About Draslovka
Experts and innovators in chemistry
Draslovka is a chemical technologies, products and services company creating value and improving sustainability in several industries, including mining, agriculture and manufacturing.
Today, Draslovka is best known as the world’s largest producer of sodium cyanide, a chemical vital for gold mining however its most important contribution to the sector is its Glycine Leaching Technology , the company’s proprietary technology that leaches metals in a more sustainable and economic manner. Draslovka also manufactures other specialist chemicals and reagents and provides class-leading chemical application services to the mining and pest control industries as well as AI-enabled support services.
Worldwide presence
With business units in 7 territories and sales teams in more than 80 countries, we are providing our clients with the largest and most robust network of expert support.
Experts and innovators in chemistry
For more than 100 years in Draslovka, the art of CN chemistry has been passed on from generation to generation. Today, Draslovka is recognized as a global leader in the R&D and production of CN-based chemicals. The chemicals Draslovka produce are used in wide range of sectors, including agriculture, mining, automotive and pharmaceuticals. Our products are also essential in the production of many items we use in our daily lives such as smartphones or vitamins.
We believe that the only right way forward is to develop products and practices that leave our planet better than it was yesterday. That is why we are committed to safely and efficiently producing the highest quality products. We never stop reinventing them. All this, however, would not be possible without the right team. We support every person in our organization to help them realize their full potential and lead our company forward to ensure the next 100 years of our history.
Experts and innovators in chemistry
Our team consists of experienced leaders from various industries who guide Draslovka’s growth and success. The Board includes the Chairman, one executive director, and three independent non-executive directors. Additionally, our Advisory Board provides expertise from natural resources, public service, and manufacturing to help navigate challenges and seize opportunities in commercializing our sustainable alternatives.
Pavel Brůžek Jr.
CEO DRASLOVKA HOLDING
Pavel Brůžek Jr. has a background in chemical engineering, biological sciences and business administration, and has been involved with Draslovka since high school. He moved through all relevant positions: production, R&D, sales, investments, strategic development department and then in 2009 he became Technical Director. Now CEO of Draslovka Holding, he is leading the ongoing global expansion.
Pavel Brůžek Jr.
Chairman of Supervisory board
Pavel Brůžek Sr. has a background in chemical engineering and economics. In addition to this, he has more than 45 years of experience in managing engineering and chemical companies. Pavel Sr. started his career in production, then advanced through R&D, technical department and executive management. After the revolution and fall of the communist regime, he became a deputy minister and was responsible for the chemical and petrochemical industries. In 1996, he purchased Draslovka from the banks and started the company’s transformation. His vision convinced the employees and with the help of his family team, Draslovka began to thrive.
