Barentz International, a global life science ingredients distributor, announced that it has acquired Viachem, Ltd., a specialty distributor of life science ingredients and specialty chemicals.

Barentz recently announced that it has appointed Andy Henderson its new talent acquisition specialist on the Corporate HR Team. 

Barentz International has announced that it will acquire Unipex, a French distributor of life science ingredients and specialty chemicals. 

Barentz International has acquired Distribuciones Industriales Variadas, S.A. (Divsa), a value-adding distributor of life science ingredients and specialty chemicals in Central America. 

Barentz North America recently announced that it has been granted Gold Level recognition from EcoVadis for its environmental, social, and governance (ESG) program. 

Barentz recently announced that Matt McGraw has been named operations manager for the company’s CASE & Plastics Vertical.

Barentz recently announced that Mike Brennan has joined its team as director of Supply Chain and Logistics for North America.

Before 2020, I always thought it would be fascinating to live through a truly “historic” time. The massive losses of the past year—both human and economic—have cured me of that naïve perspective. However, the continued upheaval has also shown how resilient, supportive, and innovative we can be in the face of multiple crises.

Maroon Group recently announced a new distribution relationship with Innospec, a global manufacturer of performance additives and technically advanced solutions.

Tariffs, trade deals, and acquisitions—oh, my! In response to continued uncertainties resulting from ongoing political tensions and changing market dynamics, raw materials and chemicals suppliers are undertaking a number of strategic initiatives.