Victrex plc is a world leader in the development and manufacturing of high-performance polymer solutions, specifically focusing on polyether ether ketone (PEEK) and polyaryletherketone (PAEK) based polymers. Founded in 1993, the company serves a broad range of industries including automotive, aerospace, energy, industrial, electronics, and medical sectors. Its advanced polymer materials enable manufacturers to overcome complex design and engineering challenges with durable, lightweight, and high-performance solutions.
Headquartered at the Victrex Technology Centre in Thornton-Cleveleys, Lancashire, United Kingdom, Victrex operates globally with manufacturing plants and offices serving customers in over 40 countries. Approximately 45% of its sales come from the EMEA region. The company also includes a biomaterials unit, Invibio Solutions, which focuses on specialized medical applications.
Victrex’s product portfolio encompasses engineered polymers and semi-finished and finished parts used in critical applications requiring chemical resistance, mechanical strength, and thermal stability. Its polymers are known for their applicability in high-demand environments such as aerospace components, automotive parts, and medical devices. The company maintains a strong commitment to research and development to continuously innovate within the polymer solutions market.
In the United States, Victrex has an operational presence through Victrex USA, Inc., located in West Conshohocken, Pennsylvania, supporting local customers with polymer films, coatings, composites, and custom engineered solutions. The company ensures compliance with industry standards such as FDA approval and RoHS compliance, underscoring its dedication to quality and regulatory adherence.
Victrex’s mission and tagline reflect its commitment to helping manufacturers worldwide by providing innovative, high-performance polymer materials and related engineering expertise, enabling the advancement of technology and performance across multiple demanding industries.