The 34th edition, Chemspec Europe 2019 united an impressive array of experts, scientists, managers, and thought-leaders and provides a powerful and well-known industry platform to discuss the latest market trends, technical innovations, business opportunities and regulatory issues in this rapidly changing market. Chemspec Europe 2019 took place from 26–27 June 2019 in Hall 1.0 of Messe Basel, Switzerland. The Basel region is one of Europe’s major hubs for the fine and Specialty Chemical industry and borders three of Europe’s strongest countries in this sector – Germany, France, and Switzerland.