Clariant showcases “Sustainability meets Performance” paper solutions at Zellcheming 2012

Clariant showcases “Sustainability meets Performance” paper solutions at Zellcheming 2012. (Photo: Clariant)Muttenz, May 7, 2012 - Clariant presents the paper industry with an extended portfolio of functional and optical performance-enhancers and process chemicals focused on cost-optimization, environmental benefits and high-performance at Zellcheming Expo 2012 (June 26-28, 2012, Wiesbaden, Germany).

Clariant delivers resilient performance

  • First quarter sales up 18% in local currencies and 13% in CHF, driven by acquisitions
  • EBITDA margin before exceptional items at 12.1%, compared to 16.1% in the previous-year period, reflecting the expected soft start to 2012, with lower demand compared to the high basis of the previous year
  • Continuing growth in non-cyclical businesses while cyclical and structurally challenged businesses faced similar trading conditions to Q4 2011, improving towards the end of the quarter
  • Outlook for 2012 confirmed: Clariant expects further sales growth in local currencies and sustained profitability in 2012 as the global economy is expected to strengthen progressively in the course of the year.

Clariant Oil Services to Present Four Papers at SPE Conference in UK

  • Presentations will demonstrate expertise in scale control management, foster dicussion with industry leaders
  • Exhibit will showcase knowledge in integrity management and corrosion control

Clariant Meets Rising Customer Demand for Improved Humidity Protection of Medical Devices

The multilayer pregnancy test cap is molded by Süd-Chemie Performance Packaging and contains its Advanced Desiccant Polymer (ADP®), which protects the strip’s reagents from moisture degradation. (Photo: Clariant)

  • Adsorbent technology is integrated directly into thermoplastics
  • Protects diagnostics and devices from excess humidity over their full shelf life
  • Expands design freedom with a wide range of processing and customization options

Clariant supports sustainability and performance in China's leather and footwear sectors

Visit Clariant at Booth 0110, Hall 11.2, China Import and Export Fair Pazhou Complex, Shoes & Leather Guangzhou 2012, Guangdong. (Photo: Clariant)Muttenz, April 25, 2012 - Functionality-, productivity- and environment-focused products and systems, designed to support sustainability and performance in China's leather and footwear sectors, will be central to Clariant's eye-catching presence at the 22nd Shoes & Leather Guangzhou exhibition (Booth 0110, Hall 11.2, May 30 – June 1, 2012).

Clariant and Schoeller help Under Armour develop new coldblack® sportswear collection

Clariant and Schoeller help Under Armour develop new coldblack® sportswear collection. (Photographs: Under Armour)Muttenz, April 25, 2012 - Clariant, a global leader in specialty chemicals, and Schoeller, a Swiss company specializing in innovative textile technologies, helped US-based sports performance brand Under Armour to develop its latest coldblack® sportswear collection which displays advanced UV protection and reflection. The new collection was launched in March 2012 and is already creating a sensation in the US sports market.

Clariant debuts new generation sustainable lubricant for PVC in Europe

  • New Licocare™ SBW11 TP: effective, low dosage PVC processing innovation
  • Outperforms external lubrication potential of fatty acid esters / complex ester mixtures
  • Reflects Clariant's commitment to meet market demand for sustainable products

Clariant powers Italian plastics processors performance

Muttenz, April 20, 2012 - Clariant puts the needs of Italian plastics processors at the heart of its presence at Plast 2012, as it showcases the latest in sustainability-focused innovations at Booth B / C4 5 Pavilion 9.

Clariant Oil Services to Present at Offshore Technology Conference in Houston

  • Team will present paper at industry-leading conference on May 1
  • Presentation focuses on evaluation and product development for a uniquely applied gas-lift paraffin inhibitor

Clariant Mining Solutions Celebrates Grand Opening of First Mineral Processing Lab in China

The new flotation laboratory is located within Clariant‘s Guangzhou plant. (Photo: Clariant: Jason Wang, Head of BL Mining, Region North Asia Pacific)

  • New mineral processing lab provides regional customers in Asia access to Clariant’s global mining expertise
  • Lab features advanced equipment and is designed to enhance safety

Clariant to Bring Focus on Efficiency and Performance

Shanghai (China), April 10, 2012 - Leading global specialty chemical company Clariant will take part in this year's ChinaPlas exhibition under the theme of "Power your performance". Key products and solutions dedicated to helping its customers achieve better efficiency and thus better performance will be featured by BU Masterbatches, BU Pigments and BU Additives at the show in Shanghai from April 18 – 21.

Clariant powers color choice for 2013

Clariant powers color choice for 2013. (Photo: Clariant)

  • Launch of ColorForward™ 2013 - 7th annual color forecast guide for plastics industry
  • Reinforces Clariant's commitment to maximize customers' efficiency and innovation, across FMCG to fashion sectors