Within the past 100 years, Peter Greven developed from a local soap factory to an international corporate group for oleochemicals. Today, this business unit employs more than 350 people. In 1923, Peter Greven founded a soap and glycerine factory in Bad Münstereifel. During the past decades we grew to an international chemical company. Today, we produce high-quality oleochemical additives at our production sites in Bad Münstereifel (DE), Venlo (NL), Penang (MY) and Helena, Arkansas (US) and sell our products all over the world. The continuous development of the past 100 years shows: The balance between the realistic assessment of our possibilities and our will to seize new opportunities in the market have succeeded for three generations. Company Chronicle Corporate Group Policy Here you can find our corporate group policy Peter Greven Group Here you can find an overview of all companies that belong to Peter Greven Group. Find out about current topics, projects and developments in oleochemistry at Peter Greven. Why “One Size Fits All” Does Not Work for Hydrophobic Agents Hydrophobing agents must suit the intended application and formulation. Why standard solutions often fall short, and how LIGAPHOB provides tailored… Aktuelles / Hauptseite Created by Dr. Michael Heinz, Denise Haas Making Sustainability Transparent: Our First VSME Sustainability Report The Peter Greven Group’s first VSME sustainability report provides transparent insight into its targets, measures, and progress. Aktuelles / Hauptseite Created by Verena Koch, Denise Haas Additivated Esters for Long-Life Hydraulic and Gear Oils Ester blends with additives improve oxidation and hydrolytic stability. Learn more about long-lasting hydraulic and gear oils. Aktuelles / Hauptseite Created by Nadine Flügel, Denise Haas Funding project: Sustainable modernization of steam generation in Bad Münstereifel Peter Greven is modernising steam generation in Bad Münstereifel, relying on green electricity and flexibly used solar power. Aktuelles / Hauptseite Created by Denise Haas On-site Renewable Energy: Ground-Mounted Photovoltaics at Headquarters We were able to commission our open-space photovoltaic system at our headquarters in Bad Münstereifel. Aktuelles / Hauptseite Created by Denise Haas Esters – The Underrated Performance Drivers of Modern Lubricants Esters are high-performance and sustainable base oils for modern lubricants. Learn more about their benefits. Aktuelles / Hauptseite Created by Nadine Flügel, Denise Haas Environmental Product Declarations in the Construction Sector What is an Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) and why is it important for the construction industry? Aktuelles / Hauptseite Created by Dr. Michael Heinz, Denise Haas EcoVadis Silver Medal We are very pleased to announce that we have once again been awarded the EcoVadis Silver Medal. Aktuelles / Hauptseite Created by Verena Koch, Denise Haas Decision on EUDR The EU has decided on the further timing of the EUDR. Find out what the latest developments mean for companies. Aktuelles / Hauptseite Created by Verena Koch Liquid Hydrophobing Agents for Concrete Liquid additives are necessary for the hydrophobization of concrete. Aktuelles / Hauptseite Created by Dr. Michael Heinz, Denise Haas Esters: base oils for greases Esters are perfectly suitable as base oils for bio greases. Aktuelles / Hauptseite Created by Nadine Flügel, Denise Haas EUDR: The Road Ahead The EUDR continues to face challenges and delays. What companies need to know now about the EU Deforestation Regulation. Aktuelles / Hauptseite Created by Verena Koch Considering Scope 3 Emissions Check our article to see how Scope 3 emissions are considered at Peter Greven. Aktuelles / Hauptseite Created by Verena Koch Hydrophobization to reduce capillary water absorption The capillary water absorption is a decisive criterion for the effectiveness of a hydrophobing agent. Aktuelles / Hauptseite Created by Dr. Michael Heinz, Denise Haas Biobased vs. Biodegradable What do the terms “biobased” and “biodegradable” mean and how do they differ? Aktuelles / Hauptseite Created by Nadine Flügel, Denise Haas Our Renewable Carbon Initiative (RCI) Membership Learn more about the Renewable Carbon Initiative (RCI). Aktuelles / Hauptseite Created by Verena Koch Performance Measurement: hydraulic test stand Read the article for more information on our hydraulic test stand and how it helps determine the performance of our