Rohm and Haas Strengthens its Global Ion Exchange Resins Supply Network

Rohm and Haas CompanyShanghai, China, September 26, 2007 ---- Rohm and Haas’s ion exchange resin facility in China is one of four Rohm and Haas ISO-certified sites expanding operations for a wide range of ion exchange resins manufacture. The expansion complements various developments already underway at the company’s network of ion exchange resin sites in the USA, Europe and Asia.

EUROPORT MARITIME 2007 TO OFFER AN EXTENSIVE AND IMPORTANT CONFERENCE PROGRAM

Europort MaritimeEuroport Maritime 2007, the international exhibition for the international maritime industry, will host three major international conferences alongside the exhibition in November (6th – 9th): CEDA Dredging Days 2007, Maritime Health Conference (new) and the annual IBT meeting. Participants to these conferences will also be making guided tours around Europort Maritime exhibition floor.

Rohm and Haas Launches China-made TinaBaTM 2000

Rohm and Haas CompanyShanghai, China, September 24, 2007 — Rohm and Haas announces the launch of TianBaTM 2000, a new coatings product that has been developed to meet Chinese customers’ needs. This product introduction clearly demonstrates Rohm and Haas’ commitment to provide swift response and innovative products to meet local customers’ needs. TianBaTM 2000 is exhibited to Chinese customers for the first time at the China Roofing and Waterproofing Exhibition on September 24th.

NEW POLYOLEFIN PROCESSING AIDS HEADLINE

Dupont Performance ElastomersAt K 2007, DuPont Performance Elastomers (DPE) will announce the launch of Viton® FreeFlow™ Z110 and Z210 process aids for polyolefins — two important additions to the company’s proprietary Z Technology™ products for plastics masterbatchers and producers of extruded sheet, films and other thin-walled structures — and will celebrate the 50th anniversary of the commercialization of Viton®, which led to the creation of the fluoroelastomers industry. In addition, DPE will showcase Hypalon® chlorosulfonated polyethylene, Neoprene polychloroprene, and Vertex™ seal technology.

AVERY DENNISON INTRODUCES NEW PRODUCTS TO ENABLE CUSTOMERS TO MEET GROWING ENVIRONMENTAL DEMAND

Avery DennisonLeiden, The Netherlands - Avery Dennison announced the introduction of its Forest Steward Council (FSC) and Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification (PEFC) certified Fasson brand labelstock. The Fasson Vellum Extra FSC and MC Primecoat PEFC certified products are guaranteed to have been produced in a sustainable fashion and will enable Avery Dennison’s customers to meet the growing demand for environmentally and socially responsible products.

Borouge Production Company, Abu Dhabi Polymers Ltd (Borouge) appoints new CEO

Mr Abdul Aziz Abdulla Al Hajri, Chief Executive Officer of Abu Dhabi Polymers Co Ltd (Borouge) from October 1, 2007
Borouge today announced the appointment of Mr Abdul Aziz Abdulla Al Hajri as Chief Executive Officer Designate of Abu Dhabi Polymers Co Ltd, the Borouge Production Company. Borouge is a joint venture established in 1998 between Borealis, a leading provider of innovative, value creating plastics solutions, and the Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC).

EMG Expands in China with Opening of Beijing Office

EMG China(Beijing 19th September 2007) – EMG has announced the opening of a branch office in Beijing, China, continuing its expansion across Asia-Pacific and further strengthening its international operations.

EMG Staffs Up New Beijing Office

EMG China(Beijing 19th September 2007) – EMG has announced the first two key appointments for its new branch office in Beijing, China, which will complement its already successful operation in Shanghai.