Carbon fiber news

• Teijin Expands Carbon Fiber Capacity in Germany

  26 June 2020

  Specialties

  Production capacity for Tenax™-E HT C604 6mm increased by 40% to meet rising demand in European electronics and medical device sectors, enhancing flexibility and supply within Europe.
• Hexcel Opens New Composite Plant in France

  2 October 2018

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  The new plant in Isère, France, boosts global carbon fiber capacity, creating 370 jobs. It supports aerospace demand and features a new R&D center for advanced composite materials.
• Hexcel to Build Carbon Fiber Plant in France

  30 September 2014

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  The $250M plant in Roussillon will enhance the global supply chain, supporting aerospace demand. It will employ 120 people by 2018, supplying Airbus and Safran.
• Toray Opens New Carbon Fiber Plant in France

  26 September 2014

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  The new plant boosts cost competitiveness by enabling integrated production and supports global expansion. Demand for carbon fibers is growing, with Toray expanding its product range to meet market needs.
• SGL Group Opens Carbon Fiber Pilot Plant in Meitingen

  27 May 2011

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  The new plant, part of the AirCarbon project, aims to develop high-strength carbon fibers for aerospace, with €11 million invested. The facility is 80m long, 10m high, and 10m wide.
• Bayer Opens Largest Carbon Nanotube Pilot Facility

  29 January 2010

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  The new facility in Leverkusen produces 200 metric tons of carbon nanotubes annually, aiming to meet growing demand and create jobs. Baytubes® enhance materials' strength and electrical properties.