SOLSTICE ADVANCED MATERIALS BREAKS GROUND ON $200 MILLION SPOKANE EXPANSION TO DRIVE SEMICONDUCTOR INNOVATION

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Solstice Advanced Materials (NASDAQ: SOLS) broke ground on a $200 million Spokane Valley expansion to double sputtering-target capacity by the end of 2029. The project targets ~25% shorter lead times via automated systems, full product traceability, 100% laser-vision inspection and real-time monitoring. Solstice expects to spend ~$80 million with Washington suppliers, add >80 jobs, enable metal reclamation for circular production and cut CO2 emissions by >300 metric tons/year.

The expansion is positioned to strengthen U.S. supply chains for semiconductor materials and support next-generation logic and memory device production.

Positive

• $200M capital investment announced
• Production capacity expected to double by end of 2029
• Expected 25% reduction in customer lead times
• $80M planned spend with Washington suppliers
• Plans to add >80 new positions
• Estimated CO2 emissions reduction of >300 metric tons/year

Negative

• Multi-year project completion target of end of 2029
• $200M capital outlay may affect near-term cash deployment

Insights

Manufacturing & Supply Chain Analyst

Solstice's SOL S $200M Spokane buildout expands target capacity, shortens lead times, and localizes supply chain by end of 2029.

The project commits $200 million to double sputtering-target capacity in Spokane Valley and strengthen U.S. manufacturing. The plan includes roughly $80 million in Washington supplier spend, over 80 new roles, automated production, digital process integration, and circular-metal reclamation.

Key dependencies and risks include on-time execution and commissioning by end of 2029, effective deployment of automation and digital quality systems, and customer uptake at the higher volume. The stated 25% lead-time reduction and >300 metric ton annual CO2 cut are measurable operational targets tied to these deployments.

Concrete near-term items to watch: construction milestones, hiring cadence for the >80 positions, supplier contracting for the $80 million local spend, and system validation of laser-vision inspections and traceability. Expect material operational readouts and capacity ramp signals through 2026-2029.

State-of-the-art facility is expected to double capacity, reduce lead times by 25%, enable circular production for semiconductor materials and strengthen Solstice's U.S. manufacturing footprint.

MORRIS PLAINS, N.J., Dec. 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Solstice Advanced Materials (NASDAQ: SOLS), a leading pure-play specialty materials company, today announced it has broken ground on a $200 million investment to expand and modernize its electronic materials facility in Spokane Valley, Washington. By the end of 2029, the facility's current production capacity for sputtering targets is expected to double, helping meet growing customer demand amid rapid expansion across the industry.

"This groundbreaking represents more than an investment in our Spokane operations – it's an investment in our customers and in the future of American semiconductor innovation," said Solstice President and CEO David Sewell. "As demand accelerates for artificial intelligence, high-speed computing and connected technologies, we are preparing the Spokane facility to deliver the quality, reliability and scale our customers need to drive innovation. The expansion project underscores our commitment to strengthening supply chain resilience, enhancing production efficiency and driving sustainable manufacturing innovation in this exciting growth market."

The Spokane expansion will play a vital role in enabling the next generation of semiconductor fabrication, providing critical materials needed to produce smaller, faster and more energy-efficient chips. Solstice's sputtering targets are vital for producing high-speed, highly reliable interconnects that power today's most advanced logic and memory devices.

"Our customers are pushing the boundaries of what's possible in chip design, and they depend on partners who can move with the same speed and precision," said Simon Mawson, Senior Vice President and General Manager, Electronic & Specialty Materials at Solstice Advanced Materials. "This expansion is about giving them reliable access to the highest-quality materials, shorter lead times and the confidence that Solstice will be there to support their innovation and growth every step of the way."

The Spokane expansion will also deliver significant benefits to the local community and regional economy. Of the $200 million investment, approximately $80 million is expected to be spent with Washington-based suppliers. In addition, the company plans to add over 80 new positions and make critical investments to upskill technicians.

The introduction of automated production systems is expected to drive productivity gains, enhance quality, improve reliability and reduce lead times for customers by approximately 25%. Advanced digitalization and process integration will enhance the company's operational resilience and ensure the highest levels of precision and consistency. The expansion will introduce 100% laser-vision quality inspections, real-time monitoring, full product traceability and rapid root-cause analysis – all of which are intended to help deliver more reliable and higher-yield output.

Beyond operational excellence, the expansion streamlines production logistics and localizes production, enabling the site's reduction in carbon dioxide emissions by over 300 metric tons per year by the end of the project – comparable to the carbon captured by more than 5,000 tree seedlings grown for a decade¹.

The investment will also enable Solstice to reclaim and reuse metals from used sputtering targets supplied by customers, reducing reliance on virgin materials, conserving energy resources and advancing the goal shared by Solstice and its customers of full product circularity and resource efficiency.

About Solstice Advanced Materials 
Solstice Advanced Materials is a leading global specialty materials company that advances science for smarter outcomes. Solstice offers high-performance solutions that enable critical industries and applications, including refrigerants, semiconductor manufacturing, data center cooling, nuclear power, protective fibers, healthcare packaging and more. Solstice is recognized for developing next-generation materials through some of the industry's most renowned brands such as Solstice^®, Genetron^®, Aclar^®, Spectra^®, Fluka™ and Hydranal™. Partnering with over 3,000 customers across more than 120 countries and territories and supported by a robust portfolio of over 5,700 patents, Solstice's approximately 4,000 employees worldwide drive innovation in materials science.

For more information, visit www.Solstice.com. 

Forward-Looking Statements
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¹ Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Greenhouse Gas Equivalencies Calculator. Calculation based on one metric ton of CO₂ sequestered equaling approximately 16.5 tree seedlings grown for ten years.

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FAQ

What is Solstice (SOLS) investing in Spokane Valley on December 2, 2025?

Solstice announced a $200 million expansion to modernize its Spokane Valley electronic materials facility.

When will Solstice's Spokane capacity double and what will it produce?

Capacity for sputtering targets is expected to double by the end of 2029, supporting materials for advanced logic and memory chips.

How much will Solstice spend with local Washington suppliers for the Spokane expansion?

Approximately $80 million of the investment is expected to be spent with Washington-based suppliers.

How many jobs will Solstice add in Spokane from the expansion?

The company plans to add more than 80 new positions and invest in upskilling technicians.

What operational improvements will reduce lead times for SOLS customers?

Automation, digitalization, 100% laser-vision inspection, real-time monitoring and full traceability aim to cut lead times by about 25%.

Will the Spokane expansion improve sustainability for Solstice (SOLS)?

Yes; the project includes metal reclamation for circular production and targets a CO2 reduction of over 300 metric tons/year.