Covestro

Covestro AG is a German multinational polymer company that manufactures materials used in a wide range of products, including polyurethanes and polycarbonates. Headquartered in Leverkusen, it operates globally with production sites and research facilities around the world.

The firm traces its roots to Bayer MaterialScience, a division of Bayer. In 2015 Bayer spun off the plastics business and Covestro was established as an independent company, subsequently listing on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange.

Its product portfolio includes polyurethanes for foams, coatings and adhesives, and polycarbonate plastics used in packaging, automotive interiors, and electronics. Covestro serves customers in construction, automotive, electronics, and consumer goods across Europe, Asia, and the Americas.

The company emphasizes sustainability and innovation, pursuing energy efficiency, reduced greenhouse gas emissions, and circular economy initiatives. It invests in recycling technologies, alternative feedstocks, and responsible material usage, and reports on environmental and governance aspects.

With a global workforce and a decentralized management structure, Covestro conducts business through regional units and partner networks. It remains an independent, publicly traded company and participates in international sustainability and industry initiatives.