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Silicon news
All news on
Silicon
(also known as
Silicon Metal
and
Si
): plants, production capacities, investments and involved companies.
3 June 2026
Air Liquide invests in Quobly to scale silicon quantum processors
Investment funds R&D and industrialisation of silicon-based quantum processors, backing commercial launch targeted by end‑2026.
13 May 2026
Trinseo launches VOLTABOND 211 SBR binder for fast-charging batteries
A new water‑based SBR anode binder for graphite/silicon minimizes binder migration, lowers surface resistivity ~5% and whole‑cell DCIR up to 18%, while retaining adhesion and heat resistance.
11 May 2026
ASPİLSAN Enerji A35 3500 mAh 18650 silicon/graphite cell
New 18650 lithium‑ion cell delivers 3500 mAh using a silicon/graphite composite anode; shown at SAHA 2026 and positioned for defense, mobility and global markets, including the USA.
30 April 2026
Umicore Q1 momentum points to ~€1bn adjusted EBITDA in 2026
Strong Q1: Catalysis and Recycling strong; Specialty led by cobalt; CAM volumes modest, take‑or‑pay compensation; anode JV in place; capex up; leverage <2x
29 April 2026
ROSI raises €20m+ to scale PV recycling in Europe
€20M+ plus EU grants to fund industrial expansion: 10,000 t/yr solar-panel recycling plant in Spain, scalable automated line, new production director appointed, recycling partnership renewed
28 April 2026
Elkem wins NOK 87m from Enova to scale biocarbon use in silicon production
Project (total NOK242m, 2026–28) will test industrial biocarbon across labs, pilots and five smelters to double biocarbon share (from ~25%) by 2030, potentially cutting up to 0.5 Mt CO2/yr
Silicon manufacturers top 3
WACKER
Elkem
TotalEnergies
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21 April 2026
CATL unveils six battery innovations and integrated charge–swap network
Six batteries: Shenxing (10–15C); Qilin 280Wh/kg (1,000km) & Condensed 350Wh/kg (1,500km); Freevoy hybrid 230Wh/kg (600km); Naxtra Na‑ion GWh scale; charge–swap network, 4k stations.
11 March 2026
Elkem Restructures and Cuts Costs to Boost Competitiveness
Elkem introduces a new structure, reduces workforce by 300, and cuts costs by NOK 1.9 billion to enhance profitability amid market challenges.
4 March 2026
Heliup Secures €16M to Expand Lightweight Solar Panels in Europe
Heliup's funding boosts lightweight solar panel deployment on rooftops with limited load capacity, aiding Europe's energy transition and decarbonization efforts.
25 February 2026
UBE Invests in South Korea's CheomdanLab
CheomdanLab develops silicon nitride tech for recycling silicon waste, aiding sustainable supply chains. UBE supports their mass production and commercialization efforts.
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.
30 October 2025
Axens to Acquire Eurecat, Enhance Catalyst and Metals Recycling
Eurecat will continue serving the catalyst market, maintaining confidentiality and focusing on circularity and carbon footprint reduction, with potential expansion into metal recycling.
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.
18 September 2025
Elkem ASA Enters Exclusive Sales Process for Silicones Division
Elkem is negotiating with a major industrial player to sell its Silicones division, aiming to focus on Silicon Products and Carbon Solutions. Transaction expected to close in H1 2026.
31 July 2025
WACKER Q2 Earnings Meet Expectations
Sales and EBITDA fell due to weak demand and trade uncertainties. Net income was negative. Full-year outlook revised down. Focus on growth, cash, and cost management.
6 March 2025
WACKER Adopts Biogenic Carbon for Silicon Production
A new contract enables the shift to biogenic carbon, reducing CO2 emissions and advancing climate-neutral silicon production at the Holla site.
10 December 2023
Fire at Elkem Salten Plant
A fire broke out at a silicon plant in Norway. Four individuals were treated, and production halted. The fire is under control, and all personnel are accounted for.
12 June 2023
WACKER to Boost Semiconductor-Grade Polysilicon Capacity in Burghausen
New production line to increase polysilicon cleaning capacity by 50% by 2025, creating 100+ jobs. €300M investment includes research for higher purity. Funding application submitted.
8 March 2017
WACKER Expands Silicon-Metal Capacity in Norway
An €85 million investment will boost silicon-metal production in Holla, Norway, enhancing raw material sourcing and supply reliability. Completion is expected in the first half of 2019.
