Upstream Integration and Strategic Transformation
1985 marked the beginning of vertical integration within the sulfur supply chain. Beyond serving as feedstock for Esseco’s Trecate production facility, sulfur became a tradable commodity, with the company expanding into integrated logistics services for Italian refineries, including:
- Bulk transportation solutions
- Storage management
- Solidification and melting plant operations
Corporate Rebranding and Expansion Strategy
In 1988, the company underwent a strategic repositioning:
- Rebranded from Esseodue to Esseco (now part of Altair Chemical)
- Launched an acquisition-driven growth strategy beyond its Trecate headquarters
Key 1988 Milestones:
- Majority stake acquisitionin Ever Srl (Treviso-based) – strengthening Esseco’s position in oenological chemicals and enology services
• New finished goods storage terminal in Borgolavezzaro (NO) to enhance distribution capabilities
• Sulfur storage hub in Macchiareddu (CA), later equipped with dedicated sulfur grinding facilities for Zolfindustria
• Formation of Svecodue – a joint venture specializing in leather tanning chemicals
