Incident at Aspen Aerogels' East Providence plant; 11 employees treated and released, investigation ongoing

Aspen Aerogels reported an incident on April 8, 2026, at its East Providence manufacturing facility. Eleven employees were taken to medical facilities for evaluation but have all been released. The company has secured the site, is prioritizing employee safety, and is conducting a full investigation with local authorities to determine the cause. Further updates will be provided as the situation develops.