Global operations
Headquartered in Zug, Switzerland, we are a global producer and supplier of a full range of fertilizers and industrial products, backed by production assets on four continents and a worldwide sales and distribution network.
- Mining
Our raw material base provides for all key ingredients in fertilizer production. We have secured significant reserves of potash and phosphate rock, and benefit from access to an abundant supply of natural gas. Our reserve base also includes iron ore and baddeleyite.
Kovdorskiy GOK
Our integrated mining and processing facility in northern Russia underpins our phosphate production chain, and is the only phosphate mine in the world with iron ore and baddeleyite embedded in the same deposit.
EuroChem Usolskiy
EuroChem began test production at its Usolskiy potash mine in 2018 and now is on track to deliver a 2.9 MMT capacity (exceeding initial design capacity of 2.3 MMT).
EuroChem VolgaKaliy
Situated at the Gremyachinskoe deposit, one of the four largest deposits of potassium ore in Russia, EuroChem VolgaKaliy produces 3 grades of KCI. EuroChemplans to increase potash production at VolgaKaliy to 2 MMT from 2027.
Karatau, Kazakhstan
EuroChem is increasing phosphate mining and processing capacities in Karatau and Zhanatas, Zhambyl region, a project in Kazakhstan with a prime location to access growth markets in China and Central Asia and strengthen intragroup phosphate rock supplies. The current expansion of phosphorite flour production from 0.6 MMT to 0.8 MMT in 2024.
Serra do Salitre, Brazil
EuroChem began operations at our Serra do Salitre phosphate facility in Brazil. Fertilizer production ramp-up started in April 2024 and is expected to reach full capacity by the end of 2024.
The plant will strengthen Eurochem’s production and distribution capabilities while increasing our area of operations, allowing us to better serve this key global market from north to south.
- Production
We own and operate plants in Russia, Belgium, Lithuania and China, and create an extensive mix of both standard and enhanced nitrogen, phosphate, potash and complex fertilizers, as well as several industrial product lines.
Novomoskovskiy Azot
Located in the town of Novomoskovsk in the Tula Oblast, approximately 220 kilometers south of Moscow, Novomoskovskiy Azot is one of Russia’s largest producers of nitrogen fertilizers and ranks first in Russia in urea volumes.
Nevinnomysskiy Azot
Nevinnomysskiy Azot makes a number of fertilizer and industrial products, including ammonia, nitrogen and compound fertilizers, industrial gases, and supplies a broad range of organic synthesis products.
EuroChem Antwerpen
Located in the heart of Europe, our Antwerp facility comprises nitric acid plants, NPK and AN/CAN units, and a nitrophosphoric acid plant, as well as multiple logistics assets.
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Lifosa
The largest producer of phosphate mineral fertilizers in the Baltic States and an industry leader in the European Union. Lifosa produces premium-quality commercial DAP and feed phosphates.
Phosphorit
The leading producer of phosphate fertilizers and feed phosphates in northwest Russia. Phosphorit is located in the Kingisepp industrial zone adjacent to our EuroChem Northwest ammonia plant.
EuroChem-BMU
Located in southern Russia, EuroChem-BMU specializes in the production of phosphate and compound fertilizers. Recent investments have improved efficiency and boosted production output.
EuroChem Northwest
Launched in June 2019, our EuroChem Northwest facility has an annual production capacity of 1 million tonnes of ammonia. EuroChem Northwest-2 is currently under construction.
- Logistics
Our sophisticated and flexible logistics infrastructure ensures our products are efficiently delivered to customers when and where needed. It comprises trucks, storage and port facilities, rail rolling stock and river barges across the globe.
Sillamae Terminal
Our transhipment operations in Sillamae, Estonia, on the Gulf of Finland, can handle liquid cargo, such as methanol, as well as dry fertilizer products. Proximity to facilites in Kingisepp maintain our cost advantages.
EuroChem Antwerpen
Surrounded by the Scheldt and Scheldt-Rhine-Canal, EuroChem Antwerpen is equipped with its own jetties, providing infrastructure for fertilizer distribution and raw material procurement via the North Sea and the Rhine.
- Our Markets
Our sales and distribution operations span five regions: Europe, Russia & CIS, North America, South America and Asia. These are managed through our network of regional offices. Our efficient global distribution network enables us to serve our extensive customer base in over 100 countries. It also plays a key role in advising customers on the selection and use of fertilizers to optimise their crop yields.
Russia/CIS
EuroChem’s market presence is anchored in local production, complemented by a network of wholly-owned distribution centres. We provide customers with a range of agricultural inputs and services – from fertilizers to advanced soil analysis services.
North America
North America is one of EuroChem’s key markets. The Group began operating in the US in 2006. The combination of EuroChem products, supply contracts and a best-in-class logistics service helps us serve our customers better.
South America
Establishing a solid presence in South America has been a natural extension of EuroChem’s global expansion strategy. Brazil’s impressive transformation into a global breadbasket has driven us to secure a strong position in this market. We are present in Brazil through Fertilizantes Tocantins.
Europe
Throughout the European supply chain, our reputation is underpinned by our desire to be a stable and reliable partner, committed to providing the very best quality products and advisory services. Our established local offices and regional sales teams ensure we stay close to our customers in this highly diversified region.
Asia Pacific
Established for over 60 years – and active in 14 countries in the region – EuroChem’s brands are well-known in Asia Pacific markets. The Group’s offering, which focuses on premium fertilizers, is complemented by a wide range of industrial products.
Africa
The African market represents a distinct opportunity for the Group. We have been active across key regional agricultural hubs, and see major potential for products such as water-soluble fertilizers.
- Research and development
ProTech Lab is EuroChem’s corporate R&D center. Our goal is to create innovative solutions that improve EuroChem’s business performance, safety, and sustainability across the entire value chain.
Process Technology Improvement
Carrying out research-and-technology surveys of existing production plants, analyzing problems and hypotheses to improve the business performance of production plants, and searching for, and implementing, knowledge-intensive solutions.
Plant Digitalization
Creating and deploying data-driven digital products (tools) for all EuroChem operations.
Chemical and Agricultural Technology
Running experimental process simulations in the laboratory to formulate recommendations for production sites, selecting the most effective alternative catalysts for chemical processes, developing and testing new fertilizers and industrial products, and searching, and bringing into use new technical solutions.
Mining and Processing Center
Generating, developing and supporting projects to improve the efficiency of mineral processing and resource portfolio utilization, as well as increasing the utilization rate of raw mineral resources at VolgaKaliy, Usolskiy, SaratovKaliy, and Karatau.