Sulzer : Build a PLAnet™ for sustainable bioplastics

About Sulzer

Sulzer's core strengths are flow control and applicators. We specialize in pumping solutions and services for rotating equipment, as well as separation, mixing and application technology.

The Chemtech division is represented in all important industrial countries and sets standards in the field of mass transfer and static mixing with its advanced and innovative solutions. The product offering ranges from process components to complete separation process plants and application technologies. We are the market leader in providing monomer and polymer production technology for poly-lactic acid (PLA) and devolatilization technology for effective removal of residuals. Most of the industrial plants producing the biopolymer PLA are based on Sulzer technology and/or Sulzer process licenses.

The customer support covers engineering services for separation and reaction technology and tower field services to perform tray and packing installation, tower maintenance, welding, and plant turnaround projects. Sulzer customers benefit from a network of over 180 production and service sites around the world.

Sulzer has been headquartered in Winterthur, Switzerland, since 1834. In 2017, we achieved sales of roughly CHF 3 billion with around 14'700 employees. Our shares are traded on the SIX Swiss Exchange (SIX: SUN). www.sulzer.com

About Futerro

Futerro is an engineering company developing state-of-the-art technologies in the field of green chemistry. Futerro is a subsidiary of Galactic, a leading Belgian biotechnology group, worldwide oriented in the sale of licenses of its new sustainable and innovative technologies.

The PLA (Poly Lactic Acid) - one of its flagship products, is a biopolymer that is a better alternative for conventional plastics. Being currently in growing demand, the PLA effectively reduces the carbon footprint thus minimizing the impact on the global warming. www.futerro.com

About TechnipFMC

TechnipFMC is a global leader in subsea, onshore/offshore, and surface projects. With the proprietary technologies and production systems, integrated expertise, and comprehensive solutions, TechnipFMC is transforming clients' project economics. TechnipFMC is uniquely positioned to deliver greater efficiency across project lifecycles from concept to project delivery and beyond.

Through innovative technologies and improved efficiencies, their offering unlocks new possibilities for clients in developing their oil and gas resources. Each of TechnipFMC's employees is driven by a steady commitment to clients and a culture of purposeful innovation, challenging industry conventions, and rethinking how the best results are achieved.

To learn more about us and how TechnipFMC is enhancing the performance of the world's energy industry, go to www.technipfmc.com and follow them on Twitter@TechnipFMC.