Elkem ASA is a Norway‐based company specializing in the production and development of advanced materials derived primarily from silicon, carbon, and microsilica. The company supplies a wide range of industries, including automotive, electronics, construction, energy, and environmental applications. Its product portfolio is designed to enhance material performance, energy efficiency, and sustainability across diverse end markets.
Key products and services offered by Elkem include silicones, which serve sectors such as personal care, automotive seals, and electronics encapsulation; silicon alloys such as ferrosilicon and silicon metal used in aluminum and steel production; and microsilica, a highly reactive silica fume used to improve concrete strength and durability. Elkem also develops carbon solutions, foundry products, and specialty alloys that support industrial processes ranging from metal casting to renewable energy storage.
Founded in 1904 as part of Norsk Hydro, Elkem has evolved through demergers and strategic acquisitions to become a standalone global materials provider. Headquartered in Oslo, the company operates more than 30 production facilities across Europe, North America, South America, and Asia. This geographic footprint enables Elkem to serve local markets with tailored solutions while maintaining integrated supply chains and technical support networks.
Elkem ASA is majority-owned by the China National Bluestar Group, a global chemical and materials conglomerate. Through this ownership, Elkem has strengthened its research and development capabilities and expanded its reach into rapidly growing markets. The company emphasizes sustainability and resource efficiency, investing in technologies that reduce energy consumption and lower carbon emissions across its manufacturing processes.
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