Solvay confirms discussions with OneIM regarding a strategic partnership for its rare earths business
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Brussels, September 8, 2026
In response to recent media reports, Solvay confirms that it is currently engaged in discussions regarding a potential strategic partnership with One Investment Management (OneIM) for its rare earths business. There can be no certainty at this stage that these discussions will result in any agreement or transaction. A further announcement will be made if and when appropriate.
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Investor relations Geoffroy d’Oultremont: +32 478 88 32 96 Vincent Toussaint: +33 6 74 87 85 65 Charlotte Vandevenne: +32 471 68 01 66 investor.relations@solvay.com
Media relations Peter Boelaert: +32 479 30 91 59 Laetitia Van Minnenbruggen: +32 484 65 30 47 media.relations@solvay.com
About Solvay
Solvay, a pioneering chemical company with a legacy rooted in founder Ernest Solvay's pivotal innovations in the soda ash process, is dedicated to delivering essential solutions globally through its workforce of around 8,400 employees. Since 1863, Solvay has harnessed the power of chemistry to create innovative, sustainable solutions that answer the world’s most essential needs such as purifying the air we breathe and the water we use, preserving our food supplies, protecting our health and well-being, creating eco-friendly clothing, making the tires of our cars more sustainable and cleaning and protecting our homes. Solvay’s unwavering commitment drives the transition to a carbon-neutral future by 2050, underscoring its dedication to sustainability and a fair and just transition. As a world-leading company with €4.3 billion in underlying net sales in 2025, Solvay is listed on Euronext Brussels and Paris (SOLB). For more information about Solvay, please visit solvay.com or follow Solvay on Linkedin.
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