March
Arkema’s global mobilization
In response to the pandemic and lockdowns, Arkema organized its 147 sites to ensure strict adherence to rules imposed by the authorities in order to protect its employees and maintain operations. The Group took all possible action to continue to supply its clients with products, many of which are essential in a range of fields, thereby helping to sustain the economy in countries in which it operates.
March
Molecular sieves for respiratory devices
The Honfleur plant in France stepped up production of molecular sieves, which are essential components of respiratory devices, in response to a significant rise in demand. Teams worked around the clock to ensure a constant supply of molecular sieves for medical equipment manufacturers.
April
Donation of transparent acrylic glass sheets
Around the world, plants operated by our Altuglas International subsidiary were running at full capacity owing to high demand for transparent acrylic glass sheets, used to protect customers and staff in the essential stores that remained open. Some of our sites donated funds for urgent medical equipment, such as our Matamoros site in Mexico, which donated to the city’s main hospital (to manufacture protective shields for patient intubation).
