Evonik Invests €52 Million to Expand Silicone Production in Essen

Evonik Industries AG has invested €52 million in a new organomodified silicone production plant and raw material storage facilities at its Essen site in Germany. The expansion will increase capacity and strengthen the company's global production network.

Organomodified silicones are used in polyurethane foams for insulation, mattresses and car seats, as well as in adhesives, coatings and cosmetics.

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Expanded Storage and Logistics Infrastructure
The new tank farm comprises five stainless steel tanks, the tallest measuring 24 meters. A 150-meter pipe bridge connects the storage facility to 15 production plants. The additional storage capacity will improve supply reliability and reduce dependence on short-notice deliveries. The site has expanded from 32 to 35 hectares.

Strengthening the Global Production Network
The investment aims to ease capacity constraints and reduce shipments between Evonik's production sites in Germany, Italy, China and the US. The silicone business is part of the Interface & Polyurethane Additives business line within the Custom Solutions segment.

Construction took place without interrupting production, involving around 80 Evonik employees and more than 230 workers from 25 external companies.

As part of a broader strategic realignment, Evonik plans to develop its Essen site into a center of expertise for formulations and customized chemical solutions.

More information: www.evonik.de

Evonik Industries AG, Essen, Germany