This move aims to fuel regional growth and enhance its service to specialty ingredient and chemical customers across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa.
ChemPoint LLC, a prominent subsidiary of Univar Solutions LLC, a global leader in providing solutions to users of specialty ingredients and chemicals, officially announced the establishment of its new EMEA (Europe, Middle East, and Africa) headquarters in Dublin, Ireland. This move, marked by the launch of ChemPoint Ireland Ltd on July 9, 2025, signifies a pivotal step in the company's ambitious growth trajectory across the region.
Austin Nichols, ChemPoint President and CEO, expressed his enthusiasm for this significant expansion. "We're thrilled to announce the opening of our new EMEA headquarters in Dublin, Ireland – the first step in executing our strategic growth plan within EMEA," said Nichols. He further elaborated on the strategic advantages Dublin offers, stating, "Dublin offers unparalleled access to exceptional talent and serves as a convenient hub for international travel connectivity, enhancing our ability to meet with customers, engage with supplier partners, and attend industry conferences and events to stay abreast of market trends."
The decision to establish a strong presence in Dublin underscores ChemPoint's commitment to deepening its engagement and service capabilities within the diverse EMEA markets. The company has already made significant progress in building its regional team, having successfully recruited a number of employees in the greater Dublin area. These key hires include Dr. Anna Wilson, who has been appointed as the General Manager for the EMEA operations. ChemPoint also has concrete plans to further expand its workforce in the coming months.
The new roles being filled across the Dublin headquarters span critical functions essential for robust regional operations. These include technical sales and market development, customer service, supply chain operations, regulatory and quality assurance, and product management. This comprehensive staffing strategy aims to ensure that ChemPoint is well-equipped to provide tailored solutions and unparalleled support to its growing customer base and supplier partners throughout the EMEA region.
Dr. Anna Wilson, the newly appointed General Manager for EMEA, shared her excitement about joining ChemPoint. "ChemPoint employees have a unique ability to ignite a desire to excel in others. Their drive is contagious, and it pulls you in," said Dr. Wilson. She added, "I'm thrilled to become a part of this dynamic and agile organization that offers a spirit of adventure for those ready to push boundaries and reshape the perception of the chemical industry. I truly believe we will have a significant impact on fine chemical distribution across Europe."
With its new EMEA headquarters now firmly established in Dublin, ChemPoint is positioned to significantly accelerate its growth initiatives. The company is committed to reinforcing its dedication to serving specialty ingredient like Hydroxyethyl Cellulose and chemical customers across the vast and varied landscapes of Europe, the Middle East, and Africa.
