LANXESS to Retain Regional HQ in Pittsburgh

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania – LANXESS announced a finalized 10-year agreement to retain its North American regional headquarters in Pittsburgh through 2036.
The German-based specialty chemicals manufacturer, which has been in Findlay Township since its inception in 2004, agreed with Pittsburgh-based DeCicco Development to extend the lease for the RIDC Park West building it has occupied for more than 20 years.
“As we enter our third decade as a company, we’re proud to reaffirm our long-standing commitment to the Pittsburgh region, which has been crucial to our employees, culture, and growth since the very beginning,” said Frederique van Baarle, LANXESS AG Board Member who also serves as President & Chief Executive Officer of LANXESS Corporation and President of the Americas Region.
“This new agreement strikes a thoughtful balance between supporting our colleagues and positioning the company for long-term success in today’s market,” van Baarle said.
LANXESS employs 400 employees in the Pittsburgh region, with production sites on Neville Island and in Burgettstown.
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