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Wacker Announces Several Expansions

The investments in North America reportedly align with Wacker’s overall expansion strategy to add capacity in Europe and in Asia.

December 15, 2017

Wacker Chemical Corp. recently announced it is planning a number of concurrent expansion projects to support regional growth and demand for silicones and silica.

ASC Announces 2018 Board Changes

The Adhesive and Sealant Council (ASC) recently announced that it has re-elected five members of its board of directors for a new three-year term.

December 14, 2017

Elizabeth Keeneth, sales director, North America, at Kraton Chemical, was elected by the board to serve the remainder of Mark Plante’s term.

Covestro Continues Production, Announces Debottlenecking

The company will invest around €200 million (approximately $234.4 million) to increase the cost competitiveness at the site by implementing various measures.

December 13, 2017

Covestro recently announced that it will continue production in Tarragona (Spain) beyond 2020.

RadTech Announces Startup Accelerator

RadLaunch intends to connect technology startups to UV and EB industry leaders.

December 13, 2017

RadTech recently announced the formation of RadLaunch, a technology accelerator intended to support early-stage startups and small businesses.

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).