Borouge awards US$300 million olefins conversion unit contract for Borouge 2 expansion project

BorealisBorouge, a leading provider of innovative, value creating plastics solutions, today awarded a contract worth approximately US$300 million for the construction of a new olefins conversion unit (OCU) to Samsung Engineering for Borouge 2, the major expansion project at the company’s production facilities in Ruwais, Abu Dhabi in the United Arab Emirates.

CHEMTURA NAMES CHRISMAN VP, GLOBAL SALES, POLYMER ADDITIVES

Chemtura Names Mark Chrisman VP, Global Sales, Polymer Additives.Chemtura Corporation (NYSE: CEM) has appointed Mark Chrisman to Vice President, Global Sales, of its Polymer Additives Group. His responsibilities include Plastic Additives, Flame Retardants, and Brominated Performance Products.

ALINGHI DEFENDS AMERICA’S CUP WITH STATE OF THE ART RUNNING RIGGING WITH DYNEEMA® FIBER

DyneemaUrmond (NL), June 13, 2007 –To achieve rigging with minimal stretch, high modulus and low weight, Alinghi worked with DSM Dyneema, the manufacturer of ultra-strong Dyneema® polyethylene fiber, and Gottifredi Maffioli, a leading Italian rope maker. Together, they developed a unique rigging concept that features a core of Dyneema® fiber with high strength at lower weight.

Songwon announces introduction of new products

SONGWONUlsan, Korea, June 12, 2007 – Songwon Industrial Co., Ltd. announced today the introduction of a series of new products, which are specifically designed for the Polyolefins and Compounding markets. The products are commercially available for immediate shipment. Songwon will be showcasing these new products at K 2007.

CHEMTURA NAMES VICE PRESIDENT, INDUSTRIAL LUBRICANTS & GREASES

Chemtura Corporation announced the appointment of John Pannucci to the position of Vice President, Industrial Lubricants & Greases, Performance Specialties.Chemtura Corporation announced the appointment of John Pannucci to the position of Vice President, Industrial Lubricants & Greases, Performance Specialties. He is in charge of marketing and strategic direction for all Chemtura products for industrial applications, such as refrigeration lubes, fire-resistant hydraulic fluids, industrial specialties and greases. The Chemtura portfolio includes the Anderol and Hatco brands, recently acquired from Kaufman Holdings.

New Borealis pipe grade aids long-term water conservation

BorSafe HE3490-LS-H for PE water pressure pipesBorealis, a leading provider of innovative, value creating solutions, has launched BorSafeTM HE3490-LS-H, a new polyethylene (PE) pipe grade for pressure pipes. This new solution expands the durability of PE pipe systems for water distribution by delivering an easy-to-lay response to the tough installation techniques facing installers and utilities today. In addition, it contributes to precious water savings by eliminating leaks and ensuring long-term performance for utilities and consumers. The United Nations calculated that over 2 billion people face water scarcity, making its conservation one of the most urgent global challenges.

CHEMTURA URETHANES ANNOUNCES FOUR NEW APPOINTMENTS

Ian Laskowitz, Application and Design Engineer.Middlebury, CT—Middlebury, CT - Chemtura Corporation (NYSE:CEM) announces the appointment of four new specialists in its Urethanes business.

CHEMTURA NAMES DENNERLEIN VP, URETHANES BUSINESS

Chemtura Corporation named John D. Dennerlein to the position of Vice President, Urethanes Business Unit, Performance Specialties.Chemtura Corporation named John D. Dennerlein to the position of Vice President, Urethanes Business Unit, Performance Specialties. Since joining Chemtura in 1996, Dennerlein has held various positions in sales, marketing and business management in the company’s Petroleum Additives and Urethanes Business Units.