Over 40 Years of know-how and experience
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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 40 years.

Toray Carbon Fibers Europe has extensive experience in manufacturing and marketing Torayca® premium carbon fibers.

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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.

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Toray Carbon Fibers Europe: Key Facts

Established in
France in
1982

40
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

6 Certifications:

  • ISO 9001,
  • EN9100,
  • NADCAP,
  • ISO 140001,
  • ISO 50001
  • ISCC PLUS

Turnover
€296 M
(as of 31 March 2024)