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Ardian to Become Majority Shareholder of DRT

The proposed transaction values DRT at approximately €1 billion (~ $1.2 billion).

December 7, 2017

Ardian recently announced it has entered into exclusivity with some family shareholders and Tikehau Capital (TKO) to acquire a controlling stake into Les Dérivés Résiniques et Terpéniques (DRT).

ASC Announces Scholarship Program

The ASC Scholarship Program was initiated in memory of Gene Simmons.

December 6, 2017

The Adhesive and Sealant Council (ASC) recently announced a new scholarship program for undergraduate students pursuing a degree in a science-related or business field of study.

Michelman Holds Day of Service

Employees in the U.S., Belgium, Germany, Luxembourg, China, Japan, Singapore and India reportedly gave back to their local communities.

December 6, 2017

Michelman recently held Commitment2Communty Day, the company’s 6th annual global day of service.

Fluoramics Receives NSF International Registration for Three Products

As registered products the three products now appear in the NSF White Book.

December 6, 2017

Fluoramics, Inc. recently announced that three of its leading products, LOX-8 Paste, LOX-8 Grease, and Formula-8, have received registration from the NSF International Guidelines for Nonfood Compounds.

IPC APEX Expo 2018 Program Announced

A free opening keynote will be given by Jared Cohen, founder and director of Google Ideas at Google and now CEO of Jigsaw.

December 5, 2017

IPC APEX Expo 2018 is scheduled to take place February 27-March 1 in San Diego.

allnex Appoints Palmer Holland as Distributor

Palmer Holland’s new territory will comprise all of the Midwest, Southeast, and East Coast regions.

December 4, 2017

allnex recently appointed Palmer Holland as its southeast region distributor.

Butcher Named Pilot CEO and President

Butcher replaces former president Michael Scott.

December 4, 2017

Pilot Chemical Co. recently announced that Pamela Butcher has been named CEO and president.

Toepfer Appointed Covestro CFO

Toepher will take over the position from Patrick Thomas on April 1.

December 1, 2017

Covestro’s Supervisory Board recently announced it has appointed Thomas Toepfer, Ph.D., as the company’s new chief financial officer (CFO).

Global Waterproof Tapes Market to Rise Nearly 7%

Based on adhesive, the silicone segment of the waterproof tapes market is reportedly projected to witness the highest growth during the forecast period.

December 1, 2017

The global waterproof tapes market is estimated at $9.96 billion in 2017 and is projected to reach $13.95 billion by 2022.