Clariant to acquire remaining share of Ukrainian Catalyst Joint Venture

Muttenz, July 26, 2012 - The Swiss specialty chemicals group Clariant has signed an agreement to acquire the remaining 40 percent share of a joint venture between the Holding company Alvigo AS, based in Tallin/Estonia and Süd-Chemie AG, in the meantime acquired by Clariant AG. The Süd-Chemie Alvigo Catalysts GmbH (SCAC) is a leading producer of syngas catalyst, based in the Ukraine. The signing of the transaction took place at the end of June, closing is subject to merger control approval. The purchase price has not been disclosed.

Clariant Performance Packaging to exhibit and present at CPhI Worldwide in Madrid

Clariant’s active and protective packaging controls moisture and oxygen. (Photo: Clariant)

  • Company will showcase active and protective packaging for moisture and oxygen control
  • Clariant product development expert Valère Logel to present on new solutions for protecting active ingredients from degradation

Clariant launches biofuel of the future

Photographs: Clariant

  • Germany's largest cellulose ethanol plant inaugurated in Straubing
  • CEO Hariolf Kottmann: A milestone in the strategy for sustainable products and processes
  • Federal Minister of Research Annette Schavan: National Research Strategy BioEconomy 2030
  • Biofuel of the future cuts CO2 emissions by 95% without competing with food production

Clariant Oil Services highlights PHASETREAT product line after 50 years of solid performance

  • Clariant's PHASETREAT products have successfully separated emulsified oil and water for more than 50 years
  • Company emphasizes customized solutions, proven to treat a wide variety of crude oils and other applications
  • Products help customers comply with the most stringent environmental regulations and increase profitability

Clariant ColorWorks™ Launches Training Program on Coloring of Plastics

  • Basic and in-depth information on all aspects of color in plastics
  • Content suits product/packaging designers and engineers
  • Four-part program tailored to user requirements

Clariant welcomes Sūd-Chemie employees to the team

  • Employee events at all German sites
  • Country manager Ulrich Ott: From today we are also legally a team

Container Desiccants from Clariant Avoid Losses Due to Moisture as Food Exports Grow

Clariant’s Container Dri® II product line protects goods from moisture and “container rain” during intermodal transport. (Photo: Clariant)

  • Container Dri® II line offers broadest configuration choice of container desiccants
  • Fights “container rain,” protecting cargo across variations in humidity and temperature
  • Patented desiccant formula aggressively absorbs three times its weight in moisture

Hans-Joachim Müller to leave Clariant

Muttenz, June 26, 2012 - Dr. Hans-Joachim Müller, member of the Executive Committee of Clariant, has decided to leave the company on June 30, 2012, for personal reasons. His current responsibilities will be transferred to the other members of the Executive Committee.

Clariant offers sustainability support to India’s emerging markets at Specialty Chemicals Conclave-2012

Dr Alexander Snell. (Photo: Clariant)

  • Clariant Business Heads at FICCI's Second International Conference on Specialty Chemicals
  • Guidance on regulatory issues and trends reflects Clariant's commitment to support customers' sustainability

Clariant launches breakthrough sustainable water repellent technology to outdoor market

Effectlabel Arkophob. (Photographs: Clariant)

  • Launch of one-step-ahead innovation in fluorine-free water repellency
  • Outstandingly efficient and sustainable: Water repellency lasts more than 20 washes. Improves fabric abrasion, tear resistance and sewability
  • Reinforces Clariant's commitment to sustainability as a path to innovation, performance and cost-savings for customers

Clariant with clear strategic targets up to 2015

  • EBITDA margin > 17%
  • Return on invested capital (ROIC) above peer group average
  • More than 70% of total sales from non-cyclical core Business Units
  • Implementation of strategic portfolio activities planned within the next 18 months

Clariant Shows Personal Care Brand Companies Options for More Sustainable Packaging

  • Presenting a portfolio of alternative colors and additives for plastics
  • Reducing material use, while preserving appearance and performance
  • Helping to make environmental responsibility more affordable