Evonik Corp.’s coating additives business line has appointed Palmer Holland as its midwest region distributor. The territory includes Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, South Dakota, and Wisconsin.

“With an expanded product portfolio and expertise from three legacy businesses of Evonik and Air Products’ performance material division, the new business line coatings additives is in a fortunate situation to be able to deliver additional value to our coatings and inks customers. As an extension of our sales force, our distribution partners play a critical role in this value delivery,” said John Kennedy, vice president, coating additives Americas. “This new, streamlined distribution network of Evonik’s coating additives business line will help us deliver on this promise with speed, efficiency, and simplicity.”