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At Croda, we’re proud to see our work, people, and innovations recognised. This page brings together highlights of our external media coverage, from features in leading newspapers and trade journals, to mentions in respected industry publications. Here you can explore how our commitment to science, sustainable innovation and customer centricity continues to drive growth and inspire conversations globally.
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Chemicals Week: Croda focuses on growth and efficiency
8 September 2025: Croda's goal over the next 18 to 24 months is to drive earnings growth by expanding volume and value in core markets while modernising operations to enhance service and reduce costs, Croda CEO Steve Foots told Chemicals Weekly.
SCI's inhouse magazine: C&A Issue 78: Croda at 100
16 July 2025: SCI’s CEO, Sharon Todd, talks to Croda CEO, Steve Foots, about 100 years of chemistry and business innovation.
Croda: Mapping the future of innovation in speciality ingredients
15 July 2025: In Chemistry & Industry: C&I Data, Croda outlines the major trends that will shape the speciality chemicals and ingredients industry over the next 25 years. From sustainability, bio-based and recycled feedstocks, to biotechnology, evolving customer demands, and localisation of supply chains, the piece explains how Croda is positioning itself to lead through change.
Croda reveals INCI name for bio-based hair repair product
14 July 2025: Personal Care Magazine has covered Croda’s announcement of the INCI name for our new bio-based hair repair ingredient, KeraBio™ K31. Designed to deliver effective, sustainable hair strengthening, KeraBio K31 represents the next step in combining performance with responsible science.
Honorary degree awarded to Steve Foots, CEO at University of York
3 July 2025: Croda’s Group CEO, Steve Foots CBE, has been awarded an honorary degree by the University of York.
Chemicals Weekly: Sustainability remains a priority for specialities prodyucers
26 June 2025: Speciality chemicals companies are companies are holding on to their climate commitments in a turbulent world defined by geopolitical tensions and economic uncertainty. Phil Ruxton, Chief Sustainability Officer, comments on Croda's positioning.
Steve Foots, the CEO of Croda gains a CBE in King's Honours
16 June 2025: Steve Foots, Group CEO of Croda, has been appointed a Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE) in the 2025 King’s Birthday Honours, for his services to the chemical and life sciences industries.
Industry and academic leaders urge UK government to recognise chemistry’s strategic importance
10 June 2025: Croda is featured in Chemistry World as part of an industry and academic call for the UK government to recognise chemistry as a field of strategic importance. The article highlights how chemistry underpins innovation, sustainability, and future growth, areas that remain central to Croda’s purpose and vision.
The Yorkshire Times: From Lanolin To Lipids - Croda’s Quiet Century Of Smart Science
7 June 2025: We’re proud to be featured in The Yorkshire Times in “From Lanolin To Lipids: Croda’s Quiet Century Of Smart Science”, which charts our journey from humble beginnings refining lanolin in Yorkshire, to today’s cutting-edge development of specialty lipids. It’s a story of innovation, sustainability and transforming scientific heritage into global impact.
The Telegraph: This undervalued Yorkshire firm is highly prized by global businesses
13 May 2025: In a recent Telegraph article, Croda is described as an “undervalued Yorkshire firm,” with essential global reach across specialty chemicals, life sciences and sustainable ingredients. The piece explores how our focused strategy, innovation capabilities and strong fundamentals may not yet be fully reflected in market valuation.
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