- Dow in de Benelux
Dow combines the power of science and technology with the 'Human Element' to continuously improve those things that are essential to human progress. The company connects chemistry and innovation with the principles of sustainability. In this way many of the world's most challenging problems are addressed, such as the need for clean water, energy saving, renewable energy generation and the improvement of agricultural productivity.
Dows various businesses for specialty chemicals, advanced materials, agricultural sciences and plastics are leading within the industry. They offer technology based products and services to clients in about 160 countries and in high growth sectors such as electronics, water, energy, coatings and agriculture. In 2010, Dow managed an annual turnover of $ 53.7 billion and globally employed approximately 50,000 people. The more than 5,000 products of Dow are produced in 188 locations in 35 countries all over the world. More information about Dow Global can be found on www.dow.com.
Daily 2,100 employees and about 700 contract workers in 7 locations and 23 plants in the Benelux make an important contribution to the activities of Dow.
Management and Supervision
The Board of Directors of Dow Benelux B.V. is responsible for the general management. The chairman of the Board of Directors is Gerard van Harten.