Welcome to the Research & Development Organization of Arkema Inc.

Innovation. It thrives at Arkema Inc. in the hearts and
minds of our R&D researchers and scientists. In a planned
effort built by scientists working together in a collaborative
environment, we develop state-of-the-art specialty chemicals
and polymers that provide customers with practical solutions
to the challenges and opportunities they face. As a company,
Arkema is committed to developing solutions today for
tomorrow’s societal needs. We have established four
priorities for our R&D focus:

• Water management
• Lightweight materials
• Materials for new energies
• Renewable materials

Arkema is committed to excellence, the pursuit of safety and environmental protection, optimized performance of its industrial tools, and best-in-class competitiveness. 

The world is our inspiration.  We encourage you to learn more about us.

Dr. Ryan Dirkx
Vice President of
Research & Development