Ferrosilicon news

All news on Ferrosilicon (also known as Ferrosilicon - reaction mass of iron and iron disilicide and iron silicide and silicon): plants, production capacities, investments and involved companies.

13 February 2026

Elkem Q4 2025: Market Challenges Offset by Cost Improvements; Silicones Division Sale

EBITDA fell 24% YoY. Silicones sale to Bluestar boosts focus and flexibility. Safety incident in Lyon. Market uncertainties persist, but strong cost positions aid adaptation.
10 February 2026

Elkem Reduces Production at Norwegian Plants

Elkem halts production at Rana and Salten due to market challenges, high inventory, and power costs, potentially leading to temporary layoffs.
18 November 2025

EU Imposes Safeguard Measures on Ferroalloy Imports; Impact on Elkem

The EU enacts tariff rate quotas on ferroalloy imports, effective Nov 2025 for three years, excluding silicon metal. Elkem anticipates sales shifts and potential price increases.
23 October 2025

Elkem Q3 2025: Strong Operations and Cost Improvements Boost Results

EBITDA fell 33% YoY due to low sales prices. Silicones division under review for sale. EU and US trade measures may impact future performance.
20 October 2025

Elkem Reduces Ferrosilicon Output in Norway and Iceland

Production cut due to weak European market and EU import investigation. Temporary layoffs possible. Aims to lower inventory and stabilize market.

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