Plastic Colors Will Reflect Changing Times, Clariant ColorForward™ 2012 Predicts

This three-dimensional ColorForward™ presentation folder includes eye-catching graphics and illuminating text, as well as molded samples of the colors and effects. (Photo: Clariant)Muttenz, 28 June 2011 – In 2012, colors that mirror a sense of movement, evolution and surprise – bright, lively, even quirky hues and special effects – can be expected to find a receptive public. So will soft, muted, earthy and organic tones that convey introspection, stability and personal responsibility. If these two trends seem at odds with each other, that may be because confusion and contradiction are also important elements in some of the major societal trends identified in the latest edition of ColorForward™. This trend analysis and color design tool from Clariant Masterbatches is released annually to help plastic product designers and marketing professionals make more informed color choices.

«MERECEN LA INVERSIÓN»

(Foto cortesía de Andromeda)Países Bajos, 27 de junio de 2011 - La acuicultura desempeña un papel fundamental en el suministro de una fuente de proteínas sostenible a una población mundial en constante aumento. La creciente demanda internacional de todo tipo de alimentos procedentes del mar está llevando al sector de la acuicultura a desarrollar operaciones más extensas y económicas. (La acuicultura no sólo cubre el cultivo de peces sino también la cría de gambas, ostras, algas y otras especies). Esto supone unas exigencias muy duras para los equipos, el personal y materiales, además del medio ambiente.

Azelis Appointed as Exclusive Distributor in Greece for National Starch Food Innovation

AzelisAzelis is pleased to announce that from July 1st, it will be the exclusive distributor for leading global functional ingredient supplier National Starch Food Innovation in Greece.

Clariant initiates squeeze-out process for Süd-Chemie

ClariantMuttenz, 24 June 2011 – Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, announced today that it has initiated the squeeze-out procedure to acquire all of the remaining shares of Süd-Chemie AG from minority shareholders according to the German Public Company Act (“Aktiengesetz” § 327a).

MOOG SUPPLIES TEST SYSTEM FOR FULL-SCALE AIRCRAFT TESTS TO AIRCRAFT STRENGTH RESEARCH INSTITUTE (ASRI) OF CHINA

Moog Test Systems supplied to ASRI.
(Photo Moog, MGPR1123)East Aurora, NY, USA, 22 June 2011 – Moog Industrial Group, a division of Moog Inc. (NYSE: MOG.A and MOG.B) and a provider of leading-edge solutions and products for the test industry, announced today that it has successfully delivered an aerospace test system to the Aircraft Strength Research Institute (ASRI) of China for full-scale aircraft tests. The order included a 192-channel control system and a 4096-channel data acquisition system. This order is ASRI’s largest test facility expansion project in the past five years, as well as Moog’s largest win in the Chinese aerospace test market.

Clariant Appoints Hans-Joachim Müller Member of the Executive Committee

ClariantMuttenz, 21 June 2011 – Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, has appointed Dr. Hans-Joachim Müller member of the Executive Committee. He will join the company on July 1, 2011.

Global Market Leader for Hydroquinone (HQ) and monomer stabilizers, Rhodia is increasing its worldwide HQ production capacity to continue satisfying its customers' increasing needs

Rhodia Aroma PerformanceLyon, France, June 21, 2011 ---- Rhodia, world leader on the Hydroquinone and monomer stabilizers market, has decided to step up its worldwide production capacity by 20%, especially in Rhodia Zhenjiang unit (China), between now and 2012 to consistently meet the increasing needs of both its customers and the markets served over the forthcoming years.

FISHING LINES WITH DYNEEMA® – DON’T BE REELED IN BY ANYTHING LESS

DyneemaThe Netherlands, June 20, 2011 - DSM Dyneema is launching a new brand licensing program to offer fishing line quality assurance to anglers and fishermen.