- The Mariager site increased capacity by 60%.
- The expansion followed a year of engineering, construction, and testing.
- Pharmaceutical grade salt is used in dialysis solutions, insulin, and baby food.
- The dialysis market is growing globally by 7-8% per year.
Expansion Overview
AkzoNobel’s Specialty Chemicals business has completed the expansion of its production site in Mariager, Denmark. This facility supplies essential pharmaceutical grade salt for the healthcare industry. The expansion has increased the site's capacity by 60%, addressing the previous struggle to meet demand.
Applications and Uses
The pharmaceutical grade salt produced at the Mariager site is used as an active ingredient in various applications, including intravenous solutions, insulin, and baby food. The primary market for this salt is in dialysis solutions, which are seeing increased demand due to a growing number of patients and improved healthcare in developing countries.
Market Growth
The number of dialysis treatments is rising globally, with the market growing at a rate of 7 to 8% per year. This growth is expected to continue at the same pace for at least another generation. The expansion positions the Mariager site to capture these organic market developments effectively.
Additional Uses
Beyond dialysis, pharmaceutical grade salt from the Mariager facility is also used as a base material for liquid medications and dietary formulations. This diversification in applications underscores the importance of the expanded production capacity in meeting various healthcare needs worldwide.
