MSDSONLINE INC. (VelocityEHS)

VelocityEHS is a global leader in cloud-based Environmental, Health, Safety (EHS), and Sustainability management software solutions, headquartered in Chicago, Illinois. The company's mission is to make workplaces safer and more sustainable. Founded in 1996 as MSDSonline, it evolved into VelocityEHS in 2015 after merging with KMI.

The company's core offering is the Accelerate® Platform, which provides a comprehensive suite of EHS and ESG solutions. Key product areas include Safety Management (incident management, audits, training), Ergonomics, Chemical Management (SDS management, chemical inventory), Contractor Safety & Permit to Work, Operational Risk, Sustainability (ESG data management), Environmental Compliance, and Industrial Hygiene. VelocityEHS operates as a SaaS provider, serving over 11 industry verticals, including manufacturing, chemical, pharmaceutical, oil & gas, and healthcare, targeting mid-to-enterprise organizations with complex compliance needs.

VelocityEHS is a privately held company, majority-owned by CVC Growth Funds, with a significant minority stake held by Partners Group. Matt Airhart serves as the CEO. The company is at the forefront of integrating artificial intelligence (AI) into its platform, having recently earned patents and launched AI-powered capabilities like the AI Hazard Analyzer, AI Root Cause Identifier, and AI Corrective Action Advisor to enhance workplace safety and risk management. In January 2024, VelocityEHS acquired Contractor Compliance to bolster its contractor management tools. The company protects over 10 million workers worldwide and is recognized as a leader in the EHS & ESG software market.