Omya, a global minerals and chemicals company operating in more thn 50 countries, has launched a new business unit specializing in the sales and distribution of specialty materials.

Headquartered in Switzerland, Omya Specialty Materials combines a comprehensive portfolio of pigments, binders, additives and life science ingredients from leading manufacturers with the company’s own extensive range of mineral-based products.

Focusing on added value, Omya Specialty Materials is unique in providing a worldwide sales network for leading suppliers, resulting in one-stop shop technical solutions for customers.

Thoralf Gliese, Chief Commercial Officer said, “The new business unit integrates our minerals and chemicals into one unified distribution portfolio which will streamline our supply chain for customers. As a distribution partner for leading suppliers of chemicals and additives, Omya Specialty Materials has the advantages of broad technical expertise, long-term customer relationships, and worldwide logistics.”

Omya Specialty Materials will operate alongside Omya Performance Polymer Distribution, which was created in early 2025 to focus on the global performance polymer market following the acquisition of Distrupol.