esters. Aktuelles / Hauptseite Created by Nadine Flügel, Denise Haas FONAP - Contribution to a Responsible Palm Oil Supply Chain Learn how Peter Greven supports responsible palm oil supply chains through FONAP, smallholder projects and sustainable standards. Aktuelles / Hauptseite Created by Verena Koch NATRUE Certification for Peter Greven Nederland Selected products from our Life Science location, Peter Greven Nederland, are now certified with the NATRUE label. Aktuelles / Hauptseite Created by Vera Zinken Application parameters flow spread / stiffening behavior Flow spread and stiffening behaviour are key parameters for construction materials. Learn how additives influence these application properties. Aktuelles / Hauptseite Created by Dr. Michael Heinz, Denise Haas RSPO – For Sustainable Palm Oil Sustainable palm oil with RSPO: Learn how certification and Peter Greven promote more responsible supply chains. Aktuelles / Hauptseite Created by Verena Koch Update Sustainability Reporting Here you can find more information on how the planned adjustments of the CSRD affect us and what this means for us. Aktuelles / Hauptseite New Construction Brochure Available The new edition of our construction brochure is now available on the website. Aktuelles / Hauptseite Created by Denise Haas GREVEN INSIGHTS LUBRICANTS: LIGALUB Esters as Base Oils Our esters are perfectly suitable as base oils for biolubricants. Aktuelles / Hauptseite Created by Nadine Flügel, Denise Haas GREVEN INSIGHTS CONSTRUCTION: Application parameters air void content / bulk density Air content and bulk density have a decisive influence on building materials. Learn how hydrophobic agents change these parameters. Aktuelles / Hauptseite Created by Dr. Michael Heinz, Denise Haas First Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) Available Our first EPD is available for LIGAPHOB N 90-MB. Aktuelles / Hauptseite New Central Chimney at Bad Münstereifel Site At the end of January, a project that had been planned for several years was due to be implemented: The construction of our new central chimney. Aktuelles / Hauptseite UPDATE CLIMATE PROTECTION STRATEGY Check out the goals we set within our climate protection strategy and the measures we take to achieve them. Aktuelles / Hauptseite Visit from bio innovation park Rheinland e.V. Today, members of the bio innovation park Rheinland visited our site in Bad Münstereifel. Aktuelles / Hauptseite Change in Management Board Dr. Martina Mennicken-Meuthen joins Peter Greven’s management team as the successor to Dr. Hermann Josef Stolz. Aktuelles / Hauptseite Advantages of Palm Oil Palm oil offers a wide range of properties for oleochemistry. Sustainable cultivation is key to reducing its environmental impact. Aktuelles / Hauptseite Created by Verena Koch, Denise Haas New reaction department at Venlo plant A new reaction department for the production of our LIGAMED product line was put into operation at our Venlo site in October. Aktuelles / Hauptseite Strategy for Sustainable Palm Oil Palm oil is an important raw material in oleochemistry. This is how Peter Greven pursues more sustainable and responsible sourcing. Aktuelles / Hauptseite GREVEN INSIGHTS Construction: R&D and Application Technology Development and application engineering at Peter Greven: laboratory and pilot plant facilities support the testing and optimisation of construction… Aktuelles / Hauptseite GREVEN INSIGHTS LUBRICANTS: Sustainable Base Oils for Sustainable Industrial Oils Sustainable ester-based base oils for industrial, gear and high-temperature chain oils: an overview of requirements and suitable solutions. Aktuelles / Hauptseite Created by Nadine Flügel, Denise Haas Biogenic Carbon and its role in sustainability What is the meaning of biogenic carbon and why is it important for a sustainable industry? Aktuelles / Hauptseite Groundbreaking Ceremony for New Esterification Line at Norac Additives Norac Additives celebrates the groundbreaking for a new esterification line at its Helena production site. Aktuelles / Hauptseite Created by Denise Haas New Pharma Brochure Our brochure for the pharmaceutical industry got a new design. Aktuelles / Hauptseite 6th Meeting of the Hydrogen Network in the district of Euskirchen: Successful Event at Peter Greven Peter Greven hosted the Hydrogen Network in the Euskirchen district. The event focused on discussions all around the regional hydrogen economy. Aktuelles / Hauptseite Oleochemistry