Elkem names Milliken exclusive North American distributor for select silane and siloxane materials

JOINT STATEMENT — June X, 2026

Milliken & Company and Elkem have entered into a long‑term agreement under which Milliken will serve as Elkem’s exclusive North American distributor for select silane and siloxane materials. The collaboration strengthens access to a dependable, western‑sourced supply of key silicone building blocks for customers across the region.

Under the agreement, Milliken will offer consistent bulk supply of Elkem cyclics and fluids, supported by its established North American presence and long-standing customer relationships. By pairing Elkem’s vertically integrated manufacturing capabilities with Milliken’s deep market access, the agreement gives customers greater confidence in supply reliability while offering flexibility as they balance domestic and international sourcing.

The agreement reflects a shared focus on responsible manufacturing and transparency across the value chain. Elkem’s production model includes silicon metal sourced from Norway, which provides customers with more visibility into material origin and sourcing practices, while supporting demand for lower‑carbon material options in North America.

About Milliken

Milliken & Company is a global manufacturing leader whose focus on materials science delivers tomorrow’s breakthroughs today. From industry-leading molecules to sustainable innovations, Milliken creates products that enhance people’s lives and deliver solutions for its customers and communities. Drawing on thousands of patents and a portfolio with applications across the textile, flooring, chemical and healthcare businesses, the company harnesses a shared sense of integrity and excellence to positively impact the world for generations. Discover more about Milliken’s curious minds and inspired solutions at milliken.com and on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn.

About Elkem

Elkem is a global metals and materials company established in 1904. The company holds leading positions in silicon, ferrosilicon, foundry alloys and carbon solutions, supplying materials essential to modern society – from critical infrastructure and manufacturing to digitalisation, mobility and energy solutions. Elkem produces its materials by combining natural raw materials, renewable energy and advanced process technology, creating solutions that enable a more sustainable future. The company employs around 3,000 people, operates in more than 30 locations across Europe, Asia, the Americas and Africa, and is headquartered in Oslo, Norway where it is listed on the Oslo Stock Exchange (ELK). Driven by innovation. Powered by nature. Shaping the future.