Key highlights
- An explosion occurred on 22 December 2025 at Elkem's Saint-Fons site.
- One employee died and three were injured.
- Operations are temporarily shut down at both North and South sites.
- Internal and external investigations have been initiated.
Incident Overview
On the afternoon of 22 December 2025, an explosion occurred at a pilot workshop at Elkem's Silicones site in Saint-Fons, Lyon, France. The incident resulted in the death of one employee and injuries to three others.
Response and Support
Elkem has temporarily shut down operations at both the North and South sites in Saint-Fons, 1.5 days ahead of the scheduled year-end closure. Psychological support services are being provided to all employees affected by the incident.
Investigations
Elkem's management is collaborating with local authorities to manage the aftermath of the accident. Both internal and external investigations have been initiated to determine the cause of the explosion and to identify preventive measures for the future.
