ALTANA AG is an international pharmaceuticals and chemicals group with sales of EUR3.3 billion in 2005 and approx. 13,300 employees all over the world. With a return on sales (EBT) of around 21%, ALTANA is one of the most profitable pharmaceuticals and chemicals companies in Europe.
The ALTANA Group is composed of the strategic management holding company, ALTANA AG, and two operating divisions, ALTANA Pharma AG and ALTANA Chemie AG. This structure enhances the flexibility of the individual divisions and enables targeted development. 
ALTANA Pharma: 
ALTANA Pharma AG, based in Constance, concentrates on innovative prescription therapeutics. Its core business comprises gastrointestinal, respiratory tract, and cardiovascular preparations. In its research, ALTANA Pharma focuses on gastrointestinal (gastroenterology), respiratory tracts (respiration/anti-inflammation), and cancer (oncology). Due to high research and development expenses, intelligent alliances, and the concentration on profitable markets, we have an outstanding position in global competition. 
ALTANA Chemie:
ALTANA Chemie AG, headquartered in Wesel, has established itself as a global provider of innovative, environmentally compatible solutions and the corresponding special products for coatings manufacturers, coatings and plastics processors and the electronics industry. The product range includes additives, metallic effect pigments, specialty coatings, sealing and casting compounds, electrical insulation material, impregnating agents as well as testing and measuring instruments. With these products, ALTANA Chemie has been successful in selected niche markets worldwide. All four of its business units are among the leading manufacturers in their markets.