HTMS recognized for its Maxwell® heat transfer fluid that increases HVAC capacity while decreasing energy consumption
HT Materials Science (HTMS) is proud to have been named to Fast Company‘s prestigious list of the World’s Most Innovative Companies of 2025. This year’s list shines a spotlight on businesses that are shaping industry through their innovations to set new standards and achieve remarkable milestones in all sectors of the economy.
HTMS was recognized for its groundbreaking heat transfer fluid additive branded Maxwell ® that increases thermal capacity and energy efficiency in commercial and industrial HVAC systems. The installation of Maxwell requires no system downtime and results in reduced energy use, carbon emissions, and maintenance costs while increasing system capacity.
Maxwell has been successfully deployed at more than 25 sites worldwide for clients such as Amazon, Tabreed/Engie, Saudi Aramco, Microsoft and Ericsson. These installations have demonstrated measurable improvements in system efficiency and increased cooling capacity.
“This recognition is a testament to our team’s dedication to advancing both innovation and sustainability,” says CEO Thomas Grizzetti. “At HTMS, our mission is to develop solutions that not only enhance system performance but also contribute to a more sustainable future.”
Fast Company named HTMS No. 5 in the manufacturing category of its Most Innovative Companies list. Other recent accolades for HTMS include the District Cooling Initiative of the Year – UAE at the Asian Power Awards and a Bronze medal from Ecovadis Sustainability Rating. HTMS remains at the forefront of innovative solutions that help organizations optimize operational performance.
The World’s Most Innovative Companies stands as Fast Company‘s hallmark franchise and one of its most anticipated editorial efforts of the year. To determine honorees, Fast Company’s editors and writers review companies driving progress around the world and across industries, evaluating thousands of submissions through a competitive application process. The result is a globe-spanning guide to innovation today, from early-stage startups to some of the most valuable companies in the world.
“Our list of the Most Innovative Companies offers both a comprehensive look at innovation today and a playbook for the future,” said Fast Company editor-in-chief Brendan Vaughan. “This year, we recognize companies that are harnessing AI in deep and meaningful ways, brands that are turning customers into superfans by overdelivering for them, and challengers that are introducing bold ideas and vital competition to their industries. At a time when the world is rapidly shifting, these companies are charting the way forward.”
The full list of Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies honorees can be found at fastcompany.com. It will also be available on newsstands beginning March 25.
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