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.

“THEY ARE WORTH THE INVESTMENT”

(Pictures courtesy of Andromeda, DYNPR202)The Netherlands, June 27, 2011 - Fish farming plays a key role in providing a sustainable source of protein to the earth’s ever-growing population. Increasing international demand for all types of sea food is driving the aquaculture industry to develop more economic and extensive operations. (Aquaculture encompasses not only fish farming but also farming for shrimps, oyster, seaweed and other species.) This places huge demands on equipment, manpower and materials as well as the environment.

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 LIEFERT EIN TESTSYSTEM FÜR KOMPLETTE FLUGZEUGE AN LUFTFAHRT-FORSCHUNGS- UND TESTZENTRUM IN CHINA (ASRI)

An das ASRI gelieferte Testsysteme von Moog. 
(Foto Moog, MGPR1123)East Aurora, NY, USA, 22. Juni 2011 – Moog Industrial Group, ein Geschäftsbereich der Moog Inc. (NYSE: MOG.A und MOG.B) und führender Anbieter von technologisch anspruchsvollen Lösungen und Produkten für die Testindustrie, hat heute die erfolgreiche Lieferung eines Testsystems für vollständige Flugzeuge an das chinesische Aircraft Strength Research Institute (ASRI) bekannt gegeben. Der Auftrag umfasst ein 192-Kanal-Steuerungssysytem sowie ein 4096-Kanal-Datenerfassungssystem. Der Auftrag ist für das ASRI das größte Projekt der letzten fünf Jahre im Rahmen des Ausbaus seiner Testanlagen und für Moog das bislang wichtigste Geschäft auf dem chinesischen Markt für Luftfahrt-Testsysteme.

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.

ANGELSCHNÜRE MIT DYNEEMA® – GEHEN SIE BLOSS KEINER ANDEREN SCHNUR AN DEN HAKEN!

DyneemaNiederlande, 20. Juni 2011 - DSM Dyneema startet ein neues Lizenzierungsprogramm für seine Marke Dyneema®, damit Angler und Berufsfischer garantierte und gesicherte Qualität erhalten.