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Announcement Regarding the Death of Palmer Holland’s Matt Walker Dominates the News

Last week, news from Palmer Holland regarding the death of Matt Walker drew a large amount of reader interest.

Susan Sutton

August 10, 2020

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Bostik Acquisition is Top News

Readers last week were most drawn to Bostik’s planned acquisition of Fixatti.

Susan Sutton

August 3, 2020

We’ve seen a few acquisitions in recent weeks. Does this signal something about the industry?

Ashland to Sell Maleic Anhydride Business to AOC Materials for $100 Million

The transaction is expected to close prior to the end of 2020, contingent on customary regulatory approvals and standard closing conditions.

July 30, 2020

Ashland Global Holdings Inc. recently announced a definitive agreement to sell its maleic anhydride business and manufacturing facility in Neal, W.Va., to AOC Materials LLC for $100 million.

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Meridian Adhesives Acquisition Draws Most Reader Interest

Last week, news from Meridian Adhesives Group regarding its acquisition of E-Chem garnered the most interest from our readers.

Susan Sutton

July 27, 2020

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Bostik to Acquire Adhesive Powder Producer Fixatti

Fixatti operates two sites in Europe and one in China, employs 180 people, and reports sales of some €55 million (approximately $63.1 million).

July 23, 2020

Arkema recently announced its proposed acquisition of Fixatti, a company that produces high-performance thermobonding adhesive powders.

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MAPEI on the Small Screen Leads the News

Readers last week were most interested in HGTV’s incorporation of MAPEI products in one of its shows.

Susan Sutton

July 20, 2020

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Meridian Adhesives Group Acquires E-Chem

E-Chem is reportedly an industry leader in epoxy bridge deck overlays and high friction surface treatment.

July 13, 2020

Meridian Adhesives Group recently announced its acquisition of Albuquerque, N.M.-based E-Chem.

Nouryon Completes Acquisition of J.M. Huber Carboxymethyl Cellulose Business

The transaction will reportedly significantly broaden Nouryon’s portfolio of products in carboxymethyl cellulose, a sustainable, bio-based water-soluble polymer used as a thickener, binder, stabilizer, and film former.

July 7, 2020

Nouryon has completed its previously announced acquisition of the carboxymethyl cellulose (CMC) business of J.M. Huber Corp.