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2 December 2024
Arkema Completes Acquisition of Dow's Packaging Adhesives Business
The acquisition expands Arkema's packaging solutions, adding $250M in sales and 280 employees, with expected synergies of $30M EBITDA in 5 years, based on a $150M enterprise value.
25 October 2024
Arkema introduces bioethanol-based Ethyl Acrylate in France
The new product offers 40% bio carbon content, reduces carbon footprint by 30%, and supports sustainable goals in coatings, e-mobility, and building efficiency.
14 May 2024
Arkema and ProLogium to Build Gigafactory for Next-Gen Batteries in France
The collaboration will focus on advanced R&D for efficient, safe, and sustainable lithium-ceramic batteries, supported by a French government subsidy under the "France 2030" plan.
2 May 2024
Arkema Acquires Dow's Laminating Adhesives Business
The acquisition expands Arkema's flexible packaging solutions, enhancing its market position. The deal includes five production sites and aims for $30M EBITDA synergies in five years. Completion by Q4 2024.
17 April 2024
Arkema Acquires Majority Stake in Proionic for Next-Gen Battery Solutions
The acquisition enhances Arkema's battery materials portfolio, leveraging Proionic's ionic liquids for improved battery performance and sustainability, aligning with Arkema's innovative and sustainable solutions strategy.
1 February 2024
Arkema Boosts Pebax® Elastomers Production by 40% in France
The new unit at Serquigny produces bio-circular and classical Pebax® elastomers, reducing water use by 25%. These materials serve sports, electronics, and specialty markets.
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27 September 2023
Arkema to Decarbonize and Enhance Competitiveness at Carling Site
By 2026, a new purification technology will cut CO2 emissions by 20% at the Carling site, supporting a 1.5°C climate goal. This €130M project is partly funded by the French State and EU.
17 May 2023
Arkema Acquires Polytec PT, Expanding Adhesives for Batteries and Electronics
The acquisition enhances Bostik’s offerings in thermal interface materials and engineering adhesives, aiming for €50M turnover in 5 years, leveraging global presence and expertise.
19 January 2023
Arkema and ENGIE Sign Major Biomethane Supply Agreement
The agreement supplies 300 GWh/year of renewable biomethane, reducing the carbon footprint of Arkema's bio-based materials and supporting sustainable energy in France.
26 September 2022
Arkema Expands Pebax® Elastomer Capacity by 40% in 2023
Capacity expansion supports strong demand in sports, electronics, medical, and industrial markets. Focus on bio-based grades and sustainability, with reduced water consumption at the Serquigny site.
31 May 2022
Nippon Shokubai and Arkema Partner to Mass-Produce LiFSI Electrolyte Salts in France
The partnership aims to mass-produce ultrapure LiFSI electrolyte salts for electric vehicle batteries, enhancing performance and supporting Europe's battery value chain. Production starts by end-2025.
19 November 2021
Arkema Boosts Battery Investments in France
Arkema opens a new battery R&D center in Pierre-Bénite, expands Kynar® PVDF production by 50%, and aims for €1 billion in battery sales by 2030, supporting clean mobility and energy transition.
8 October 2019
Arkema Boosts Orgasol® Polyamide Powder Capacity in France
A new production line at Mont increases global capacity by 50% to meet demand in coatings, personal care, composites, and 3D printing markets, supporting growth in advanced materials.
6 May 2018
Arkema Expands Specialty Polyamide Powder Capacity in France
To meet rising demand in coatings, composites, and 3D printing, the Mont site will boost specialty polyamide powder production by 50% by late 2019, enhancing particle size control and toughness.
24 April 2017
Arkema Expands Specialty Molecular Sieve Production in Honfleur
The new facility supports growth in refining and petrochemicals, especially in Asia and the Middle East, with a €60 million investment, creating 15 jobs and enhancing recycling and working conditions.
7 June 2016
Arkema Expands Bostik Production in Sweden
The new plant in Helsingborg will produce cement-based construction products, enhancing service to Northern Europe and the Baltic region with advanced manufacturing techniques and high production flexibility.
22 October 2013
Sumitomo Seika Opens New Superabsorbent Plant at Arkema Carling Site
The new plant in Moselle, France, increases superabsorbent production to 47,000 tons/year, using advanced technology. It supports high-growth markets like diapers and sanitary products.
4 September 2013
Arkema to Build 1234yf Refrigerant Production Plant
The new plant will produce 1234yf refrigerant to meet EU regulations and automotive industry needs, ensuring availability and supporting the phase-out of R134a by 2017.
18 June 2013
Arkema Expands Global Bis-Peroxide Capacity
A 15% capacity increase at Spinetta and Franklin plants supports strong demand in synthetic rubber crosslinking, especially in Asia. Aims for 30% global growth by end of 2014.
28 June 2012
Arkema Invests €70M in French Fluoropolymer Expansion
€70M investment will boost PVDF production by 50% at Pierre-Bénite, enhancing high-growth applications and incorporating advanced technologies for long-term fluorochemicals visibility in France.
17 September 2009
Arkema to Build CNT Pilot Plant in France
The 400 ton/year plant, starting in 2011, will use bio-sourced materials. Arkema has developed CNT applications in electronics, transport, and energy, ensuring safety and transparency.
3 March 2008
Arkema to Double Hydrogen Peroxide Capacity at Leuna Facility
The Leuna site will reach 80,000 tons/year by mid-2010, enhancing Arkema's European market position. This €40M investment is part of a broader global expansion in hydrogen peroxide production.
1 January 2006
Arkema Expands Carling Acrylic Acid Plant Capacity
The Carling acrylic acid plant in Moselle, France, will boost capacity by 15% to 240,000 tonnes/year by year-end, driven by market growth projections.
