Clariant presents pioneering technologies for air pollution control

R. Kumaresan (Head – Industrial and Consumer Specialties, Clariant in India) and Dr Dev Mohan Mohunta (CEO, Commercial Chemical Development Company) inaugurating the stall at ChemProTech India 2015. (Photo: Clariant)Mumbai, April 16, 2015 – Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, showcased Genosorb™, its state-of-the-art technology for gas treatment at ChemProTech India, 2015. This technology adds value to customers by providing sustainable solvent recovery and effective counter air pollution.

Clariant debates sustainable flame retardants for building and construction applications at North American industry workshop

Clariant debates sustainable flame retardants for building and construction applications at North American industry workshop. (Photos: Clariant / Photographer Ralf Baumgarten)Muttenz, April 15, 2015 – Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, is joining major building materials suppliers, architects, regulatory experts and solutions providers this month to discuss latest trends in the building and construction industry affecting flame retardant and building material solutions choices in North America.

Clariant gives formulating with sugar-based surfactants a shake-up with GlucoTain® at in-cosmetics 2015

Appealing sensories and features for different end-applications. (Photo: Clariant)Muttenz, April 14, 2015 – Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, is grabbing the attention of leading Personal Care brands with the four-in-one sensory, mild, performing and sustainable benefits of its GlucoTain® surfactants. The sugar-based and sulfate-free surfactant range – Clariant’s centerpiece at in-cosmetics 2015 – presents innovative solutions for formulators to achieve mild and natural skin and hair care products that clean and indulge the senses.

New and Emerging Chemical Technologies to be Presented by Clariant at the 2015 SPE ISOC

Houston, TX, April 9, 2015 – Clariant, a world leader in Specialty Chemicals, today announced that their Oil Services business will exhibit at and make significant technical contributions at the 2015 SPE International Symposium on Oilfield Chemistry. With emphasis on new and emerging chemical technologies and design for their application, the Symposium will be held at The Woodlands Waterway Marriott Hotel & Convention Center in The Woodlands, Texas, April 13-15, 2015.

Clariant opens new desiccant manufacturing plant in China

Clariant opens new desiccant manufacturing plant in China. (Photo: Clariant)Munich, April 7, 2015 – Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, announces the opening of a new desiccant manufacturing plant at its site in Zhengjiang, China. Clariant will produce its line of Container Dri II® products alongside a full range of desiccant bags at the new facility, extending its existing regional support for the Asian market.

Clariant successfully places EUR 300 million of certificates of indebtedness

Muttenz, April 7, 2015 – Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, announced today the issuance of totally EUR 300 million in the German market for certificates of indebtedness (“Schuldschein”). The four certificates have a term of 5 years (EUR 150 million) respectively 8 years (EUR 150 million) each with fix or float coupons.

Clariant concludes divestment of its Water Treatment Business in Latin America to Ecolab

São Paulo, April 1, 2015 – Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, has concluded the divestment of its Water Treatment Business located in Brazil, Argentina and Colombia to Ecolab Inc. In Colombia, the transaction will be in effect as soon as it is approved by local regulatory authorities. The negotiation does not include the Oil & Gas / Refinery industry, which continues to be served by Clariant Business Unit Oil and Mining Services, which supplies treatment packages through its Refinery Services business line. This transaction, which began in late 2014, is a result of Cariant portfolio management process, based on its profitable growth strategy. For Ecolab’s Water & Process Services (WPS) division, the acquision expands and strengthens its presence in industrial water treatment market in Latin America.

Clariant in India announces acquisition of Lanxess black pigment preparations portfolio

(From L-R) Jim Easow, Head – Legal Services & Regional Compliance Officer, Clariant Chemicals (India) Ltd, Neelanjan Banerjee, Senior Vice President, BU – AII and Senior Executive Director, Lanxess India, B.L. Gaggar, Executive Director (Finance) & Company Secretary, Clariant Chemicals (India) Ltd, and Sambit Roy, Regional Director – Marketing and Sales (Pigments), Clariant in India, at the signing ceremony held at Clariant in India HQ, Airoli. (Photo: Clariant)Mumbai, March 31, 2015 – Clariant, a world leader in Specialty Chemicals, today announced that it has acquired the black pigment preparations portfolio of Lanxess, located at Nagda, Madhya Pradesh.

Clariant’s Shareholders Approve All Agenda Items

Rudolf Wehrli, Chairman of the Board of Directors, opens the 20th Annual General Meeting of Clariant AG. (Photo: Clariant)Muttenz, March 31, 2015 – At today’s Annual General Meeting in Basel, the shareholders of Clariant AG, a world leader in specialty chemicals, approved all agenda items and proposals put forward by the Board of Directors. The meeting was attended by 459 shareholders and shareholder representatives accounting for 189 451 802 shares or around 57.07 % of the share capital of Clariant.

Clariant Mining Solutions Announces New Global Head of Business, John Gordon

Houston, TX, March 31, 2015 – Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, announces the appointment of John Gordon as the Global Head of the Business Line Mining Solutions, BU OMS, effective April 1, 2015. Gordon brings more than 15 years of industry experience to his new role at Clariant.

Clariant’s Sustainability Report 2014 is now available

Muttenz, March 31, 2015 – Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, today published its Sustainability Report 2014. The report is available on http://reports.clariant.com. There is the option to download the document in German and English language. In addition the report can also be ordered as hard copy via the company website.

Clariant inaugurates packaging facility in Dongguan, southeast China

Clariant Healthcare Packaging manufactures a full range of controlled atmosphere packaging solutions. (Photo: Clariant)Muttenz, March 25, 2015 - Clariant, a world leader in Specialty Chemicals, announced the inauguration of a new manufacturing facility, acquired through their recent acquisition of healthcare packaging company VitaPac. The Dongguan plant, located in Guangdong province in southeast China, will enhance Clariant's existing portfolio of controlled atmosphere packaging solutions.