DSM Integrated Annual Report 2020
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Co-CEO Message
In 2020, we continued to make good progress on the execution of our long-term strategic plan and delivering against our purpose-led sustainability ambitions in people and planet, key figures, frequency index of recordable injuries, compared to 0.28 in 2019, employee engagement index, compared to 74% in 2019, female executives, compared to 20% in 2019.
1 These data are subject to the non-financial reporting policy .
GHG scope 1 + 2 reduction
Cumulative structural improvement versus ~17% in 2019 (baseline 2016), energy efficiency improvement, year-on-year compared to 2.3% in 2019, purchased electricity from renewable resources, compared to 50% in 2019.
2 These data are subject to the non-financial reporting policy . 3 In total, our absolute reduction of scope 1 + 2 greenhouse gas emissions was 25% versus the 2016 baseline
Sales from continuing operations
Up 1% from € 7,998 in 2019 (in millions), adjusted ebitda from continuing operations, versus 2019, with nutrition +7% and materials -27%, adjusted net operating free cash flow, +19% versus 2019 (in millions), net profit from continuing operations, -34% versus 2019 (in millions), adjusted net earnings from continuing operations per ordinary share, versus € 4.21 in 2019, proposed dividend per ordinary share.
Our purpose is to create brighter lives for all.
We are already reaching more than 2.5 billion people worldwide.

Making animal farming more sustainable

Accelerating nutritional support for immunity

Tastier, more nutritious plant-based choices

Bio-based Dyneema® and the circular economy

Dutch PPE Solutions delivers blueprint for new businesses

Purpose-led innovations drive team performance
What others say about us.

“DSM Korea’s prompt demand forecasting and support enabled us to keep up our supply of products to the market during the COVID-19 pandemic.” YoungJo Cho CEO of Korea Eundan

“Together we developed a signature line of dietary supplements– all the way from our idea to the actual product on the shelf. We are pleased about the partnership with DSM and feel in very professional hands.” Henrik Axelsen Head of Sales and Marketing at VA Health

“We are proud to be taking on the pioneering role of being the world’s first textile rope manufacturer to use sustainable raw materials for its entire portfolio of products made with bio-based Dyneema®.” Klaus Walther Managing Director of Gleistein Ropes

“Our companies responded quickly to the need for high-quality face masks, enabled by fast decision-making and short communication lines.” Willem van der Leegte President and CEO of VDL Groep

“The involvement of DSM at this scale will definitely help us set new standards with the best nutrition and materials giving us a competitive edge inside and out.” Iwan Spekenbrink Team DSM CEO
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Our purpose is to create brighter lives for all
It’s pretty straightforward really... At DSM we use our bright science to create solutions for people today and generations to come.
That means using all our scientific power to improve the lives of as many people as we can (within the constraints of the world’s resources, naturally).
Ultimately, we aspire to be a company for all, creating value for our stakeholders – customers, employees, shareholders and society at large – and building a stronger legacy and brighter future for generations to come.
Our brand is absolutely essential in bringing this purpose to life and demonstrating to the world that we take our responsibilities seriously.
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Fundamentals
Our brand platform is the jumping off point for everything we have to say, both visually and verbally, in everything.

We build the DSM brand around our customers on all devices and across all media. The goal? A single, consistent (and excellent) experience – whenever, wherever and however our users engage with us.

Putting the user at the center of our offline experience applies to MS docs, company badges & clothing, signage, packaging and our content and messaging.

DSM brand asset downloads of core visual brand elements, images, video & b-roll, signage and publications.

We want to make your life easier when implementing our brand identity. Which is why we’ve simplified our design system.
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The global science-based company
Health, nutrition & bioscience.
From century-old roots as the Dutch State Mines, DSM has evolved into a purpose-led science-based global company specializing in solutions for human and animal health and nutrition. Our purpose is to create brighter lives for all – which is why we’re proud that our name has assumed a new meaning among our people in recent years: Doing Something Meaningful.

Our Purpose
Find out more about what we do and why we do it, as well as our scientific heritage and external recognition.

We fervently believe in doing business the right way, from our Managing and Supervisory Boards, to our Code of Business Conduct, to our positions on key industry issues.

Our Presence
With scientific research and development, manufacturing operations, and customer centers all around the world, we develop locally applicable solutions. Learn about our global presence, physical and digital.

Partnering with DSM
From human and animal health to specialty food ingredients, from medical devices to personal care solutions… our businesses are here to bring value to all stakeholders.
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