Solvac

Solvac is a prominent Belgian holding company that serves as the primary investment vehicle for the descendants of Ernest Solvay, the founder of the global chemical group Solvay. Listed on Euronext Brussels, the company's assets consist almost exclusively of a significant stake (approximately 30%) in both Solvay SA and Syensqo SA. While Solvac itself does not conduct operational research or drug development, it has a deep historical connection to the life sciences through Solvay's former pharmaceutical division and Syensqo's current focus on specialty materials for healthcare applications, such as medical devices and implants. The company acts as a long-term reference shareholder, providing strategic stability and oversight to its core industrial holdings.