About Specialty Operations France
Located at 9 Rue des Cuirassiers in Lyon, the cosmetic lab at Syensqo drives chemical innovation across France and Europe. Operating from the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region, this facility is part of Syensqo’s global network of:
- 62 industrial sites worldwide
- 12 major research and innovation centers
- Operations spanning 30 countries
- 13,000 employees globally
From its Lyon base, Syensqo develops solutions for aerospace, automotive, healthcare, and sustainable manufacturing, while maintaining its position on the Euronext Brussels stock exchange.
Frequently asked questions
Syensqo provides chemical solutions and research services across multiple sectors:
- Research & Development
- Chemical formulation
- Materials testing
- Process optimization
- Industrial Applications
- Green hydrogen solutions
- Battery materials
- Consumer goods ingredients
- Environmental Technology
- Clean manufacturing processes
- Natural-based solutions
- Sustainable materials
The company operates 62 industrial sites and employs 13,000 people globally.
Syensqo operates across multiple industries with the following focus areas:
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Research and innovation centers support development across these sectors.
Syensqo maintains a global operational network:
- Research & Innovation Centers
- 12 major R&I facilities
- Focus on breakthrough solutions
- International research teams
- Industrial Presence
- 62 production sites
- 30 countries worldwide
- Regional innovation hubs
- Market Coverage
- Europe headquarters
- Americas operations
- Asia-Pacific facilities
The company is listed on Euronext Brussels and maintains operations across multiple continents.
More details about Specialty Operations France
Syensqo: A global leader in research and innovation
Syensqo, headquartered in Lyon, France, stands as a major player in industrial research and development. With 13,000 employees worldwide and operations across 30 countries, the company maintains 62 industrial sites and 12 specialized research centers.
Advanced research facilities and specialized labs
At their Lyon facility, located at 9 Rue des Cuirassiers in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region, Syensqo operates a cosmetic lab among other specialized research units. This strategic location in France’s second-largest metropolitan area provides access to a rich network of scientific talent and industrial partners.
Market sectors and applications
Industry coverage
- Aerospace and automotive solutions
- Agricultural innovations
- Battery technology
- Consumer goods and electronics
- Healthcare and cosmetics
- Green hydrogen development
Research and development focus
The company’s R&D centers work on sustainable solutions across multiple sectors. Their work spans from developing new materials for the aerospace industry to creating innovative formulations for cosmetics and healthcare products.
Environmental commitment and innovation
Based in France’s dynamic Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region, Syensqo integrates environmental sustainability into its research programs. The company develops clean technologies and natural solutions, contributing to sustainable manufacturing practices across industries.
Global reach and market presence
As a publicly-traded company on Euronext Brussels, Syensqo maintains strong connections between its French research facilities and its global network of innovation centers. This structure enables efficient knowledge sharing and accelerated development of new solutions across all sectors.