and sustainability Sustainability is gaining in importance. But what makes oleochemistry a sustainable industry? Aktuelles / Hauptseite GREVEN INSIGHTS LUBRICANTS: Sustainable Coolants Synthetic esters as base oils for sustainable metalworking fluids: solutions for metal processing and industrial manufacturing. Aktuelles / Hauptseite Created by Nadine Flügel, Denise Haas GREVEN INSIGHTS CONSTRUCTION: Restoration Plaster Renovation plasters protect and preserve building envelopes. Learn more about the requirements for their hydrophobization. Aktuelles / Hauptseite Bees are essential pollinators. Find out how Peter Greven contributes to the protection of these important insects. Aktuelles / Hauptseite Created by Denise Haas Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) Requests for Environmental Product Declarations (EPD) from the building industry increase. Aktuelles / Hauptseite Dispersion Line US Norac Additives built a new dispersion line. Aktuelles / Hauptseite Created by Denise Haas GREVEN INSIGHTS CONSTRUCTION: Concrete Hydrophobization Which reqiurements does concrete have for hydrophobization and which oleochemical products are suitable? Aktuelles / Hauptseite GREVEN INSIGHTS LUBRICANTS: Sealing Compatibility Sealing compatibility of synthetic base oils. Aktuelles / Hauptseite Product Carbon Footprint In addition to considering the Life Cycle Assessment (LCA), the Product Carbon Footprint (PCF) is also increasingly coming into focus. Aktuelles / Hauptseite Created by Verena Koch Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) Life cycle assessment (LCA) evaluates the environmental impacts of products throughout their entire life cycle. Aktuelles / Hauptseite Participation Science-Based Targets initiative (SBTi) To set our goals for the climate protection strategy we became part of the Science-Based Targets initiative (SBTi). Aktuelles / Hauptseite Member of German Construction Chemicals Association Since March 1, 2024, we are a member of the German Construction Chemicals Association “Deutsche Bauchemie”. Aktuelles / Hauptseite GREVEN INSIGHTS CONSTRUCTION: Outdoor Weathering Why is outdoor weathering interesting for hydrophobing agents and what activities does Peter Greven do in terms of outdoor weathering? Aktuelles / Hauptseite GREVEN INSIGHTS LUBRICANTS: Marine Application LIGALUB. Synthetic esters for marine applications.

Aktuelles / Hauptseite Climate protection strategy Climate protection strategy at Peter Greven: We reduce environmental impacts and promote energy efficiency and sustainable business practices. Aktuelles / Hauptseite Created by Verena Koch Sustainability Reporting Sustainability reporting at Peter Greven: How we document our activities, targets, and progress in responsible business practices. Aktuelles / Hauptseite Created by Verena Koch New Member of Management Board We are pleased to announce that, with the start of this year, our long-term employee Carsten Rader joined the management board. Aktuelles / Hauptseite Peter Greven is a member of the German Lubricant Industry Association (VSI) and is therefore committed to professional exchange, industry… Aktuelles / Hauptseite Created by Denise Haas Successful Lubricant Expo 2023 Looking back at Lubricant Expo 2023 in Essen: Peter Greven in conversation with customers and industry professionals from the lubricants sector. Aktuelles / Hauptseite Website Relaunch We have taken our 100th anniversary this year as an opportunity refresh the look of our website. Aktuelles / Hauptseite Created by Denise Haas Supporting renewable energies Peter Greven saves around 3.6 million kilograms of CO₂ annually compared to the German grid mixby using renewable electricity. Aktuelles / Hauptseite 100 years of Peter Greven Peter Greven is celebrating 100 years of company history. Learn more about our growth since our founding in 1923. Aktuelles / Hauptseite Membership Renewable Carbon Initiative Since November 2022 we are a member of Renewable Carbon Initiative (RCI). Aktuelles / Hauptseite Presentation at European Base Oils & Lubricants Summit Peter Greven presents the development of bio-based base oils at the European Base Oils & Lubricants Summit. Aktuelles / Hauptseite New Production Line at Peter Greven Asia Few weeks ago, we started commissioning a new production line at our site in Penang, MY. Aktuelles / Hauptseite New production line for esters A new ester production line in Bad Münstereifel increases Peter Greven’s