We cooperate with external partners around the world – large corporations, start-ups, or partners from our ecosystem – to develop and drive ideas forward together, to inspire each other, and provide mutual support. Besides investment we offer access to our network of experts, and benefit from our many years of experience in our global business.
OPEN INNOVATION & VENTURING
There is a reason why Henkel Adhesive Technologies is the global leader in adhesives, sealants, and functional coatings: developing new technologies and solutions for the future is one of our core priorities.
INNOVATION WITH CUSTOMERS
Together with customers in over 800 industry segments, we research and work on key megatrends key megatrends such as urbanization, mobility, connectivity, digitalization and sustainability. We are developing new technologies that enable us to continue improving products and business models – providing our customers with more targeted, customized solutions. This happens in our Innovation Centers around the world and in our headquarters at the Inspiration Center Düsseldorf, Germany. Together we work on the development of new solutions such as making e-mobility safer or food packaging more sustainable.
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INNOVATION PARTNERSHIPS
The Henkel Adhesive Technologies General Manufacturing Maintenance (GMM) business covers technologies such as adhesives, sealings, coatings, cleaners, lubricants, equipment and packaging. We are interested and open to proposed innovations in these areas. In addition, all innovation proposals that support sustainability and the circular economy are always welcome. Whether you are an individual innovator, a corporation or a university, we are interested in building strong partnerships.
CORPORATE VENTURES
At Henkel Ventures, we provide funding combined with strategic partnerships that drive innovation and unlock growth. Our mission is to connect visionary entrepreneurs with value-driven capital and a powerful global ecosystem, fostering impactful co-innovation.