Essity has announced plans to invest in a new global center for research and development (R&D) in Alsace, France.

The new facility will focus on meeting the rising demand for branded tissue hygiene products in both the professional hygiene and consumer markets. The Alsace research center is located near Essity’s Kunheim, France, R&D facility, which has filed more than 25 patents in recent years.

“Essity’s research and development is reshaping paper making to contribute to a more sustainable and circular society, while improving people’s hygiene and health,” said Magnus Groth, Essity president and CEO. “The new global R&D center in France, will enable us to continue to develop innovative new paper hygiene products and solutions that meet the needs and high expectations of customers and consumers.”

About Essity
Essity is a global hygiene and health company that develops, produces, and sells personal care, consumer tissue, and professional hygiene products and solutions. For more information, visit essity.com.