Interview
Innovation is at the Heart of Our DNA
Interview with Thorsten Kröller, President, Division ACTEGA If you work in this industry, I am sure you have heard of the P provider that is ACTEGA. But how much do you really know about this technology-leading company? When and how did it all begin? What is their company philosophy and how does that translate into product development and market focus? What is their vision for the future? We spoke to the person best placed to answer these questions – Thorsten Kröller, President, Division ACTEGA – and here is what he told us.
tions, specially tailored to the high safety standards of the food and pharmaceutical industries determine our innovation roadmap and activities. However, at ACTEGA, we do not only want to be compliant, we want to further expand our
Emerging as one of the key technologies of the 21st century, printed electronics, and its advancing maturity, has made everyday lives easier
into Research and Development. We also pride ourselves on contributing towards end products that enable brands and consumers to have a greater connection due to the “look and feel” of the packaging, or its environmental credentials, while also ensuring good economics throughout the entire packaging and printing value chain. Legally compliant product solu-
regulatory leadership especially in regards to sustainability. When was ACTEGA established, and has it always been an ALTANA business? ACTEGA actually consists of 10 companies, each founded in different years and regions with different business focuses, but all with a well-established, experienced
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Firstly, who is ACTEGA and what does it specialize in? We’re an innovative specialty chemicals business with a focus on products for the packaging and printing industries. We offer a comprehensive range of specialty and standard solutions for the packaging and print industry, spanning numerous sectors of the market, including flexible packaging and labels, folding cartons, or metal packaging. We invest in sustainable products and new technologies that can
change our industry. We understand that the most impactful solutions need to deliver value to our customers while enabling them to be responsible stewards of our natural resources. To achieve this, we reinvest 10% of our annual sales
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