Solvay news

• 1 October 2024

  Solvay to End Production at Salindres Site

  68 positions will be cut by late 2025 due to ongoing financial losses. Provisions of €50M will be recorded in Q3 2024, with cash-out starting in 2025. 2024 EBITDA and FCF guidance remain unchanged.
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  11 October 2023

  Solvay to Cut Soda Ash Production in Torrelavega

  Production at Torrelavega will drop by 300-600 kilotons annually from January 2024. The site will focus on regional customers and sustainability, while exports shift to Green River, WY.
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  16 June 2023

  Solvay Announces New Company Names

  Solvay's planned separation into two companies will be completed by December 2023. One will focus on sustainable solutions, the other on scientific innovation. Net sales in 2022 were €5.6bn and €7.9bn, respectively.
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  6 June 2023

  Solvay to Produce Green Hydrogen for Peroxides in Italy

  The Hydrogen Valley Rosignano Project will cut CO2 emissions by 15% using a 756-ton green hydrogen plant powered by a 9.5 MW photovoltaic installation, operational by mid-2026.
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  17 January 2023

  Solvay Introduces Bio-Circular Silica in Italy

  The new silica, made from rice husk ash, will cut CO2 emissions by 50% and support sustainable tire production. Production starts in 2024, with plans for expansion in North America, Asia, and South America.
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  23 September 2022

  Iberdrola and Solvay Partner for Green Electricity in France

  A 172-hectare solar plant will supply green electricity to Solvay's Tavaux and Saint Fons plants, producing 75 GWh/year. The project supports local economy and aims for carbon neutrality by 2025.

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  17 October 2019

  Solvay to Boost Tecnoflon® FKM Capacity in Italy by 30%

  The increased capacity will support demand in automotive, oil & gas, and semiconductor industries, enhancing applications like turbochargers, seals, and gaskets, and ensuring high purity in electronics.
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  24 September 2019

  Solvay Expands Bicarbonate Production in Bulgaria

  Increasing soda ash capacity in Wyoming and bicarbonate in Bulgaria, the investments total €185M over three years, addressing global demand in various applications and improving air quality.
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  26 March 2019

  Solvay to Boost European Hydroquinone Capacity by 20%

  The capacity expansion in Saint-Fons, France, enhances supply security and meets rising demand for diphenol inhibitors. The project will be operational by Q2-2019.
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  25 February 2019

  Solvay's Biomass Boiler at Rheinberg Plant

  The new biomass boiler will cut CO₂ emissions by over 30%, using recycled wood chips. It will reduce fossil fuel use by a fourth and aligns with the company's greenhouse gas reduction goals.
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  20 September 2018

  Solvay Boosts Adhesives Capacity with New UK Plant

  The new automated UK plant enhances production of aerospace adhesives and films, optimizing supply chain security and supporting increased aircraft program rates.
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  10 July 2018

  Solvay Modernizes Bernburg Cogeneration Unit

  €48M investment enhances site competitiveness and sustainability, maintaining production capacity and reducing CO2 intensity, aligning with customer needs for reliable, high-quality supply.
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  30 January 2018

  Solvay invests €6 million in Rheinberg site for new flue gas treatment line

  The investment will expand sodium bicarbonate production, enabling delivery of SOLVAir® SB 0/3 for reducing industrial emissions. The project aligns with sustainability goals and is co-funded by the German government.
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  29 January 2018

  Solvay Invests €6M in Rheinberg Site Expansion

  The investment will expand sodium bicarbonate production, aiding industries in meeting environmental regulations. The project, co-funded by the German government, aligns with sustainability goals.
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  16 January 2018

  Solvay Unveils Energy-Efficient Turbine at Italian Soda Ash Plant

  The new turbine boosts production capacity and competitiveness at the Rosignano soda ash plant, enhancing supply reliability and quality for global markets.
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  1 November 2017

  Solvay Sells Chlorine Assets to CUF

  Solvay's Torrelavega assets sold to CUF, which plans a €55M investment in a new chlorine unit. Employees stay with Solvay. Asset transfer expected Q1 2018 after mercury-based unit shutdown.
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  26 July 2017

  Solvay Expands European Kitting Capacity for Composites

  Doubling kitting capabilities in France will boost production of large composite parts, create 60 jobs, and enhance process control, reducing labor costs, production time, and waste.
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  20 September 2016

  Solvay Enhances Composite Materials Production in Germany

  A new resin facility and upgraded site in Östringen will meet growing demand for lightweight materials in aircraft, producing for LEAP engines, Airbus, and Boeing. Production starts Q2 2017.
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  27 July 2015

  Solvay to Build High Purity H2O2 Plant in Italy

  A new plant in Italy will meet rising demand for high purity H2O2 in the electronics industry, reflecting growth in Solvay's electronic wet chemicals business and potential for future expansions.
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  1 July 2015

  Solvay Begins HDS Production for Energy-Efficient Tires in Poland

  The new plant in Wloclawek, Poland, will produce 85,000 tons of HDS annually, creating over 100 jobs and enhancing tire performance and fuel efficiency.
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  11 June 2015

  Solvay Starts Alkoxylation Production in Europe and Asia

  New alkoxylation plants in the Netherlands and Singapore are operational, enhancing supply for specialty surfactants in agrochemicals, coatings, home care, industrial, and oil and gas markets.
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  22 January 2015

  Solvay Expands Hydrogen Peroxide Production in Netherlands

  A new facility in Linne-Herten will produce Hydrogen Peroxide grades for pharmaceuticals, driven by EU regulations. Completion is set for July 2015, adhering to GMP standards.
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  10 November 2014

  Solvay Opens New ETFBO Synthesis Plant in Bad Wimpfen

  The new plant, integrated into an existing building, has a 1,000-ton annual capacity. The €5M investment expands the range of organic synthesis building blocks, focusing on CF3 chemistry.
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  21 June 2013

  Solvay Enhances Adipic Acid Production in France

  The investment aims to cut energy use by 8MW and CO2 emissions by 11,000 tons annually, enhancing process efficiency and supporting a €100M REBITDA improvement by 2014.
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  6 June 2013

  Solvay to Strengthen Global Soda Ash Leadership

  Plans to cut €100M/year in European costs by 2016, expand North American trona mining, and close a Portuguese unit. Aims to boost efficiency and address overcapacity, impacting 450 jobs by 2016.
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  7 May 2013

  Solvay and INEOS to Form Leading PVC Producer

  The joint venture will combine European chlorvinyls activities, creating a top-three global PVC producer with EUR 4.3 billion in sales, 5,650 employees, and significant operational synergies.
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  13 February 2013

  Solvay to Build Silica Plant in Poland

  The new 85,000-ton HDS plant in Poland and capacity expansion in China will boost global production by 30%, supporting growth in Eastern Europe, Russia, and beyond. Completion expected Q3 2014.
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  7 September 2012

  Solvay Expands Fluorinated Derivatives Production in France

  Doubling production capacity for specialty fluorinated derivatives to meet demand in energy storage, electronics, and pharmaceuticals with a EUR 10 million investment. First additional volumes available soon.