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WSP supports chemical manufacturers and downstream users with integrated engineering, regulatory and critical safety solutions across the full industrial supply chain. We help organisations design, operate and adapt chemical processes and facilities safely, efficiently and in line with evolving regulatory and sustainability expectations. Building on decades of engineering expertise and strengthened by deep chemical regulatory, scientific and emergency management capabilities, we support organisations operating in high hazard, highly regulated and fast changing markets.

How we help 

Integrated support across the chemical lifecycle 

We work with chemical producers and users from early strategy and design through operation, compliance and long-term resilience. 

Engineering and process excellence

  • Process engineering and optimisation
  • Concept, front-end and detailed design
  • Multidisciplinary engineering and 3D modeling
  • Procurement and construction management
  • Debottlenecking, modification and expansion of operational facilities

Process safety and major hazard management

  • Process safety studies and design safety reviews
  • Major accident hazard (MAH) management
  • Emissions control and environmental performance improvement
  • Integration of safety, operability and compliance into facility design and operation

Chemical regulatory compliance and product stewardship

  • Regulatory compliance under REACH, CLP and global chemical regimes
  • Product safety and stewardship across substances and portfolios
  • Classification, labelling and regulatory notifications
  • Safety data management and documentation to support market access
  • Support to adapt portfolios to regulatory change

Environmental chemistry, toxicology and risk assessment

  • Environmental and human health hazard assessment
  • Environmental chemistry and toxicology expertise
  • Substance risk screening, prioritisation and mitigation
  • Scientific support for regulatory submissions and compliance strategies

Environment, health and safety management

  • EHS management systems and compliance assurance
  • Hazardous materials and chemical risk management
  • Occupational health and workforce safety
  • Environmental risk management and remediation

Emergency planning, preparedness and response

  • Development of incident plans and emergency toolkits
  • Global chemical incident advisory service
  • Multilingual reporting and notification
  • Interactive chemical hazard database
  • Support to strengthen organisational readiness for incidents
  • Integration of incident preparedness into operational EHS systems

 

How we work

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Technical depth, regulatory insight and practical delivery

Our multidisciplinary teams combine chemical engineering, environmental and human health toxicology, policy and regulatory expertise alongside operational experience. We work collaboratively with clients to deliver solutions that are technically robust, regulatory compliant and practical to implement.

With global reach and local delivery, we support chemical organisations in responding to regulatory change, protecting people and the environment, and maintaining licence to operate in complex and evolving markets.

Expert emergency response when it matters most

Our 24/7 expert-led Emergency Response call handling service provides direct access to trained chemists and multilingual specialists who deliver situation specific, insurance-backed advice – independent of your organisation.

The result is a proportionate, compliant, and consistent incident response that protects people, assets, the environment (PEAR), and your reputation. By reducing response times and strengthening decision quality, we help minimise operational disruption and regulatory exposure while safeguarding business continuity, delivering complete peace of mind when it matters most.

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Experience in the chemical sector

Our experience spans fine chemicals, polymers, coatings, solvents, resins, specialty chemicals and complex chemical mixtures.

We support multinational organisations operating across aerospace, automotive, medical devices, electronics and specialty manufacturing supply chains.

Chemical organisations face increasing regulatory, safety and sustainability pressures. By combining engineering capability with regulatory, scientific and emergency preparedness expertise, we help clients operate safely, adapt to change and protect long term value.

Contact us

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Dawn Allan
Head of Chemical Regulatory Services
United Kingdom
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Becca Johansen
Associate Director - Chemicals Policy
United Kingdom
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Emma Sewell
Head of Incident Response and Notification
United Kingdom
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Simon Gutierrez
Environmental Chemistry and Toxicology Lead
Spain
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

How does WSP support chemical organisations beyond engineering and construction?

In addition to process and facility engineering, WSP supports chemical organisations with regulatory compliance, product stewardship, environmental chemistry and toxicology, and operational EHS management. This integrated approach helps clients design, operate and adapt chemical facilities and product portfolios safely while meeting evolving regulatory, stewardship and sustainability requirements.

Does WSP support chemical regulatory compliance and market access?

Yes. WSP supports compliance with REACH, CLP and other global chemical regulations, helping organisations manage product portfolios, regulatory notifications, classification and labelling, and documentation required to maintain market access across regions.

Can WSP help manage regulatory change affecting chemical products and portfolios?

Yes. We help chemical organisations understand and respond to regulatory change by assessing exposure across substances and portfolios, identifying potential risks to market access, and supporting adaptation strategies to maintain compliance and business continuity.

Does WSP provide environmental chemistry and toxicology expertise?

Yes. WSP brings environmental chemistry and toxicology expertise to support hazard identification, substance risk assessment and regulatory decision making. This includes assessing potential impacts on human health and the environment and providing scientific input to support compliance and risk management strategies.

How does WSP support chemical safety and hazardous materials management?

We integrate chemical safety into engineering, EHS management and operational frameworks. Our support includes hazardous materials management, chemical risk assessments, incorporation of safety requirements into facility design and operation, and alignment with regulatory obligations.

Can WSP support emergency management for chemical incidents?

Yes. WSP supports chemical organisations in assessing incident risk, developing emergency preparedness frameworks, strengthening duty of care arrangements, and embedding incident readiness into operational safety and EHS systems. WSP also operate an internationally recognised, 24/7/365 emergency response advisory service designed to support chemical industry and emergency responders

How does the Chemical Industry service relate to Environmental Due Diligence and EHS Management?

The Chemical Industry service brings together engineering, regulatory, scientific and safety expertise specifically for chemical organisations.

  • Environmental Due Diligence focuses on assessing environmental and regulatory risk, often for transactions or investments.
  • Environment, Health and Safety Management focuses on the ongoing management of operational risk.

The Chemical Industry service integrates both perspectives to support chemical clients across design, operation, compliance and preparedness.

Which parts of the chemical sector does WSP support?

WSP works with organisations across the whole supply chain – manufacturing, shipping, formulators and downstream users. We support a wide range of chemical activities, including specialty chemicals, solvents, resins and polymers, as well as formulated products such as coatings, detergents and other complex mixtures.

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