Hoechst AG

The Hoechst AG logo "Tower and Bridge", is a silent storyteller, narrating tales of breakthroughs, challenges conquered, and a pursuit of excellence. In an era where logos are often overlooked or taken for granted, the Hoechst AG logo is still a timeless emblem of scientific prowess and corporate legacy. It invites us to ponder on the countless experiments, discoveries, and innovations that have transpired within the walls of Hoechst laboratories worldwide, all encapsulated in a simple yet powerful design. And now, we are curious – when and where did you last come across the Hoechst AG logo? #hoechstag #chemicals #pharmaceuticals #history #logodesign #hoechstaglogo

Olympic figure skating Gold Medalist Kristi Yamaguchi has been named the official spokesperson for apparel fibres of CELEBRATE! acetate. The fibre is produced by Hoechst Celanese Textile Fibers Group. Hoechst Celanese Corporation is the world's largest acetate producer. Under a two-year contract, terms of which were not disclosed, Ms. Yamaguchi, who is 20 years old, will appear in print advertisements, to run in national magazines like Elle and Vogue, and on posters in Atlanta, Los Angeles and New York. She will also make personal appearances. The Hoechst Celanese facilities for acetate fibre in apparel are located in Narrows, Va., and Rock Hill. FIBERS. #hoechstag #chemicals #pharmaceuticals #history Text: Staff Writer, Herald-Journal & The New York Times, 1992 Photo: Vintage advertising print ad featuring Kristi Yamaguchi, Olympic Gold Medalist, for Hoechst Celanese Corporation, 1994.

The Haushaltungs-Schule (Housekeeping School) was designed to provide education in domestic science (cooking, nutrition, cleaning, sewing, and other household management skills) and was associated with Farbwerke vorm. Meister, Lucius & Brüning AG, located in Höchst, a district of Frankfurt/ Main. At the turn of the 20th century, many large industrial companies in Germany started to provide welfare programs for their employees, which included housing, education, and healthcare. The Haushaltungs-Schule was part of such initiatives aimed at improving the employees' and their families' well-being and skills. The school represents an early example of corporate social responsibility, where companies took active roles in the personal development of their employees and their families. #hoechstag #chemicals #pharmaceuticals #history Photo (Picture Postcard): 1907, Housekeeping School, Farbwerke vorm. Meister, Lucius & Brüning AG

Following the sell-off of Hoechst AG, ambitious plans emerged. A new centre, known as the New Center Ensemble ("Ensemble neue Mitte"), was to be established on the former site of C660. The central feature of this development was the Tower House, designed by architects Kollhoff & Timmermann. This tower was planned to reach a height of 120 meters, culminating in a viewing platform. In the foreground: the expressionist Peter Behrens Building (1924), notable for its tower and bridge. #hoechstag #pharmaceuticals #chemicals #history

It's party time at TH Research, Hoechst AG... This photo was taken around 1987. #hoechstag #chemicals #pharmaceuticals #history Photo credit: Herbert Wirtz

On August 1, 1996, Hoechst AG consolidated its pharmaceutical operations in Germany under a single entity. The goal is to merge and eventually spin off its global pharmaceutical activities. Hoechst AG confirmed via a news ticker yesterday what had been widely speculated since spring. The chemical giant plans to unify its worldwide pharmaceuticals business under Hoechst Marion Roussel's (HMR) banner. In the medium term, HMR is expected to be spun off and prepared for an IPO, which is considered likely. Hoechst spokesman Joachim Pietzsch did not specify a timeline for when this would happen, stating that the reorganization of the pharmaceuticals business in Germany must occur first. A look into the laboratory reveals a Hoechst employee working with a DNA synthesis machine, highlighting the advancements in gene synthesis technology. #hoechstag #chemicals #pharmaceuticals #history #ipo Text: Michael Balk - Frankfurter Neue Presse (FNP) - 25.07.1996 - original in German Photo credit: Walter Kloss (Hoechst AG/ Central Public Relations Department)

As we enjoy the excitement of the ongoing European football championship, we wanted to share a nostalgic piece of football history. The photo depicts the football team of the Segontin D712 production department of Hoechst AG. At times, there were more than 75 football teams within Hoechst AG alone in Frankfurt am Main, not to mention many others around the globe, all proudly wearing the Hoechst tricot. Hoechst AG was a significant football supporter, sponsoring numerous competitions and hosting annual tournaments. As we cheer for our favourite teams in the European championship, let's also celebrate the legacy of our corporate teams that fostered camaraderie and sportsmanship among employees. #hoechstag #pharmaceuticals #chemicals #history #europeanfootballchampionship #corporatesports Photo credit: Thomas Poch

Hoechst Chief To Step Down: Wolfgang Hilger, who as chairman of the German chemical group Hoechst AG recently faced a storm of public criticism after a series of chemical spills, will leave his job next spring, the company said today. The announcement of his departure and replacement by Jürgen Dormann occurred earlier than expected. The supervisory board of Hoechst, Germany's largest chemical group, said in a statement that Mr. Dormann, the member of the management board responsible for finance, would become the group's next management board chairman. Mr. Dormann, 53, will replace Mr. Hilger, who will leave his job on April 26, 1994 -- the date of the next general meeting of Hoechst shareholders. The statement did not specify the reasons for Mr. Hilger's departure. But company sources said Mr. Hilger, who would be 65 next year, was stepping down in observance of the German practice of retiring at that age. They said the supervisory board had originally planned to decide on his successor at a later date. A public outcry against Hoechst and Mr. Hilger, whom some members of the press had dubbed an insensitive technocrat, erupted after a spate of spills and explosions at various Hoechst sites in the German state of Hesse. #hoechstag #chemicals #pharmaceuticals #history Text credit: The New York Times (June 9, 1993)

Hoechst AG - Mitten im Leben - anniversary publication - 125 years from 1863 to 1988. Hoechst AG was home to many thousands of people of almost all nationalities and cultures. This book is about them in words and pictures. It is a thank you to all employees on the occasion of the 125th anniversary of the company in 1988. Today, Hoechst AG no longer operates as an independent entity and its history reflects the development of the chemical and pharmaceutical industry in the 20th century. #hoechstag #pharmaceuticals #chemicals #history

Discover a piece of history with this classic advertisement from Farbwerke Hoechst AG, vorm. Meister, Lucius & Brüning! Hostalen kitchenware set the standard for durable, heat-resistant, and easy-to-clean plastic products. With vibrant colors and modern designs, these items combined strength and style, making them a staple in Australian homes and beyond. Though Hoechst AG is no longer around, their legacy of innovation in plastics lives on. Hostalen was renowned worldwide for its high-quality, setting a global standard in the plastics industry. #hoechstag #chemicals #pharmaceuticals #history #innovation #quality #hostalen #vintagead Photo credit: The Bulletin; 18.11.1967