Rhodia to construct new high performance silica plant in China
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Rhodia announced its intention to construct a new plant for the production of high performance silica in China. The new facility will be located in the city of Qingdao where Rhodia already operates a silica plant. This world scale plant will focus on producing high performance silica notably used in low rolling resistance tires.
Using a modular design to build the plant will enable it to be easily expanded to support this rapidly growing market. A number of Rhodia's existing major customers are supporting the project. Rhodia already operates seven precipitated silica plants around the world in France, Italy, Venezuela, Brazil, Korea, China and the USA.
"This investment will allow Rhodia to respond to rapidly growing demand in the Asian region," said Jean-Pierre Clamadieu, CEO of Rhodia, adding "this move fits perfectly within our strategy to develop businesses in which we have a strong and sustainable leadership position and prioritize investment in China."