Evonik Oxeno and OMP bring Unison Planning to the cloud to strengthen decision-centric supply chain strategies

Evonik Oxeno and OMP bring Unison Planning to the cloud to strengthen decision-centric supply chain strategies

(IN BRIEF) OMP and Evonik Oxeno have completed the cloud deployment of OMP’s Unison Planning system across Oxeno’s production sites in Marl and Antwerp. Building on four years of daily scenario-based planning and nearly 10,000 simulations since 2021, the upgraded version streamlines workflows and accelerates decision-making, empowering planners to respond more effectively to feedstock volatility, market shifts, and logistical risks. Managing Director Frank Beißmann noted that the upgrade simplifies and enhances existing processes, while OMP’s Christian Wöllenstein emphasized its role in shaping a future-proof, intelligent planning system. The collaboration demonstrates how cloud-based, decision-centric planning is redefining supply chain resilience in the petrochemical industry.

(PRESS RELEASE) MARL, 2-Sep-2025 — /EuropaWire/ — OMP and Evonik Oxeno have successfully completed the cloud migration of OMP’s Unison Planning platform, marking a major milestone in the digital transformation of supply chain planning at Evonik’s sites in Marl, Germany, and Antwerp, Belgium. The upgrade propels Oxeno into a new era of scenario-driven, decision-centric planning, enabling faster, smarter, and more resilient responses to market challenges.

The collaboration is not a fresh start but the next stage of a proven journey. Since April 2021, Evonik Oxeno has used Unison Planning to run between 30 and 50 daily scenarios, amounting to nearly 10,000 simulations over four years. These analyses have allowed teams to anticipate market dynamics, adjust to feedstock fluctuations, and navigate logistical risks while safeguarding business continuity and capturing commercial opportunities.

The new cloud-based version is designed around insights gained from these years of experience. It introduces a streamlined digital environment, optimized for continuous production and enhanced with low-friction workflows. Planners can now simulate, compare, and act on complex scenarios with greater speed and precision, shifting their focus from operational tasks to strategic decision-making.

Frank Beißmann, Managing Director at Evonik Oxeno, explained:
“We didn’t reinvent how we work—we made it easier. This upgrade translates years of learning into a faster, more intuitive platform that empowers our teams to make proactive, confident decisions every day.”

Christian Wöllenstein, Senior Project Manager at OMP, added:
“Oxeno has shown what decision-centric planning can deliver. This cloud deployment is not only a continuation of their leadership in supply chain innovation but also a reflection of our shared vision—planning that is intelligent, future-ready, and fully aligned with business priorities.”

The partnership highlights how data-driven, scenario-based planning can redefine competitiveness in the petrochemical sector. By combining OMP’s expertise in advanced planning with Evonik Oxeno’s innovation in C4 chemistry, the two companies are setting a new benchmark for operational resilience and strategic foresight.

Evonik: Leading beyond chemistry

Evonik goes beyond the boundaries of chemistry with its combination of innovative strength and leading technological expertise. The global chemical company, headquartered in Essen, Germany, is active in more than 100 countries and generated sales of €15.2 billion and earnings (adjusted EBITDA) of €2.1 billion in 2024. The common motivation of the approximately 32,000 employees: to provide customers with a decisive competitive advantage with tailor-made products and solutions as a superforce for industry, thereby improving people’s lives. In all markets. Every day.

About Evonik Oxeno

Evonik Oxeno, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Evonik, is a leading company in C4 chemistry with 50 years of experience, operating two world-scale C4 production facilities in Marl and Antwerp. The flexibility of its integrated network allows Oxeno to quickly and efficiently respond to changing conditions in supply and demand, optimizing the complexity of value chains also for its suppliers and customers. Oxeno is recognized for its focus on innovation and sustainability, maintaining an impressive portfolio of approximately 2,500 patents and patent applications. Its C4 strategy is based on a solid foundation and defined measures for growth and transformation. The company’s vision, “Chemistry4Future® – We increase the value of C4 chemicals sustainably,” outlines its long-term goal and provides a clear idea of where it aims to see its business in the future.

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