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: plants, production capacities, investments and involved companies.
17 June 2026
Toray develops durable hydrophilic coating for silicone medical devices
Coating raises silicone wettability >20×, cuts friction ~90%, forms ~20 nm durable layer by heat-induced polymer self-assembly for lenses and catheters.
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.
13 February 2026
Elkem to Sell Majority of Silicones Division to Bluestar
Elkem to transfer Silicones division to Bluestar, settling through share redemption. Transaction awaits shareholder and regulatory approvals, expected to close by May 2026.
30 January 2026
WACKER Increases Silicone Prices
Prices for silicone products rise due to increased platinum costs, affecting sectors like automotive and medical. Existing contracts will be amended.
26 December 2025
Elkem Reports Second Fatality After Saint-Fons Workshop Accident
A second employee has died from the Saint-Fons accident. Two remain hospitalized. Operations are temporarily shut down. Internal and external investigations are underway.
20 November 2025
Brenntag Specialties to Distribute Calyxia Microcapsules
Brenntag will distribute Calyxia's microencapsulation tech for advanced materials in the Americas, China, and EMEA, enhancing performance and sustainability in CASE and composites markets.
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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 Backs Local Silicone Supply Chain in Saudi Arabia
A joint venture aims to localize silicone production in Saudi Arabia, enhancing supply chain sustainability and supporting industrial growth in line with Vision 2030.
15 October 2025
Brenntag and Momentive Expand Partnership to the Philippines
The partnership extends distribution in Southeast Asia, enhancing Brenntag's offerings with advanced silicone solutions for the coatings, adhesives, and sealants market in the Philippines.
23 September 2025
Dow Introduces Non-Fluoropolymer Processing Aid for Film Packaging
DOWSIL™ 5-1050 PPA enhances film processing, reduces melt fracture, and complies with EU and US food safety regulations.
22 September 2025
Momentive Names Ricardo Pravda as CHRO
Ricardo Pravda, with 25+ years in HR, joins from Hikma Pharmaceuticals to lead global HR strategy, focusing on culture, talent, and growth.
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.
21 May 2025
WACKER commissions specialty-silicone plants at Zhangjiagang, China
New complex raises local supply capacity for silicone fluids, emulsions and elastomer gels; production to ramp up over the coming months.
18 November 2024
Elkem Advances Circular Economy for Silicones in Lyon
A pilot project in Lyon uses patented recycling to reduce silicone waste, cut emissions, and support the green transition, funded by France 2030 and EU's NextGenerationEU.
25 September 2023
WACKER expands specialty-silicone capacity at Zhangjiagang site
New production lines for specialty silicone fluids, emulsions and elastomer gels in Zhangjiagang; €150m investment and start-up planned for H2 2025.
22 March 2023
WACKER Expands Silicone Sealant Production in Nünchritz
The expansion will boost production and filling capacities, create jobs, and support sustainable construction with alkoxy silicones. Completion is expected by fall 2024, pending regulatory approval.
17 September 2022
Evonik Expands Additive Capacity for Paints
Evonik boosts capacity for TEGO® Phobe hydrophobing agents and TEGO® Viscoplus thickeners to meet rising demand and enhance global supply security.
17 February 2022
Elkem Secures French Government Funding for Specialty Silicones Expansion
The funding supports capacity expansion in Roussillon and investments in Saint-Fons to meet high-tech market demand, enhance production, and improve environmental performance.
27 October 2021
Elkem to Upgrade and Expand Roussillon Silicone Plant
The €36M investment will boost capacity by 20,000 metric tons, enhance productivity, and improve sustainability. Completion is expected in Q3 2023, supporting EMEA and Americas markets.
15 July 2020
Evonik Begins Production at New Geesthacht Silicone Facility
The new facility in Geesthacht, Germany, is now operational, producing silicones and SMPs for various applications, enhancing supply reliability and product innovation despite Covid-19 challenges.
15 November 2019
WACKER Opens New Silicon-Metal Plant in Norway
The new facility boosts capacity by over 40%, covering a third of WACKER's German demand. €100 million was invested, enhancing efficiency and supply security against market fluctuations and trade barriers.
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.
18 November 2010
Dow Corning and WACKER open Zhangjiagang integrated silicone site
China’s largest integrated silicone site: US$1.8B, 1 million m², joint siloxane and pyrogenic silica production to serve automotive, construction, electronics and personal-care markets.
