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Over 35 Years of know-how and experience
Toray Carbon Fibers Europe
Toray Carbon Fibers Europe, a subsidiary of the Japanese company, Toray Industries, the world’s leading manufacturer of carbon fiber, has been present in Europe for more than 35 years.
Toray Carbon Fibers Europe has extensive experience in manufacturing and marketing Torayca® premium carbon fibers.
We offer the most comprehensive range of carbon fibers on the European market. Our carbon fibers and composite materials are a guarantee of high quality, resulting from our expert technical knowledge and know-how. Many industries recognise our expertise, including the aerospace and automotive industries.
Our History
1982
Establishment of the company (Joint Venture: Toray & Elf-Aquitaine)
1985
Start-up of the 1st carbon fiber production line
1987
1st aeronautical certification
2002
1st production of composite materials
2008
Carbon fiber production capacity: 5,200 tons per year
2011
Toray buys back 100% of the capital
2013
Opening of the Technical Centre
2014
Start-up of a raw material production plant (PAN)
2018
Opening of a sales office in Frankfurt (Germany)
Toray Carbon Fibers Europe's Sites
Toray Carbon Fibers Europe’s production facilities and headquarters are located in France. Our company produces the raw material for carbon fiber (PAN-based precursor), carbon fibers and composite materials, enabling us to control all stages of the value chain. The proximity and integration of our production sites guarantee a reliable high-quality supply.
On a commercial level, Toray Carbon Fibers Europe relies on a dedicated network of distributors in Europe. The Marketing and Sales Division is located in Paris. A Sales Office in Frankfurt, Germany complements our customer service.
Our Technical Centre and Technical Support Department work hand-in-hand with our Sales teams to provide a comprehensive service for our customers’ projects.
Toray Carbon Fibers Europe: Key Facts
Established in
France in
1982
35
years
of experience
and know-how
A
100%
subsidiary of Toray Industries
Activity:
Raw material production (PAN),
carbon fiber and composite materials production
Carbon fiber production capacity:
5,200
tons per year
5 Certifications:
- ISO 9001,
- EN9100,
- NADCAP,
- ISO 140001,
- ISO 50001
Turnover
€205 M
(as of 31 March 2020)
