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Sales revenue in the Coatings, Adhesives, Specialty Polymers and Inks (CASPI) division increased by 12%, primarily due to higher selling prices.

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ExxonMobil and TonenGeneral Sekiyu K.K announced they have entered into an agreement that will result in the restructuring of ExxonMobil’s holdings in Japan.

The Adhesive and Sealant Council (ASC) recently announced the promotion of Steve Duren to senior director, Member Services.

OMNOVA Solutions Inc. recently announced that its net sales increased $111.1 million, or 58%, to $301.4 million for the fourth quarter of 2011.

International Paint LLC, an AkzoNobel company, has promoted Brad Berkmeyer to Protective Coatings technical manager, North America.

3M recently reported record fourth quarter sales of $7.1 billion, up 5.7% year-on-year.

Eastman Chemical Co. and Solutia Inc. recently announced that they have entered into a definitive agreement under which Eastman will acquire Solutia.

Ellsworth Adhesives recently announced it has expanded to larger facilities in Tijuana and Guadalajara, Mexico.

Asia-Pacific photovoltaic (PV) markets are expected to continue to surge ahead of expectations, installing 2.8 GW in the second quarter of 2011 and a total of 6 GW in fiscal 2011.