care products. Visit our team to explore sustainable concepts, high-performance specialties, and market-driven innovations designed to help brands create effective and differentiated consumer experiences.
Technical Symposium: Discussing Advances in Biopharma & Cell Culture Technology
Join us for an insightful workshop focusing on innovative biopharma solutions, including advancements in cell and gene therapy applications. This event is designed for professionals in the biopharmaceutical industry to explore advancements in cell culture ingredients and technology to enhance their understanding of bioprocess optimization.
Evonik goes beyond the boundaries of chemistry with its combination of innovative strength and leading technological expertise. The common motivation of the approximately 31,000 employees: to provide customers with a decisive competitive advantage with tailor-made products and solutions as a superforce for industry, thereby improving people's lives. In all markets. Every day.
Innovation is part of Evonik's DNA. Our ELEMENTS innovation magazine shows just how inventive our company is and what our researchers are currently working on.
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