> The German company Evonik plans to build a new factory in Berkeley, South Carolina, USA. The project will invest at least US$120 million and can create 50 jobs. Construction of the factory is expected to begin this month and is expected to be completed by mid-2018.
(Jiangxi New Materials Co., Ltd.)
The new plant will produce precipitated silica, with the downstream industry being the tire industry. The tire industry requires high-quality precipitated silica to produce tires with improved fuel efficiency and excellent wet road grip. Compared with ordinary car tires, this new tire can save 8% of fuel consumption.
South Carolina Governor Nikki Haley said, “We very much welcome Evonik to invest and build factories in South Carolina to bring opportunities to the people of our state. We appreciate Evonik’s strategic decision and look forward to Evonik’s expansion in South Carolina.” Another great appearance.”
News shows that Evonik recently acquired the silica business of the American company J.M. Huber for US$630 million. Klaus Engel, Chairman of Evonik, said: “Huber’s silica business will greatly strengthen the growth strength of the resource efficiency business segment and provide good opportunities for the strategic development of Evonik’s product portfolio.” The transaction is planned to be completed in late 2017. It will be completed in half a year and is subject to approval by relevant departments.
Evonik is one of the world’s leading specialty chemicals manufacturing companies, with approximately 33,500 employees. Its business covers more than 100 countries and regions. Its products are used in a wide range of applications, including adhesives, cleaning products, building materials, etc.
