At the same time, we want to become a driving force for circular thinking and action in business and society. In the interests of our customers, suppliers and consumers, with a view to politics, science and capital markets and, last but not least, for the benefit of our own employees. The main industries served are the automotives and transportation, construction, furniture and wood processing, as well as electrical, electronics, and household appliances industries. At the end of 2020, Covestro has 33 production sites worldwide and employs approximately 16,500 people (calculated as full-time equivalents).