Arkema commissions 15% PVDF capacity increase in North America
- Investment of around 20 million US dollars for the expansion at Calvert City, Kentucky.
- 15% PVDF capacity increase was announced in February 2025 and started up on schedule and within the initial budget.
- New capacity targets lithium‑ion batteries for EVs and Energy Storage Systems, data‑center driven cable demand, and the semiconductor market.
- Arkema also announced a 20% PVDF expansion in China, expected to be completed in 2028, complementing sites in North America, Europe and Asia.
Project
Arkema started up a 15% increase in PVDF capacity at its Calvert City, Kentucky site, supported by an investment of around 20 million US dollars.
Timing and delivery
The expansion was announced in February 2025 and was delivered on time and within the initial budget, demonstrating the company’s project execution and management capabilities.
End markets
The additional PVDF capacity is intended to support rising demand for lithium‑ion batteries for electric vehicles and energy storage systems, the rapid expansion of data centres driving cable and infrastructure needs, and growth in the semiconductor market.
Global supply position
With production sites in North America, Europe and Asia, the new capacity strengthens local supply in North America; Arkema has also announced a 20% PVDF expansion at its China facility, expected to be completed in 2028 to reinforce global supply.
Source: Arkema