Evonik Opens Multi-Purpose Silicone Production Facility in Germany
ESSEN, Germany — After less than 18 months of construction, Evonik officially opened its new multi-purpose silicones manufacturing facility in Geesthacht, Germany. Located in Northern Germany, 30 kilometers outside the port city of Hamburg, the new plant was completed on time and within the planned budget. Commissioning of the facility’s new tank farm started in December, and incremental production increases are planned over the coming months.
“I’m delighted to open our new facility and continue the long history of production at the site,” said Dr. Xiaolan Wang, head of the Interface & Performance Business Line of Evonik. “The increased production footprint helps to strengthen our focus on silicone and nanotechnology specialty chemical products, while also providing our customers with a faster, more reliable supply of the products they need.”