Solvay publishes first half 2023 figures for SpecialtyCo and EssentialCo

Solvay publishes first half 2023 figures for SpecialtyCo and EssentialCo

Brussels, August 28, 2023 at 6 pm CEST – Solvay today announced that it has published on its website the first half 2023 figures in respect of SpecialtyCo and EssentialCo.

This information is made available in connection with the projected Partial Demerger. More specifically it contains:
- H1 2023 Unaudited Condensed Interim Combined Financial Statements for SpecialtyCo, available here
- H1 2023 Unaudited pro forma Financial Information for EssentialCo, available here

 

Disclaimer
The contemplated separation of Solvay is subject to general market conditions and customary closing conditions, including final approval by the Board of Directors of Solvay SA, consent of certain financing providers and shareholder approval at an extraordinary general meeting, and is expected to be completed in December 2023. There can be no assurance, however, regarding the ultimate timing of the separation or that the separation will actually be completed. Solvay SA and Specialty Holdco Belgium SRL (“SpecialtyCo”) will keep the market informed if and when appropriate.

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