The company operates through two main segments—Pulp & Paper and Industry & Water—with the Pulp & Paper segment generating maximum revenue through additives, biocides, preservatives, and other chemicals. Kemira is a global leader in sustainable chemical solutions, achieving Leadership-level A- scores in both Water Security and Climate Change CDP rankings as of January 2026.
Cyborg Score Rationale
With a market cap of $3.63B and trailing twelve-month revenue of $3.11B, Kemira demonstrates solid financial performance. Recent recognition as a global leader in sustainable chemistry with Leadership-level CDP scores in both Water Security and Climate Change positions the company well for ESG-focused investors. Growth initiatives and recent acquisitions support expansion into higher-margin segments.
Top Insights
Recent Aquablue acquisition completed January 9, 2026, strengthening water treatment capabilities
Achieved CDP Leadership-level scores in both Water Security and Climate Change, placing it among top 2% of assessed companies for sustainability transparency
Strategic focus on sustainability transformation with target to double water-related revenue and achieve €500M+ from renewable solutions by 2030
Successfully navigated Russia-Ukraine geopolitical impacts through strategic exit from Russian and Belarusian markets in 2022
Named Competitors
Water Treatment & Specialty Chemicals — Global chemical company with broad portfolio
Water Treatment Solutions — Water, hygiene and energy technologies
Specialty Chemicals — Industrial and specialty chemical manufacturer
Recent Developments
(February 2026) Announced AKD wax price increase and conducted share buyback program
(January 2026) Awarded Leadership-level A- CDP scores in Water Security and Climate Change categories
(January 2026) Completed acquisition of Aquablue to expand water treatment offerings
(February 2024) Sold U.S. oil and gas business to Sterling Specialty Chemicals LLC
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