Production Line Worker at Sibelco Group in Chicago Ridge, IL | Kablio

Production Line Worker at Sibelco Group in Chicago Ridge, IL | Kablio

Company

Overview

Founded in 1872

Years in Operation

The business began operations in 1872, marking its establishment in Belgium.

30+ Countries

Global Production Presence

The company operates production sites across more than 30 countries worldwide.

2024 Expansion

North American Market Entry

The company expanded into North America by acquiring Strategic Materials.

It mines and refines high-spec industrial minerals—such as silica, feldspathics, kaolin, clays, and olivine.
A leader in glass recycling, it expanded into North America by acquiring Strategic Materials in 2024.
Its minerals support industries from building and infrastructure to high-tech applications like semiconductors and smartphone screens.
Typical projects involve supplying mineral feedstock for glass, ceramics, coatings, polymers, water filters, and renewable-energy components.
Unusual fact: it processes some of the world’s most precise minerals used in smartphone displays and solar technology.

Culture + Values

Customer First: We put the customer at the heart of everything we do.
Safety: We put safety first in all of our operations.
Integrity: We act with honesty, transparency, and respect for others.
Collaboration: We work together to achieve shared goals.
Sustainability: We are committed to a sustainable future for all our stakeholders.

Environment + Sustainability

2050 Goal

Net Zero Target

The company aims to achieve net zero carbon emissions by the year 2050.

Committed to reducing carbon footprint and energy use across operations.
Promotes circular economy principles to minimize waste and optimize resource use.
Investing in technologies and processes to reduce environmental impact and improve sustainability.

Inclusion & Diversity

Focuses on building an inclusive and diverse workforce.
Has set gender diversity targets to increase the representation of women in leadership roles.
Tracks and reports gender balance regularly, with clear initiatives to improve gender equality at all levels.

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