capacity by around 50%. Aktuelles / Hauptseite New FONAP pilot project Peter Greven supports a new FONAP pilot project, thereby advancing sustainable development throughout the palm oil supply chain. Aktuelles / Hauptseite Lube-Tech article regarding sealing compatibility A technical article in LUBE magazine examines the sealing compatibility of ester base oils and its importance for lubricant applications. Aktuelles / Hauptseite Production capacity at Bad Münstereifel site back at 100 % Following the flood, the Bad Münstereifel site has returned to 100 percent production capacity. Aktuelles / Hauptseite Created by Denise Haas Status update site Bad Münstereifel Update following the flood in Bad Münstereifel: Cleanup, cleaning and repair work at the site is progressing. Aktuelles / Hauptseite Minister of Economics visits Bad Münstereifel site The Ministers of Economic Affairs from North Rhine-Westphalia and Rhineland-Palatinate visit the Bad Münstereifel site following the flooding. Aktuelles / Hauptseite Current Status at Bad Münstereifel Site Current status following the flooding at the Bad Münstereifel site: Information on cleanup efforts and resumption of operations. Aktuelles / Hauptseite Force Majeure at Bad Münstereifel Site Due to the flood situation caused by the extreme weather our we have to declare Force Majeure for our site in Bad Münstereifel. Aktuelles / Hauptseite Current availability Due to the flood situation caused by the extreme weather you can’t reach our headquarters in Bad Münstereifel by phone or email right now. Aktuelles / Hauptseite Monitoring of the impact of palm oil sustainability schemes A FONAP study examines how certification systems for sustainable palm oil affect the climate, the environment, and supply chains. Aktuelles / Hauptseite Created by Verena Koch COSMOS certificate Selected LIGAMED® and PALMSTAR® products are now COSMOS approved and may be used for organic and natural cosmetics. Aktuelles / Hauptseite Created by Vera Zinken Lube-Tech article regarding estolides We likely announce that our technical article about estolides was released in the current issue of Lube magazine. Aktuelles / Hauptseite ESTOLUB® – New possibilities for sustainable lubrication Our new ESTOLUB® product line for the lubricant industry offers a new generation of first-class biolubricants. Aktuelles / Hauptseite APAG oleochemicals video APAG (European Oleochemicals and Allied Products Group) published a new explanatory video regarding oleochemicals. Aktuelles / Hauptseite Research collaboration with the University Bonn for building protection Peter Greven and the University of Bonn are jointly researching solutions for building protection and sustainable product development. Aktuelles / Hauptseite Created by Denise Haas Peter Greven and Solenis Sign Exclusive Distribution Agreement Peter Greven and Solenis have signed an exclusive distribution agreement for calcium stearate dispersions. Aktuelles / Hauptseite Created by Denise Haas Relocation of Norac Additives‘ headquarters and development lab Norac Additives relocates its headquarters and development laboratory to a new site, creating room for further growth. Aktuelles / Hauptseite Created by Denise Haas Start-up of new production line for dust-free grades Peter Greven commissions a modern production plant for dust-free stearates in Venlo, expanding its production capacity. Aktuelles / Hauptseite Created by Denise Haas Phase 2 of FONAP smallholder project Peter Greven Nederland supports the second phase of the FONAP smallholder project for more sustainable palm oil production. Aktuelles / Hauptseite Article about oleochemical hydrophobing agents published in ZKG ZKG magazine published the results of our long-term field study regarding the effects of oleochemical ... Aktuelles / Hauptseite Created by Denise Haas Peter Greven becomes a member of bio innovation park Rheinland e.V. We are glad to be accepted as a member of bio innovation park Rheinland e.V. Aktuelles / Hauptseite Created by Denise Haas Technical article regarding ester base oils Our technical article in LUBE examines the iodine value as a measure of the stability of ester base oils. Aktuelles / Hauptseite We are your proficient partner all around the globe! With our production sites and sales offices on three continents we are internationally well positioned to offer you our high-quality, sustainable oleochemical additives . Peter Greven France S.A.R.L Site Paris, FR Our French