WACKER is a technology leader in the chemical and biotechnology industries, offering products and services for all important global markets. Our Cologne site was founded in 1960 as a plant for producing acetaldehyde from ethylene. It is located in the Cologne Merkenich Chemical Park. Today, our Cologne plant manufactures VAE dispersions for the adhesives, coatings, nonwovens and paint industries. The main factors in choosing this location were its proximity to the Rhine and the associated access to the port. This ensures the smooth supply of important raw materials.

Facts & figures about the location

Name: Wacker Chemie AG, Cologne plant
Location: approx. 10 km north of Cologne city centre
Area: 256,000 m²
Employees: approx. 70 (31 December 2017)
Products: VAE dispersions