坚定看好中国市场——科莱恩高管谈在华投资和可持续发展

Core Insights - Clariant's recent investment in China marks a significant step forward, with the inauguration of a high-performance surfactants and halogen-free flame retardants expansion project in Huizhou, Guangdong, showcasing the company's commitment to the Chinese market [1] Financial Performance - Clariant reported a notable increase in its EBITDA margin, rising from 16.4% in the same period last year to 18.0%, driven by performance improvement plans and effective pricing and cost management [2] - The company has achieved an average annual revenue growth of 4% since 2021, with EBITDA margins expected to reach 15.8% in FY2024, up from 13.9% in FY2023, and projected to further increase to 17%-18% in FY2025 [2] Sustainability Initiatives - The new production lines emphasize sustainable development, with a focus on upgrading pharmaceutical production capacity and enhancing capabilities in the electric mobility and electronics sectors [3] - Clariant aims to reduce direct and indirect emissions by 46% by 2030, up from a previous target of 40%, and increase supply chain emissions reduction targets from 14% to 28% [3] Strategic Importance of China - China is identified as a core strategic market for Clariant, with plans to increase the sales proportion from approximately 10% to 14% by 2027 [4] - The company emphasizes local innovation and supply chain resilience as key competitive advantages in the Chinese market, which is projected to account for over 40% of global chemical market share [5]