Baikowski® Wins France 2030 Plan for Low-Carbon Alumina Production

Poisy, April 29, 2024 – Baikowski® (ALBKK - ISIN: FR0013384369), a century-old leader in specialty industrial minerals, has been announced as a winner in the France 2030 initiative. The company’s ABC (Alumine Bas Carbone) project targets decarbonizing alumina powder production for ceramic matrix composite applications and involves notable partners such as ECM Technologies, Saint-Gobain, and Institut Charles Gerhardt Montpellier (ICGM).

The ABC project stands out due to its innovative approach utilizing a fully electrified process that significantly reduces greenhouse gas emissions of alumina by 50% to 70%. This method incorporates cutting-edge technology like microwave pilots from SAIREM and a new furnace from ECM Technologies. The initiative aligns with Baikowski®’s commitment to environmental responsibility and aims at bolstering local production while addressing the needs of the aerospace and energy sectors.

As a leading French producer of high-purity alumina, Baikowski® plays a crucial role in sectors that include electronics and aerospace. CEO Benoît Grenot expressed pride in the France 2030 project win, indicating it as a validation of their sustained efforts and a significant step in advancing carbon-free industrial solutions.