Solvay Reduces Torrelavega Soda Ash Capacity

Solvay announced that it will adjust the soda ash production capacity of its Spain===Torrelavega plant in Spain, reducing it from 600 kilotons to 420 kilotons, effective in the third quarter of 2026. This strategic decision is a direct response to challenging market conditions, including worldwide oversupply and sustained high energy and carbon costs in Europe. The adjustment aims to strengthen the competitiveness of Solvay's global assets and secure the long-term viability of the Spain===Torrelavega site's remaining production capacity. Sodium bicarbonate operations at the plant will remain unaffected. Étienne Galan, President of Solvay Soda Ash & Derivatives, emphasized Solvay's commitment to the business and its strategic investments in carbon-neutral soda ash processes. The measure will also lead to a net reduction of up to 77 positions, which Solvay is committed to managing responsibly with employee representatives. The Spain===Torrelavega site will focus on serving regional soda ash and premium sodium bicarbonate customers, leveraging its proximity and long-term sustainability commitment, including a major biomass project to reduce coal usage.