Brenntag BNR.DE · EUR
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About Brenntag
Its shares trade on XETRA under the ticker BNR.DE. It has been listed since 29 March 2010. It is a member of the DAX. In the fiscal year to 31 December 2025, it reported revenue of €15.17bn and net income of €264.6m. At that date it held total assets of €10.84bn and shareholders' equity of €4.31bn.
Brenntag AG engages in the production and distribution of chemicals. The company is headquartered in Essen, Nordrhein-Westfalen. The company went IPO on 2010-03-29. The company provides business-to-business distribution solutions for industrial and specialty chemicals. The firm purchases and stores large-scale quantities of industrial and specialty chemicals and repackages them into smaller quantities. In addition, the Company also offers additional services, including delivery, product mixing, blending, repackaging, micronization and fine milling, inventory management and drum return handling, as well as technical and laboratory services for specialty chemicals. The firm offers its products to a range of market industries, such as adhesives, paints, oil & gas, food, water treatment, personal care and pharmaceuticals. The firm operates through a network with more than 550 locations in Europe, North and Latin America, and in the Asia Pacific region.
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Company facts
- Sector
- Industrials
- Industry
- Trading Companies & Distributors
- Listed since
- 29 Mar 2010
- Employees
- 17,327
- Website
- brenntag.com ↗
Leadership
Pay as last reported
- Mr. Richard RidingerIndependent Chairman of the Supervisory Board, since 2020€425,000
- Mr. Jens BirgerssonChief Executive Officer, Member of the Management Board
- Dr. Andreas RittstiegIndependent Deputy Chairman of the Supervisory Board, since 2010€288,000
- Mr. Thomas ReistenChief Financial Officer, Member of the Management Board
- Mr. Michael FriedeChief Executive Officer - Brenntag Specialties, Member of the Management Board€2.1m
- Mr. Ewout Van JarwaardeChief Executive Officer - Brenntag Essentials, Member of the Management Board€1.8m
- Ms. Stefanie BerlingerIndependent Member of the Supervisory Board€180,000
- Ms. Sujatha ChandrasekaranIndependent Member of the Supervisory Board€180,000
- Mr. Wijnand DonkersIndependent Member of the Supervisory Board€305,000
- Mr. Ulrich HarnackeIndependent Member of the Supervisory Board€305,000
- Mr. Thomas AltmannSenior Vice President Investor Relations, since 2024
Environmental, social and governance
Scores out of 100, from our data supplier
- Overall
- 88
- Environment
- 81
- Social
- 99
- Governance
- 83
- Direct emissions (scope 1)
- 185,546 t
- Energy emissions (scope 2)
- 48,317 t
- Value chain emissions (scope 3)
- 29,841,798 t
- Women in the workforce
- 35.2%
- Carbon reduction policy
- Yes
- Human rights policy
- Yes
SWOT analysis
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Strengths
- Strong global presence: Brenntag SE has a wide global network, allowing it to operate in multiple countries and serve a diverse customer base.
- Extensive product portfolio: The company offers a wide range of chemicals and ingredients, catering to various industries such as chemicals, pharmaceuticals, and food.
- Strong supplier relationships: Brenntag has established strong relationships with key suppliers, enabling it to access a reliable and diverse supply chain.
Weaknesses
- Dependence on suppliers: As a distributor, Brenntag relies heavily on its suppliers for the availability of products and competitive pricing.
- Vulnerability to economic fluctuations: The company's revenue and profitability are influenced by economic conditions, making it susceptible to downturns.
- Regulatory challenges: Brenntag must comply with various regulations in different countries, which can be complex and costly to manage.
Opportunities
- Growing demand for specialty chemicals: Increasing demand for specialty chemicals in industries such as healthcare, agriculture, and electronics presents growth opportunities for Brenntag.
- Expansion into emerging markets: Brenntag can explore expansion into emerging markets, where demand for chemicals is rising due to industrialization and urbanization.
- Increasing focus on sustainability: The company can capitalize on the growing emphasis on sustainable development by offering eco-friendly products and services.
Threats
- Intense competition: Brenntag faces fierce competition from other chemical distributors and manufacturers, which may affect its market share and pricing power.
- Price volatility: Fluctuations in raw material prices can impact the company's costs and margins.
- Trade barriers and geopolitical risks: Changes in trade policies, tariffs, and geopolitical tensions can disrupt Brenntag's international operations.
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