Our company values
Einar Viggo Schou, who acquired the Palsgaard Estate in 1908 and subsequently established the industrial enterprises there in 1919, could express the core values that were close to his heart in just three words: Loyalty - Diligence - Persistence. Words that acted as guiding principles for his entire life and which still live on in our corporate culture.
Today, over one hundred years later, Palsgaard's values are fundamentally the same, albeit expressed slightly differently as:
Loyalty - Responsibility - Commitment.
To find out how our colleagues embody these values daily, visit our Heart working stories page for a few entertaining videos.
To be Loyal, Responsible and Committed includes that Palsgaard as a company:
- Is a professional and efficient business partner
- Develops and sells products of superior quality
- Places the customer at the centre of our activities
- Works proactively and in a timely manner
- Is socially responsible
- Provides a good workplace
The values provide guidelines for all Palsgaard colleagues:
- You take responsibility for your own work assignments as well as the unity of the company
- You are service minded and committed
- You carry out your duties in a timely manner
- You take responsibility for your own learning curve
- You contribute to increasing Palsgaard's status as providing a positive work environment
- You are loyal to the joint decisions and agreements of the company
About Palsgaard
At Palsgaard, we specialise in plant-based food emulsifiers, a field we've led for over 100 years. Our small yet crucial role in delivering delicious foods extends to non-food markets such as polymers and personal care.
A century of expertise
Since our founder Einar Viggo Schou invented the plant-based emulsifier in 1917, we've driven innovation through our seven global application centres.
Our food technology experts are dedicated to using our understanding of emulsifiers to drive constant innovation and empower the international food industry to explore new trends.
Nexus, our R&D sister company, advances emulsifier technology with significant scientific freedom, ensuring innovative solutions for Palsgaard's diverse applications.
Impactful emulsifiers
Emulsifiers blend incompatible ingredients like water, oil, and air, significantly enhancing product quality. They enable stable emulsions, prevent oil separation, and control aeration and viscosity in bakery, confectionery, dairy, ice cream, margarine, and plant-based foods. Combined with stabilisers, they improve texture, mouthfeel, and shelf-life while supporting healthier food options.
Committed to responsibility
Since 1908, we've fostered a culture of responsibility, loyalty, and respect, celebrating our colleagues, families, and communities. Our ambition drives responsible sourcing, reduced energy consumption, and CO2 emissions. We address societal challenges such as food waste and safety and offer RSPO SG-certified emulsifiers.
Beyond food
Our emulsifiers also serve personal care and polymer markets, providing safe, sustainable alternatives to conventional additives. They enhance food packaging and help reduce food waste.
Owned by the Schou Foundation, we have more than 800 colleagues across 20 countries and six factories on four continents.
Join us in shaping the future of plant-based emulsifiers at Palsgaard.