customers are serviced from our local sales office. Peter Greven GmbH & Co. KG Site Bad Münstereifel, DE Production of metal soaps, alkaline soaps, esters and dispersions. At our headquarters we produce a broad range of products for the technical applications like plastics, construction, lubricants, rubber and paper. Our brands LIGASTAR®, LIGALUB®, LIGAPHOB®, LIGACID®, LIGAFLUID®, LIGASTAB® & SERFAX® At our headquarters we produce a broad range of products for the technical applications like plastics, construction, lubricants, rubber and paper. Our brands LIGASTAR®, LIGALUB®, LIGAPHOB®, LIGACID®, LIGAFLUID®, LIGASTAB® & SERFAX® At our headquarters we produce a broad range of products for the technical applications like plastics, construction, lubricants, rubber and paper. Our brands LIGASTAR®, LIGALUB®, LIGAPHOB®, LIGACID®, LIGAFLUID®, LIGASTAB® & SERFAX® Our brands LIGASTAR®, LIGALUB®, LIGAPHOB®, LIGACID®, LIGAFLUID®, LIGASTAB® & SERFAX® Our brands LIGASTAR®, LIGALUB®, LIGAPHOB®, LIGACID®, LIGAFLUID®, LIGASTAB® & SERFAX® Peter Greven Nederland C.V. Site Venlo, NL Production of metal soaps, alkaline soaps and dispersions. The whole site is dedicated to the needs of the Life Science sector. We only use vegetable based raw materials and our products are characterised by the highest quality standards and comprehensive certifications. Our brands LIGAMED®, LIGAFOOD®, LIGAFEED®, LIGAFLUID® & PALMSTAR® Peter Greven Asia Sdn. Bhd. Site Penang, MY Production of metal soaps, alkaline soaps and dispersions. Our joint venture with IOI supplies technical and Life Science industries in the Asian market. Check out the website of Peter Greven Asia! Our brand PALMSTAR® Peter Greven Asia Sdn. Bhd. Site Kuala Lumpur, MY Our team at the sales office in Kuala Lumpur takes care of the customer service for all products of Peter Greven Asia. Check out the website of Peter Greven Asia! Check out the website of Peter Greven Asia! Check out the website of Peter Greven Asia! Reda Saudi Arabia Site Al Khobar, SA In cooperation with our distribution partner Reda Saudi Arabia we established a toll manufacturing on-site. This enables an easier and more efficient supply of the customers in the region. Norac Additives LLC. Site Ambler (PA), US Headquarters and development lab. Customer service as well as application technology are handled from our office in Ambler. Check out the website of Norac Additives! Norac Additives LLC. Site Helena (AR), US Production of metal soaps, esters and dispersions. The core competence with broad know-how is the plastics industry but application areas like construction and rubber are delivered with our products as well. Check out the website of Norac Additives! Our brands COAD®, MATHE®, NORAC® & NORSTAB® Production Site Toll Manufacturing We can proudly look back to 100 years of company history. Over the past decades we have succeeded in constantly developing and successfully overcoming difficulties. We will continue to invest in the sustainable development of our company – for the benefit of our customers! In 1923, Peter Greven established the "soap and glycerine factory". At first main emphasis was put on the soda, laundry soap and washing powder production. With only a few members of staff Peter Greven already then laid the foundations for the positive development of the company to the current market position. Independence of raw material markets In 1934 a lipolysis equipment was put into operation in order to cover the increasing demand for fatty acids. From now on the company was more independent of raw material markets and, at the same time, the production programme could be extended by further products. From soap to additives and derivats In 1945, after the second World War, the sons Heinz and Günther Greven started to work within their father's business. Both already gained first experiences in their time as trainees before the war in different companies of industrial chemistry. During the following years they carried out the change from the soap factory to the manufacturer of fat chemical additives and derivates. Diversification In 1956 the production of metal soaps was started, for which completely new technologies had to be developed. Due to the then starting market development, especially in the plastics industry, processing auxiliary products gained more and more in importance. On 2nd november 1956, the subsi­diary company "Chemische Fabrik Iversheim" was founded which specialized in the