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Chemistry and Chemical Engineering Enterprise Solutions

Specialist chemistry and chemical engineering consulting and project delivery to advance your R&D

Access our unrivalled depth and breadth of expertise and facilities to solve problems, discover and innovate

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At CChES we offer world-leading chemistry and chemical engineering services, powered by the latest research evidence and knowledge.  

Work with us to:

  • Tap into our chemistry and chemical engineering consultancy services for actionable insights
  • Access advanced chemistry and chemical engineering labs and instrumentation 
  • Commission contract research services, from project inception to completion 
  • Upskill your workforce through professional development delivered by expert educators

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We’re part of the University of Southampton – a recognised centre for research excellence and a top 100 university worldwide – so you can be assured our chemistry and chemical engineering services are informed by the latest scientific advances, research evidence and deep technical insight.

Whether you’re looking to develop new materials, methods or processes, validate early-stage research, test a prototype, seek advice from chemistry or chemical engineering specialists, or expand your own knowledge, get in touch.

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Our services

Our services span the breadth of chemistry and chemical engineering.
However large or complex your challenge, our chemical engineering consultants can help.

Consultancy backed by R&D

Gain expert advice on problem solving, process optimisation, method development or discovery and innovation

Materials innovation and characterisation

Drive your materials discovery, analysis and optimisation forward with our specialist expertise and state-of-the-art modelling, synthesis and materials characterisation facilities

Electrochemical and sensor technologies

Tap into services across the breadth of electrochemistry, from modelling and electrodeposition to the latest sensor technologies

Chemical analysis and imaging

Access our unrivalled range of analysis and imaging capabilities, which include electron diffraction, X-ray diffraction, magnetic resonance, mass spectrometry, Raman spectroscopy and more

Custom synthesis

Find out about our capabilities for developing custom molecules and compounds, powered by digital modelling and advanced high-throughput materials innovation facilities

Training and professional development

Upskill your workforce or enhance your knowledge of the latest developments and techniques in chemistry and chemical engineering including our world-famous electrochemistry summer school

Why work with CChES

Unrivalled expertise from chemical engineering experts 

Our chemistry specialists are leading scientists and researchers in their fields, bringing deep scientific knowledge and technical experience to your project

One-stop-shop 

With capabilities across the breadth of chemistry and chemical engineering, we can provide whole-project support

High-spec facilities 

Our facilities are among the best in the UK, giving you access to advanced characterisation, analysis, testing and imaging techniques

Complex solutions

Expertise in a wide range of chemistry and chemical engineering specialisms, plus high-spec facilities, mean we can tackle complex projects

Commercial insight 

With a long track record of industry collaboration, we understand your challenges and commercial imperatives

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Expert educators 

Our training courses and bespoke development packages are delivered by professional educators, informed by the latest knowledge and scientific evidence

Industry-ready 

Well-established contracting and project management processes make it easy to work with us

Bespoke, flexible services

We tailor our services to your requirements and work to your timeframes, with capacity to flex the project plan to your needs

Cost-effective solutions

We can fill gaps in your company’s knowledge or facilities, avoiding costly in-house investment

Could our consulting, R&D services or training help you move forward?