Overview
Description
K+S Aktiengesellschaft is a prominent global player in the production and supply of potash and salt products, regarded as essential resources for agriculture and various industrial applications. Predominantly active in the fields of agriculture, K+S provides farmers with potassium and magnesium fertilizers that significantly enhance crop yield and soil health. Beyond agriculture, the company engages in producing salt for food processing, water conditioning, and de-icing, serving a diverse array of sectors including industrial manufacturing and consumer markets worldwide. With operations dating back to the 19th century, K+S is headquartered in Germany and employs a broad reach across Europe, North and South America, and Asia. The company’s strategic focus on sustainable resource extraction and innovative production techniques underscores its commitment to meeting global environmental standards while maximizing resource efficiency. Given its extensive experience and established supply networks, K+S Aktiengesellschaft plays a crucial role in stabilizing food supply chains and supporting global infrastructure maintenance, categorizing it as a pivotal entity within the commodities and natural resources sectors.
About
CEO
Dr. Burkhard Lohr
Employees
10835
Address
Bertha-von-Suttner Strasse 7
Kassel, 34131
Kassel, 34131
Phone
49 561 9301 1100
Website
Instrument type
Common stock
Sector
Basic Materials
Industry
Agricultural Inputs
Country
Austria
MIC code
XWBO