17 Jun 2013
Perstorp makes innovative plastic solutions a priority at K Fair 2013
The Perstorp Group, a world leader in specialty chemicals, will be presenting its new plastic raw materials at K Fair, 2013. Considerable investments have been made to ensure we deliver new products that address key issues related to plastic materials, such as sustainability and product safety.
14 Jun 2013
TEN STUDENTS WIN AVERY DENNISON InvEnt ''SPIRIT OF INVENTION'' SCHOLARSHIPS
Shanghai, China (June 14, 2013) - The Avery Dennison Foundation (ADF) has announced the 2013 winners of its annual InvEnt "Spirit of Invention" Scholarship Program. Ten college students demonstrating outstanding innovation practices in science fields were presented with scholarships at an award ceremony held today at Avery Dennison's Neal Research Center in Kunshan.
13 Jun 2013
At K 2013 Songwon the Salient in Additives partner demonstrates its value
Ulsan, Korea - June 5, 2013 - At K 2013 in Düsseldorf, Germany, Songwon (www.songwon.com), the world's second largest supplier of additives to the global polymer industry, will demonstrate that being Salient in Additives has led them to be a prominent and powerful partner that has invested in the ambitions of its stakeholders.
13 Jun 2013
Han Mertens wins Dutch National Chemistry Olympiad 2013
Award ceremony at the Government building, the House of the Provincial Authority in Limburg
SITTARD, The Netherlands, June 13, 2013 - 16 year-old Han Mertens from Malden in the Netherlands, a student at the Stedelijk Gymnasium in Nijmegen, has won the 34th National Chemistry Olympiad (NCO), ahead of around 4000 other participants. Three other competitors also shared in the prizes: Ronen Brilleslijper (JSG. Maimonides, Amsterdam), Christian Böhmer (Tabor College Werenfridus, Hoorn) and Ymro Hoogendoorn (Penta college CSG. Scala, Spijkenisse). The Dutch National Chemistry Olympiad is an annual competition between talented students of chemistry in secondary education from all around the Netherlands. The aim is to raise the profile of chemistry in secondary schools and to foster talent. The finals of the 34th Olympiad took place from 5 to 12 June 2013. SABIC, one of the world leaders in the chemicals sector, hosted the event at its European Headquarters in Limburg, in the south of the Netherlands.
13 Jun 2013
GE Power Conversion Strengthens Position in China with Appointment of New Region Leader
PARIS - June 13, 2013 - GE (NYSE:GE) announced today the appointment of Mr. Bo Liu as President for GE's Power Conversion business in China. Mr. Liu was most recently the Regional Leader for GE Oil & Gas and has more than 15 years experience working for GE.
13 Jun 2013
DSM DYNEEMA WINS COVETED SOLDIER TECHNOLOGY AWARD
The Netherlands, June 13, 2013 - DSM Dyneema today announced that its ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene fiber, branded as Dyneema®, has been named the winner of the Soldier Technology Award's Best Light-Weight Protective Product for the Soldier category. Facing intense competition, Dyneema® - the world's strongest fiber™ - was chosen for its unmatched ballistic performance in body armor combined with its light weight and flexibility for significantly improved personal comfort and mobility. The award was presented to Richard Gunters, Key Account Manager EMEA, at a ceremony at the London Hilton Kensington Hotel on Wednesday evening, June 12.
13 Jun 2013
Clariant Signs Cooperation Agreement to Implement SNG Plant and Catalysts in China
Muttenz, June 13, 2013 - Clariant, a world leader in Specialty Chemicals, today announced that it has signed a long-term cooperation agreement with Wison Engineering Ltd and a subsidiary in Foster Wheeler's Global Engineering and Construction Group, to equip a pilot plant for demonstration of Foster Wheeler's VESTA substitute natural gas (SNG) technology with catalysts of Clariant. The pilot plant will be constructed in China and is planned to go on-stream during 2013.
12 Jun 2013
AVERY DENNISON EXPANDS PRIME FILM PORTFOLIO
MENTOR, Ohio, June 12, 2013 — Avery Dennison Corporation has added four new facestocks with a Bleached Glassine (BG) liner to its Prime Film Portfolio of BOPP films.
