Elkem ASA is a Norway‐based industrial company specializing in the production of silicon‐based materials and advanced carbon solutions. Tracing its roots back to the establishment of its first silicon plant in 1904, the company has grown into a global supplier of silicones, silicon metal, foundry products, and microsilica. Its offerings serve a wide array of industries, including automotive, construction, electronics, energy, and water treatment.
The company’s product portfolio is organized around several core segments. Its silicones division manufactures specialty elastomers, fluids and resins that find applications in sealants, adhesives and coatings. The silicon metal business supplies high‐purity grades used in aluminum alloys, electronics and solar cells, while its foundry products unit produces ferrosilicon, inoculants and master alloys for the iron and steel industry. Elkem’s microsilica and carbon material lines cater to concrete enhancement and advanced battery technologies, respectively.
Elkem maintains an international footprint with production facilities and sales offices across Europe, North America, South America and Asia. Key smelters and specialty plants are located in Norway, France, the United States, Brazil and China, supported by research and development centers focused on process innovation and product customization. The company emphasizes sustainable production, leveraging renewable energy sources and pursuing carbon‐lean technologies in its manufacturing operations.
Under the leadership of President and CEO Hilde Merete Aasheim, Elkem continues to invest in R&D, digitalization and low‐emission processes. The company adheres to a governance framework that aligns environmental, social and governance (ESG) objectives with its long-term growth strategy. By combining a century‐old heritage in silicon technologies with modern production practices, Elkem positions itself as a strategic partner for customers seeking high-performance, sustainable material solutions.
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