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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).

Michelman Expands Capacity in Asia-Pacific

The Singapore location will not only serve as an Advanced Manufacturing Site and Technology Center, but also a Regional Logistics hub and Shared Service Center for finance and HR activities.

November 29, 2017

Michelman announced a capacity expansion of its manufacturing facilities.

Dunleary Renamed Terra Firma

Newly hired Dirk Plas is executive vice president, principal expectations.

November 29, 2017

Dunleary Inc. recently announced its new corporate identity, The Terra Firma Co. LLC.

Chemical Activity Barometer Continues to Rise

In November, three of four broad categories continued their climb from the effects of September’s historic storms.

November 28, 2017

The Chemical Activity Barometer (CAB) recently reported that it notched another solid increase over October’s reading both on a three-month moving average (3MMA) basis and an unadjusted basis.

Michelman Donates to United Way

This donation is reportedly a more than 3% increase in from last year.

November 22, 2017

Michelman recently announced donations totaling $163,886 to the United Way of Greater Cincinnati.

VITRO MINERALS: Fillers

November 21, 2017

Crystalline silica-free fillers are available for use in paints, sealants, adhesives, plastics, rubber and concrete.

Clariant Expands Agreement with Palmer Holland

Palmer Holland will reportedly become the sole regional distributor in North America for Clariant’s performance additives, flame retardants, and waxes.

November 20, 2017

Clariant Additives recently announced an expanded partnership with Palmer Holland for the business unit additives in Canada.

Shell Begins Main Construction on Pennsylvania Petrochemicals Complex

This announcement follows the completion of the site preparation and detailed design and engineering work.

November 17, 2017

Shell Chemical Appalachia LLC recently announced the official start of the main construction phase of its petrochemicals complex in Potter Township, Pa.