Arkema Strengthens Its Range of Solutions for Next-Generation Batteries With the Acquisition of a Majority Stake in Proionic

COLOMBES, France--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Regulatory News: Arkema (Paris:AKE) has signed an agreement to acquire a majority stake of nearly 78% in Proionic, a leading start-up in the production and development of ionic liquids, which are key components for the next generation of lithium-ion batteries. With this acquisition, Arkema completes its broad range of solutions and consolidates its position as a key player in materials regardless of battery technologies. Founded by Dr. Roland Kalb in 2004 in G