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Pushing boundaries for a sustainable and digital world发表时间:2019-10-15 14:09 Pushing boundaries for a sustainable and digital worldStrategic program for circular economy / Innovative solutions for key industries / Comprehensive interior concept for future mobility / Focus on trend-setting themes At the K 2019 plastics trade fair, Covestro is presenting innovative products and solutions, particularly for sustainability and digitalization, the key trends of our time. The materials manufacturer is constantly pushing existing boundaries in order to improve people's lives, generate value for customers and, above all, protect the environment. With a strategic program Covestro aims to advance the circular economy and the use of non-fossil raw materials in the plastics industry. At booth A 75 in hall 6, the company will also be presenting products and technologies for key sectors such as the automotive, construction and electronics industries, as well as innovative and functional applications in the healthcare, furniture, sports and leisure sectors.
The highlight of Covestro's trade fair appearance is a comprehensive interior concept for future mobility: trends such as autonomous driving, electric drive and car sharing make the automobile a multifunctional, mobile living and working space. It's all about functionality, comfort and design, not least also about efficiency. Covestro has developed the concept together with important partners along the automotive value chain. The main features are newly designed surfaces, the integration of ambient lighting, the latest infotainment systems and forward-looking seating concepts. On Wednesday, 16 October, the company will dedicate a special Theme Day to the automotive industry. Science Celebration (October 17) The second day of K 2019 is dedicated to current and outstanding research findings in polymer science. The highlight will be the presentation of the Covestro Science Award to a professor in the presence of invited guests from the world of science. The prize consists of a three-year doctoral fellowship to promote young scientists in materials research at universities. In addition, a researcher from Covestro will be awarded the Covestro Science Medal for outstanding scientific developments. Start-up Challenge (October 20) With the Start-up Challenge, Covestro aims to promote the creativity and entrepreneurial thinking of its employees and find the best business idea of 2019. The winners of the first competition will be chosen at the trade fair: they will be able to work as founders, implement their ideas and test their marketability. In return, they will receive start-up financing of up to one million euros, be released from their jobs for up to one year and can work within the company as start-ups. The ideas of the six finalist teams are focused on the development of the circular economy. Local talent search At K 2019, Covestro also will be presenting itself as an attractive employer to students, junior employees and experienced professionals. Curious jobseekers will find the right person to answer all their questions at the Career Bar. All journalists are cordially invited to visit Covestro's press center at the A 75 exhibition booth gallery in Hall 6. You will have the opportunity to talk about the innovations and topics on display and receive the Covestro press kit for K 2019. On request, we would also be happy to give tours of the booth or arrange interviews. About Covestro: With 2018 sales of EUR 14.6 billion, Covestro is among the world’s largest polymer companies. Business activities are focused on the manufacture of high-tech polymer materials and the development of innovative solutions for products used in many areas of daily life. The main segments served are the automotive, construction, wood processing and furniture, and electrical and electronics industries. Other sectors include sports and leisure, cosmetics, health and the chemical industry itself. Covestro has 30 production sites worldwide and employs approximately 16,800 people (calculated as full-time equivalents) at the end of 2018. |