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Making the Uncertain Certain in the Adhesives and Sealants Supply Chain

How supply chains can safeguard against inevitable future uncertainties.

March 6, 2019

The convergence of social and demographic trends, consumer behavior and new technologies like the blockchain, mobility, and various facets of “the cloud” are continually re-shaping mission-critical business areas across industries.

Hill to Succeed Reichard as Maroon Group CEO

Maroon Group LLC recently announced that it has named Terry Hill to succeed Mark E. Reichard as CEO.

March 6, 2019

Mike McKenna will add the role of president to his existing responsibilities as COO of Maroon.

Active Minerals Announces Capacity Expansion

Active Minerals International LLC recently announced that it has begun construction of a new mill at its Gordon, Ga., facility.

March 6, 2019

The facility will reportedly increase existing capacity through the addition of a fifth mill.

Sobchak Hired as Gelest CFO

Gelest Inc. recently announced it has appointed John Sobchak to the newly created position of chief financial officer (CFO).

March 5, 2019

Sobchak previously worked at pharmaceutical ingredient manufacturer AMPAC Fine Chemicals.

DCC LANSCO Announces 50% Capacity Expansion

DCC LANSCO recently announced it is installing a new production line for the manufacture of organic pigments.

February 28, 2019

The expansion will increase capacity by more than 50%.

EVONIK: Matting Agent

February 28, 2019

The silica is intended for use in clear coatings and water- and solvent-based coatings.

Ingevity Elects Two New Board Members

Ingevity Corp. recently announced that its board of directors has elected Karen Narwold and Diane Gulyas as members of the company’s board.

February 27, 2019

Narwold is currently executive vice president, chief administrative officer, general counsel and corporate secretary at Albemarle Corp.

U.S. Chemical Production Starts New Year with Small Gain

The U.S. Chemical Production Regional Index (U.S. CPRI) rose by 0.3% in January.

February 26, 2019

During January, chemical output rose across all regions, with the largest gains in the Gulf Coast region.

H.M. ROYAL: Redesigned Website

February 26, 2019

The site reportedly features easy navigation, a clean interface and the ability to search for products by manufacturer or category.

Lygos Partners with UMass Polymers Center

Lygos Inc., a producer of petroleum-free specialty chemicals, recently announced a new partnership with the Center for University of Massachusetts-Industry Research on Polymers.

February 25, 2019

The partnership aims to develop novel high-value applications for the company’s Bio-Malonic™ acid product line.