Elkem acquires new plant in France to accelerate growth in specialised silicones

"With this acquisition, Elkem continues to deliver on our growth and specialisation strategy. This new plant will enable us to more quickly extend our offerings within advanced high value products for attractive specialty markets, further strengthening our position as one of the world's leaders in fully integrated silicone manufacturing," says Michael Koenig, CEO of Elkem. "With this acquisition, Elkem continues to deliver on our growth and specialisation strategy. This new plant will enable...

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 says Michael Koenig , CEO of Elkem.

Organo-functional silicones combine the superior performance of silicones with the functionality, compatibility and potential reactivity of organic materials. The processing is advanced and gives OFS products with highly specialised properties.

says Frederic Jacquin , SVP Elkem Silicones.

The OFS plant is located near Elkem Silicones' existing activities south of Lyon , including both the upstream plant in Roussillon as well as the production site and R&D center in Saint-Fons.

 says Bertrand Mollet , EMEA Region Director Elkem Silicones.

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