Functional Materials & Solutions

Segment Functional Materials & Solutions (photo)

In the Functional Materials & Solutions segment, we bundle system solutions, services and innovative products for specific sectors and customers, especially the automotive, electrical, chemical and construction industries, as well as for household applications and sports and leisure. Our portfolio comprises catalysts, battery materials, engineering plastics, polyurethane systems, automotive and industrial coatings and concrete admixtures as well as construction systems like tile adhesives and decorative paints.

Key data Functional Materials & Solutions (in million €)

 

 

2015

2014

Change in %

Sales

 

18,523

17,725

5

Thereof Catalysts

 

6,306

6,135

3

Construction Chemicals

 

2,304

2,060

12

Coatings

 

3,166

2,984

6

Performance Materials

 

6,747

6,546

3

EBITDA

 

2,228

1,678

33

Income from operations before special items

 

1,649

1,197

38

Income from operations (EBIT)

 

1,607

1,150

40