production of of dispenser dosable products for skin cleansing. Until today these products are offered on the market under the name "IVRAXO". New production plants The Seventies were characterized by basic changes. Apart from a modern administration building new efficient production plants were installed, in order to come up to the increasing demand for metal soaps. The installation of a modern high-pressure lipolysis system was also carried out in this period. Perfection of the logistics In the Eightees the production sector of fatty acid derivates was extended by esters. The new building of a computer-aided high-bay warehouse and the use of a robot-controlled confectioning system led to an optimization of the total logistics. Tradition and Innovation The Ninetees were determined by innovative and directive changes. In order to reduce packing material a modern BigBag, container and silo trailer filing equipment was installed. As one of the first worldwide the company GREVEN carried out the step from conventional batch saponification to a fully automatic contisaponification. The new millennium In 2000 GREVEN took over a manufacturing plant in Venlo (Nether­lands), its business is led by the subsidiary PETER GREVEN NEDERLAND. This manufacturing plant, which is situated near the German-Dutch border, exclusively produces vegetable based metal soaps. Peter Greven takes over stearate business of company Ceca While a lot of companies in the market reduce their business due to the difficult market situation Peter Greven expands its business and acquired the stearate business of company Ceca (a subsidiary of Total-Atofina). With this acquisition we enlarged our pro­duct portfolio with some specialities, extended our customer base and strengthened our market position as one of the leading producers of stearates in Europe. Foundation of the Joint Venture Peter Greven Asia Merging the strengths of this two market leaders, Peter Greven and IOI Oleochemiclas, the vision and aim of the Joint Venture Peter Greven Asia is to attain a leading position in metal soaps in Asia. Those metal soaps will be used as additives in many diversified applications, the biggest industry partners will be plastics, rubber, building protection and paper industry. The main markets for the Joint Venture will be the Asian markets China, India, Japan, Korea and Taiwan, but also Middle East and the U.S. Foundation of the subsidiary Peter Greven US To further increase the international presence the new sales office in New Jersey, which is the first site within the US, is opened. After the acquisition of Norac Additives in 2017, the tasks of our sales office have been taken over by our subsidiary. Finishing of the new administration and laboratory building As Peter Greven strives to continuously improve and modernise its sites, a new office building as well as a new laboratory were built at the headquarters in Bad Münstereifel. Foundation of Norac Additives in the US Peter Greven forms Norac Additives LLC after the assets of the additives division of US company Norac Inc. were acquired. The new production site in Helena, Arkansas, as well as the office and development laboratory in Ambler, Pennsylvania, lead to another increase in international presence, especially throughout the US. 100th anniversary The company looks back on 100 years of company history. During all this time, a lot has changed. “We are proud that we have been able to successfully balance the growth and internationalization of our company with our established values and principles. In the past we have shown that we can continue to develop the company in a future-oriented way - even in difficult times. Our purpose is to continue this path in the future.” comments managing director Peter Greven on the jubilee. We want to fulfil our social responsibility. Therefore, we established a Code of Conduct for the whole Peter Greven Group in 2014. Within this document we determine the essential principles of our entrepreneurial behaviour. In order to secure the compliance along the whole supply chain, our contractors agree to follow the principles described in the Code of Conduct by signature. Complaint management is important to us as well. In case you want to report a violation of our Code of Conduct, please use our anonymous contact form or get in touch with our sustainability manager directly. We will follow up your complaint conscientiously! So far, no violations have been reported.