Novacap prepares to open new sodium bicarbonate plant in Singapore
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The investment is under the company’s Novacarb subsidiary and will be operated by Novabay Pte Ltd.
Work on the site at Jurong Island began last June.
The plant will have a yearly production capacity of 70,000 metric tons with a potential mid-term capacity of 120,000 metric tons.
"This major investment is in line with Novacap's sustainable organic growth strategy, supported by our shareholders. This will enable us to offer high-quality grades and a strong alternative of Sodium Bicarbonate supply in Asia.
"Singapore is a perfect location and logistic hub to capture the growth and to efficiently serve our customers and targeted markets." said Raymond Sinnah, President of Novabay Pte Ltd and Vice-President of the Novacap Group’s Mineral Specialties division.