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Orkla Materials

Orkla Materials consists of the companies Elkem and Borregaard.


Elkem Silicon-related is a world leader in the environmentally friendly production of metals and materials. Its main products are silicon, solar-grade silicon, special ferrosilicon alloys for the foundry industry, carbon and microsilica. The company has production facilities in Europe, North America, South America, South Africa and Asia, and a comprehensive network of sales offices and agents in the main markets.

Borregaard Chemicals has one of the world’s most advanced biorefineries. Using timber as a raw material, it produces a wide range of advanced biochemicals, biomaterials and bioethanol that are sustainable alternatives to oil-based products. The company also holds strong positions in additives and fine chemicals. Borregaard is an international enterprise with production units and sales offices in the most important industrial markets.

Orkla Materials Energy has hydro power production with an annual capacity of approximately 2.5 TWh.


Last modified: 12.04.2010
 

 

Facts about Orkla

  • One of Norway's largest companies on The Oslo Stock Exchange
  • Ticker code: ORK

 

 

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