Basel, Switzerland—January 22, 2025 – Arxada, a global leader in specialty chemicals and innovative solutions, announces a solid achievement in its intellectual property strategy, having doubled its patent filings in 2024 compared to the previous year. This milestone underscores the company's commitment to innovating for a more sustainable future and highlights the successful collaboration between its Research & Development (R&D) and Intellectual Property (IP) teams.
The surge in patent filings spans all of Arxada's business units, reflecting a dynamic approach to invention that is deeply rooted in cross-functional teamwork. By fostering an environment of collaboration, Arxada has empowered its scientists to translate groundbreaking ideas into tangible intellectual property, thus strengthening the company's competitive edge in meeting the growing need for more sustainable solutions.
"We are incredibly proud of our team's efforts and the significant increase in our patent filings this year," said Rick Strittmatter, Chief Technology, Innovation & Sustainability Officer, Arxada. "This achievement is a testament to the hard work, creativity and strategic alignment between our R&D and IP departments. By working closely together, our innovation pipeline is thriving, laying the groundwork for future advancements that will benefit our customers and the industry as a whole."
In 2024, Arxada's innovative spirit has led to the development of several new products and technologies that address critical challenges across various sectors, including paints and coatings, hygiene, and home and personal care applications. The company's focus on sustainability remains at the forefront of its research initiatives, driving the creation of solutions that meet evolving market demands.
Looking ahead, Arxada is on track to maintain or exceed this pace in 2025, with a robust channel of ideas and projects in development. The ongoing internal collaborations will continue to play a crucial role in identifying, protecting and commercializing new innovations, ensuring that Arxada remains at the forefront of its industry.
For more information about Arxada’s commitment to innovation and its expanding portfolio of patented technologies, please visit www.arxada.com and Arxada on LinkedIn
About Arxada
Arxada is a global science-based specialty ingredients business creating innovative chemistry and solutions. With customers in more than 100 countries, it achieved sales of CHF 2.0 billion in 2023. The company aims to solve the world’s toughest preservation challenges by enhancing sustainability with cleaner, greener solutions. Arxada focuses on multiple end-markets, primarily in: Human Health & Nutrition, Home & Personal Care, Paints & Coatings and Wood Protection, providing a broad portfolio of differentiated products and solutions, supported by its science and innovation capabilities, in-depth regulatory know-how and track record in manufacturing and process development. Headquartered in Basel (Switzerland), the company’s 3,400 employees contribute to the success of its customers, spanning 24 production sites and 14 R&D centers.