Solvay news (page 2)

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.

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.

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.

The expansion in Spinetta Marengo, Italy, will be completed by end of 2012 with a EUR 15 million investment to meet growing demand for PFPE used in industrial lubrication and semiconductor applications.

EUR 10 million investment to meet rising demand in automotive, aerospace, and oil industries. Tecnoflon's high-temperature and chemical resistance enhance energy efficiency and reduce emissions.