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Arkema to Divest PMMA Business to Trinseo

Arkema’s PMMA activity is an integrated business, from the production of methyl methacrylate to polymethyl methacrylate.

December 16, 2020

Arkema recently announced the proposed divestment of its polymethyl methacrylate (PMMA) business to Trinseo for an enterprise value of €1.1 billion (approximately $1.3 billion).

Univar Solutions Expands Distribution Agreement with Solvay Novecare

Univar Solutions is currently Solvay’s largest distributor of surfactants and additives.

December 16, 2020

Univar Solutions Inc. recently announced an expanded distribution agreement with Solvay Group’s Novecare Coatings and Industrial Process Solutions business units to distribute their coatings products in the U.S. and industrial products in the U.S. and Canada.

Environmental Concerns Expected to Help Promote Growth in Global Paints and Coatings Market

Strict environmental regulations, coupled with rising awareness regarding eco-friendly coatings and better alternatives to traditional products, are expected to propel market growth.

December 16, 2020

The global paints and coatings market was estimated to be valued at more than $140 billion in terms of revenue in 2019 and is predicted to grow at a CAGR of 5.4% from 2020-2027.

Avery Dennison Advances Sustainability Initiatives

Avery Dennison received improved scores on its transparency and actions on climate change, water, and forests from the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP).

December 15, 2020

Avery Dennison Corp. recently announced a series of actions that further acknowledge its accelerated sustainability efforts, ending the year with continued progress against its 2025 sustainability goals and recommitting to its role as a sustainability leader within the global value chain.

Applied Products Names Feriancek President and CEO

John Feriancek’s appointment is the culmination of a multi-year succession plan at Applied Products, as Dan Horner and Brian Webb transition from their day-to-day roles with the company.

December 15, 2020

John Feriancek has been named president and CEO of Applied Products, Inc., effective January 1, 2021.

Henkel Names Essick North America President

Steven Essick is a 23-year Henkel veteran who has served in global financial and commercial leadership roles with Henkel across Asia-Pacific, Europe, and North America.

December 14, 2020

Henkel recently announced that Steven Essick has been named its president of the North America region.

Oxiteno Partners with Palmer Holland in U.S. CASE Market

Palmer Holland is responsible for promoting and distributing Oxiteno’s lines of surfactants, coalescents, and additive products into the CASE market throughout the U.S.

December 14, 2020

Oxiteno recently announced its exclusive national agreement with Palmer Holland.

Fedrigoni Acquires Mexico-Based Industrial Papelera Venus

Headquartered in Mexico City, Industrial Papelera Venus has a turnover of approximately $18 million and employs 100 people.

December 11, 2020

Fedrigoni S.p.A. recently announced that it has completed the acquisition of Industrial Papelera Venus, which produces and distributes self-adhesive materials.

Brenntag Signs Distribution Agreement with Elementis Specialties

The affected product lines include rheology modifiers, slip and leveling additives, defoamers, and wetting and dispersing additives.

December 11, 2020

Brenntag Canada Inc., part of the Brenntag Group, has signed an agreement with Elementis Specialties Inc. for distribution in Canada.

Latest 3M Restructuring to Impact 2,900 Positions Worldwide

3M reports that recently announced changes will enable it to be better positioned to take advantage of global market trends in e-commerce, personal safety, health care, automotive electrification, and home improvement.

December 10, 2020

As the global economy shifts in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, 3M recently announced that it is advancing its operating model, streamlining its business, and focusing on global trends where the company will apply science to life in new ways to drive sustainable growth.