Raw Materials and Chemicals

Shimadzu and Restek Announce Distribution Agreement

Under the terms of this agreement, SSI will promote and sell Restek consumables throughout its geographic territory.

December 11, 2017

Shimadzu Scientific Instruments (SSI) and Restek Corp. recently announced a partnership that enables the sales of Restek consumables by SSI.

Ingevity to Open Auto Testing Facility in China

The $2.5-million facility will be co-located with Ingevity’s existing manufacturing plant in Zhuhai city.

December 7, 2017

Ingevity Corp. recently announced that it will open a new automotive applications testing facility in Zhuhai, China.

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).

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.

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).

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.