Westlake Vinnolit to close Cologne PVC plant in European footprint optimization

By Public Technologies
  • Westlake Vinnolit announced plans to close its PVC plant in Cologne, Germany, to improve profitability amid weak European demand.
  • Cologne capacity totals about 165,000 metric tons a year; production is set to stop in Q1 2027.
  • Total pre-tax charges are expected at about $205 million, split between $100 million cash and $105 million non-cash.
  • About $110 million of the charges are expected in 2026, with the remainder booked in 2027.
  • Supply will shift to other German PVC sites, including the recently acquired Wilhelmshaven facility.


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