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Solvay confirmed discussions with One Investment Management for a strategic partnership involving its rare earths processing unit. The move supports efforts to reduce reliance on China for critical mi
Solvay announced plans to build a new high-performance aromatic polymer compounding line at its Panoli facility in India, scheduled to start production in Q1 2028. This project will double existing co
Solvay plans to double its electronic-grade hydrogen peroxide capacity in Taiwan by late 2026 via joint venture Shinsol Advanced Chemicals. The expansion aims to meet growing semiconductor manufacturi
Solvay reported a 5% year-over-year increase in sales volume for Q2, driven primarily by its materials sector including composites and special polymers, while updating its full-year EBITDA outlook to
Solvay reported a Q2 net loss of $120 million driven by restructuring costs, while adjusted EBITDA surged 93% to $81 million and net sales rose 8% year-over-year.
Solvay reported Q2 2026 net sales of €1.55 billion with a 5% volume increase driven by materials segments. Composite materials grew 18% and specialty polymers returned to growth, contributing to impro
The EU proposed major ETS reforms including adjusted emission reduction rates and a €100 billion decarbonization fund. While Solvay views the direction positively, Cefic warns the plan fails to addres
The EU is partnering with Brazil to secure critical mineral supplies through a Viridis Mining rare earth project. A potential agreement with Solvay aims to boost local refining capacity and reduce rel
Solvay released its first impact report, highlighting that 65% of net sales come from sustainable solutions and 2030 carbon targets are half-complete. Innovations span aerospace composites, bio-based
Toray Composites America and Solvay signed a five-year agreement for carbon fiber and prepreg supply. The deal secures materials for next-gen aircraft, enhancing supply chain stability amid rising avi
Shell Chemical Europe and Solvay partnered to provide low-carbon ethylene oxide solutions via mass balance methods, reducing carbon footprints by up to 51%. The ISCC-certified products support Solvay'
Solvay launched Amodel PPA HFFR 4130 CN, a specialized polymer for automotive electric drive systems. The material offers enhanced thermal shock resistance and chemical durability to support EV integr
Solvay reported 2025 full-year net sales of €6.14 billion, down 6.5%, with Q4 EBITDA at €238 million. The company completed its oil and gas divestiture in January 2026 to concentrate on specialty chem
Solvay plans to cut its Torrelavega plant's soda ash capacity from 600,000 to 420,000 tons by Q3 2026 due to oversupply and high energy costs. The strategy enhances competitiveness and sustainability
Solvay plans to cut soda ash capacity at its Spanish Torrelavega plant due to difficult market conditions, resulting in up to 77 job cuts. Sodium bicarbonate operations at the site will remain unaffec
Solvay commissioned Europe's first bio-circular silica plant in Italy using rice husk ash, reducing CO2 emissions by 35%. The project supports EU Green Deal goals and targets sustainable silica supply
Neo Performance Materials agreed to pay €7.1 million to Solvay's Rhodia to settle European patent disputes, resulting in a mutual release of claims and withdrawal of court proceedings by Q1 2026.
Solvay and Sapio have commenced construction of a green hydrogen plant at Solvay's Rosignano facility in Italy to supply its peroxides unit under a 10-year agreement.
Solvay has signed supply deals for rare earths in the US and Europe as part of a strategic push to secure critical mineral supplies.
Solvay cited lower soda ash sales in Southeast Asia due to China-driven price pressure. Despite Q3 sales decline, the company maintained earnings guidance and beat consensus.
Azelis has appointed Boris Cambon-Lalanne from Solvay as its new Chief Financial Officer. He is set to join the Azelis board in January 2026.
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