Toray Carbon Fibers Europe is pleased to announce the operational start‑up of its new carbon fiber production facility at its plant in South-West France. The new facility will produce T300 and high modulus (HM) carbon fibers and increases the plant’s total annual capacity from 5,000 to 6,000 tonnes.
This investment, announced in 2023 by Toray Industries, Inc., marks a major industrial milestone for the Group.
The new production capacity will be fully operational in the second half of 2026. With this step, Toray reaffirms its long‑term investment strategy in Europe, aimed at securing a robust local supply chain and improving the availability of TORAYCA™ high‑performance carbon fibers.
Reinforcing a Strong, High‑Performance European Supply Chain
With this investment in a new carbon fiber production facility, Toray Carbon Fibers Europe demonstrates its commitment to supporting the expansion of the European industry. This new capacity directly addresses:
- the strong growth in demand across aerospace, defence, energy, and premium automotive sectors,
- the increasing needs of European manufacturers seeking a reliable, robust supply chain capable of responding to increases in production rates,
- the need to expand European production capacity for T300 and HM carbon fibers.
By strengthening its production facilities at the heart of the European Union, Toray Carbon Fibers Europe is able to provide its customers with:
- shorter lead times,
- enhanced industrial flexibility,
- improved reliability for the most demanding programmes,
- a significant reduction in risks associated with international logistics chains.
- In addition, Toray Carbon Fibers Europe will be able to increase the availability of intermediate‑modulus carbon fibers with its existing production capacity.
This scaling‑up aligns fully with Toray’s long‑term strategy to stay one step ahead of market demand. Toray Carbon Fibers Europe thus proves its long-term commitment to supporting European customers’ growth by providing a secure and reliable supply of locally produced high-performance carbon fiber.
Driving Your Projects with Technical Expertise
In addition to offering the largest production capacity and portfolio in Europe—from standard to high modulus, in tow sizes ranging from 3K to 24K—Toray Carbon Fibers Europe also provides comprehensive support to its customers, including:
- grade selection and recommendations,
- process guidance,
- qualification assistance,
- technical expertise to accelerate industrialization.
Customers have access to engineers specialized in carbon fibers and composite materials. Our team can provide guidance throughout development, from early studies to full industrialization. Their in‑depth knowledge of composite manufacturing processes allows them to offer technical recommendations tailored to a wide range of applications: aerospace, defence, automotive, marine, sports, civil engineering, oil & gas, electrification, renewable energies, hydrogen, and more.
This expertise relies on close collaboration with our technical center and in-house laboratories. Together, they can direct you toward the most suitable TORAYCA™ carbon fiber that matches your performance requirements and process constraints. Our commitment is built on several pillars: premium quality, secure supply, cutting‑edge technologies, long‑term investment in the European market, and transparency.
Ultimately, our contribution goes far beyond supplying materials: we share your technical challenges and work alongside you with the same level of rigour as your own teams.
