Leadership and Governance

Built on clear values, empowered by performance

Safic-Alcan’s governance framework is designed to support long-term performance, ethical decision-making and sustainable growth. It ensures clear accountability, effective oversight and alignment between strategy, leadership and operational execution.

Our leadership is guided by strong values — Entrepreneurship, Expertise, Responsibility and Trust — which shape how decisions are made across the Group and how value is created for all stakeholders.

Entrepreneurship

Entrepreneurship is a key driver of Safic-Alcan’s governance and leadership model. We encourage autonomy and accountability at local level, enabling leaders to take informed decisions close to markets and customers.

This entrepreneurial approach supports agility, innovation and responsiveness, while remaining aligned with the Group’s strategic priorities and governance framework.

Responsibility

We are driven by a deep sense of responsibility for our customers, suppliers, employees, and the overall environment around us. We care for the well-being of all stakeholders, ensuring their success and satisfaction through our commitment to exceptional service, responsible practices, sustainable approach to ingredient selection and a genuine concern for the durable impact of our actions.

Expertise

Our teams are comprised of highly skilled and technical people. Our commitment to expertise, and the innovation that comes with it, is a priority in the way we conduct business, enabling all the solutions we deliver. We continuously invest in the development and enhancement of our team’s knowledge to provide cutting-edge services. Our proficiency in industrial specialty chemicals, and market trends ensures that our customers and suppliers and overall stakeholders, benefit from the highest level of technical competence and industry insights.

Trust

Trust is the foundation of our relationships. We build and uphold trust with our customers, suppliers, and employees through transparency, integrity, and reliability. Our global success is a testament to the trust we’ve earned, and we recognize the importance of preserving our reputation by consistently delivering on our promises and maintaining the highest ethical standards.

Our Executive Committee and Supervisory Board

Leadership Structure at a Glance

Safic-Alcan’s leadership structure is built to ensure strategic coherence, efficient decision-making and strong governance oversight.
The Executive Committee works closely with the Supervisory Board to define strategic direction, monitor performance and ensure alignment with the Group’s long-term objectives and values.

Regulatory Compliance & Speak-Up

Safic-Alcan operates in a complex and evolving regulatory environment. We actively monitor and comply with applicable regulations related to health, safety, environmental protection and business ethics across all our activities.

Our Speak-Up mechanism allows employees and external stakeholders to report concerns or potential misconduct confidentially. This system reinforces our commitment to transparency, accountability and continuous improvement.