In his recent 2026 annual address, Zochem CEO Mohit Sharma shared a vision for the future that is rooted as much in human excellence as it is in industrial leadership. Amidst updates on market growth and operational scaling, one statistic stood out above the rest, a testament to our core values: One of our Zochem facilities has now surpassed 14 years without a single lost-time injury.
A 14-year safety record in a heavy manufacturing environment is a rare feat in North America. As Sharma noted in his address, milestones like this “don’t happen by accident.” They are the result of a deliberate, daily commitment to safety protocols and, more importantly, a culture where team members look out for one another.
At Zochem, we don’t just see safety as a compliance requirement, we see it as a promise to our families. This achievement belongs to what we affectionately call our “Dream Team”, the dedicated professionals who bring their best to our Brampton and Dickson facilities every day.
The journey to 2026 hasn’t been without its hurdles. Our people successfully navigated a volatile North American market in 2025, showing remarkable resilience in the face of supply chain shifts and evolving economic demands.
Beyond just maintaining operations, our team has been the primary engine for productivity. The ideas driving our efficiency and community impact have come directly from our employees. Whether it’s finding a more sustainable way to manage logistics or spearheading local community outreach, our people continue to prove that Zochem is more than just a manufacturer, we are a neighbor and a partner.
As we look toward the remainder of 2026, Zochem is moving from a position of strength to one of growth. We are reinvesting our success back into the team through three key strategic pillars:
“To our team members, customers, and partners: Thank you for being part of our ecosystem,” Sharma concluded. “The zinc oxide we produce goes into everything from life-saving pharmaceuticals to high-performance tires that keep families safe on the road. But none of those products would be possible without the hands that make them and the partners who trust us to deliver.”
As Zochem continues to grow, our mission remains clear: to be the safest, most certain choice for zinc oxide in the world, powered by the best team in the industry.To watch the full 2026 address by CEO Mohit Sharma, view the video here.