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WACKER Begins Construction of New Silicone Production Site in Czech Republic
WACKER and CordenPharma Achieve Pandemic Readiness in June 2024
23 June 2024
CDMO
Pharma
The consortium will produce 80 million mRNA vaccine doses annually if needed, following a successful expansion and qualification phase, ensuring pandemic readiness for at least five years.
WACKER Launches mRNA Center in Halle, Germany
3 June 2024
CDMO
Pharma
The new facility in Halle enables large-scale mRNA production, creating over 100 jobs and supporting Germany's pandemic preparedness with a capacity for 200 million vaccine doses annually.
Pantherna and WACKER Expand mRNA Biopharmaceutical Collaboration
5 April 2024
CDMO
Pharma
WACKER's Halle site will produce mRNA-based ARDS treatment using a scalable process. The facility, operational by mid-2024, marks a milestone in their collaboration with Pantherna.
WACKER to Build Silicone Production Site in Czech Republic
11 January 2024
Specialties
New site in Karlovy Vary to produce specialty silicones by end of 2025, creating 200 jobs. Focus on room-temperature-vulcanizing silicones, later adding high-temperature-vulcanizing compounds.
WACKER Boosts HCl Production for Semiconductors in Germany
1 August 2023
Base chemistry
Specialties
The Burghausen site now produces more ultrapure hydrogen chloride for semiconductor etching and cleaning, meeting high purity standards and addressing increased demand.
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WACKER Expands Silicone Sealant Production in Nünchritz
22 March 2023
Specialties
Polymers
Rubber
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.
Sustainable Large-Scale Production of Antimicrobial Peptides Developed by mk2 Biotechnologies, WACKER, and TUM
7 June 2022
Specialties
Pharma
The project aims to develop cost-efficient, scalable production of antimicrobial peptides via sustainable fermentation, targeting applications in personal care, food, animal breeding, and crop protection.
WACKER Expands Silicone Rubber Production in US and Germany
24 May 2022
Specialties
To meet rising demand, significant capacity expansions for liquid and high-consistency silicone rubber are planned globally, with investments over €100 million and new sites in India, Czech Republic, and Japan.
WACKER to Produce Building-Protection Agents and Binders at Nünchritz Site
1 June 2021
A new liquid resins unit at Nünchritz will enhance production flexibility, supply security, and support market growth, creating 50 jobs and integrating with existing infrastructure.
WACKER to Build New Silicone Production Line in Nünchritz
9 November 2020
Specialties
The new line will produce silane-terminated polymers for adhesives and sealants, enhancing capacity and sustainability. Completion is set for 2022, driven by rising demand and innovative technology.
WACKER Expands Amsterdam Biotech Facility
28 July 2020
CDMO
Pharma
Investing in new fermentation lines and cleanroom upgrades, the Amsterdam site will enhance production of biologics, LMPs, and vaccines, supporting growth in the pharmaceutical market.
WACKER Opens New Silicon-Metal Plant in Norway
15 November 2019
Base chemistry
Specialties
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.
WACKER Expands Global Silicone Rubber Production
18 December 2018
Polymers
Increasing production by 40,000 metric tons annually by 2021, €100 million is invested to meet high demand in automotive, electronics, and medical sectors, enhancing silicone rubber availability and service.
WACKER Upgrades Jena Biotech Facility
13 September 2018
CDMO
Pharma
New equipment enhances biopharmaceutical production in Jena. ANVISA inspection confirms high quality standards, boosting site appeal and customer benefits.
WACKER Begins Cystine Production in Spain
12 September 2018
Food
WACKER has modernized its León site, investing €30M to produce fermentation-generated cystine, meeting rising global demand in the food and pharmaceutical industries. The site employs over 40 people.
WACKER Enhances Ketene Production in Burghausen
25 April 2017
Pharma
A new reactor for isopropenyl acetate boosts production capacity by 2,500 tons annually. WACKER also takes over sales of calcium acetylacetonate, enhancing supply chain integration and product quality.
WACKER Expands Silicon-Metal Capacity in Norway
8 March 2017
Base chemistry
Specialties
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.
WACKER Boosts Dispersion Production in Burghausen
23 February 2017
Polymers
A new 60,000-ton dispersion reactor will be completed this year, enhancing production for paints, adhesives, and construction materials, driven by global demand and trends like urbanization and energy efficiency.
WACKER Acquires Spanish Fermentation Plant to Boost Cysteine Production
20 December 2016
Food
WACKER invests €30M to modernize a newly acquired Spanish fermentation plant, boosting cysteine production and creating 35 jobs, meeting growing demand in food and pharmaceutical sectors.
WACKER Opens Specialty Monomer Plant in Burghausen
9 June 2015
Specialties
The new plant produces 3,800 metric tons of specialty monomers annually, ensuring long-term supply for polymer powders. The €8 million investment strengthens market and cost positions.
WACKER Builds Specialty Monomer Plant in Burghausen
3 March 2015
Specialties
The new plant will produce 3,800 metric tons of specialty monomers annually, enhancing supply security and meeting rising demand for high-quality polymeric binders. Completion is set for Q2 2015.