- In March 2023, Daqo New Energy Corp. announced the commencement of a new trichlorosilane production plant in China. The plant, with an anticipated annual production capacity of 10,000 metric tons, is set to strengthen the company’s position in the polysilicon manufacturing supply chain
- In February 2023, Hemlock Semiconductor Corporation signed a memorandum of understanding with Sichuan Province's government in China to establish a new trichlorosilane production plant. This facility, expected to have an annual capacity of 5,000 metric tons, represents a strategic expansion in response to increasing global demand
- In January 2023, Wacker Chemie AG inaugurated a new trichlorosilane manufacturing facility in China. The plant is designed to enhance the company's production capacity significantly, with an annual capability of 10,000 metric tons, bolstering its presence in the growing Chinese market for trichlorosilane
- In April 2020, Mitsubishi Chemical Corporation (MCC) acquired Gelest Inc. (US) to enhance its research, development, and production capabilities. This strategic acquisition allowed MCC to integrate Gelest's expertise with its resources, strengthening its operational reach and expanding its customer network within the specialty chemicals market
