Clariant’s R&D alliance with TUM, MuniCat, relocates to state-of-the-art Catalysis Research Center

The new Catalysis Research Center, and home of MuniCat, at the Technical University of Munich. (Photo: Andreas Heddergott, TUM)Munich, May 9, 2016 – Clariant congratulates the Technical University of Munich (TUM) on the inauguration of a new building for its Catalysis Research Center (CRC). The CRC is home to MuniCat, the Munich catalysis research alliance between TUM and the specialty chemicals company Clariant. Clariant’s Catalysts business unit is a leading global developer and producer of catalysts for industrial processes.

Clariant to feature BeautyForward® trend guide at Indonesian Cosmetic Ingredients exhibition

The four BeautyForward® profile types are setting trends for personal care solutions. (Photo: Clariant)Singapore, May 9, 2016 – Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, is going to take part in the Indonesian Cosmetic Ingredients (ICI) exhibition due to take place in Jakarta International Expo, Indonesia on May 11-13, 2016. Making its debut to the Asian audience will be the BeautyForward® trend guide for personal care through Clariant's extensive industry knowledge and insights. In addition, its locally produced Halal certified range of ingredients will also be highlighted during ICI.

Clariant to present leading line of container desiccants at Indonesia Agro Expo

Container Dri® II desiccant products for protection of cocoa bean shipments in containers. (Photo: Clariant)Singapore, May 1, 2016 – Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, will join the 16th annual Indonesia Agro Expo in Jakarta, Indonesia on May 5th-8th, 2016. As a leader in the cargo desiccant market, Clariant will present the Container Dri®II desiccants to the agricultural, food and beverage industry in the company’s debut on the Agro Expo.

Clariant with a good start into 2016 – improved sales and increased profitability

“Clariant had a good start into the year with solid sales growth and profitability improvement,” said CEO Hariolf Kottmann. “All our business areas performed well in the current mixed global economic environment and significantly expanded their EBITDA margins. This positive development in all business areas was achieved by a positive mix effect in our higher margin Business Areas as well as the first impact of the differentiated business steering in Plastics & Coatings. For 2016, we are on track to achieve our targets despite the continued challenging economic environment.”

Clariant emphasizes major steps to become China Insider at Chinaplas 2016

One Clariant Campus in Shanghai, China. Muttenz/Shanghai, April 27, 2016 – Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, has emphasized the new strategy for Greater China during the Chinaplas press conference. The strategic frame work focuses on five local components – Local Insight, Competitiveness, Empowerment, Innovation and Partnerships – to progress Clariant’s commitment to becoming a true China Insider.

Clariant unveils AddWorks® solutions tailored to China’s flexible packaging industry needs

Shanghai, April 27, 2016 – Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, has launched two AddWorks solutions at Chinaplas 2016 specifically to give the flexible packaging industry in Greater China and South East Asia new options for improving productivity, functionality and sustainability. In addition to their individual advantages, new AddWorks® PKG 902 and AddWorks LXR 408 both can help processors to reduce costs when producing high-quality flexible film for consumer packaging.

Clariant successfully places EUR 300 million of certificates of indebtedness

Muttenz, April 26, 2016 – Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, announced today the issuance of in aggregate EUR 300 million of debt in the German market for certificates of indebtedness (“Schuldschein”). The four certificates have terms of 4.5 years (EUR 156.5 million with a fixed coupon and EUR 55.5 million with a floating coupon), 7 years (EUR 73.5 million with a fixed coupon) and 10 years (EUR 14.5 million with a fixed coupon).

Clariant Healthcare Packaging Expands BCP Program with Desiccants from Chinese Site

Muttenz, April 26, 2016 – Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, and its Healthcare Packaging unit, is launching family of standard desiccant packets from its plant in Dongguan, China. In addition to enabling quick delivery in local markets, the new manufacturing operation can provide critical back up for Clariant’s other global sites, should it ever be required.

Clariant Healthcare Packaging Announces Compliance with New USP Desiccant Rules

Muttenz, April 26, 2016 – Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, and its Healthcare Packaging unit, has been actively supporting the U.S. Pharmacopeial Convention (USP) in development of new standards governing the quality and performance of desiccants placed in pharmaceutical packaging to protect against moisture.

Clariant at Chinaplas 2016: emphasis on local tailored support for Greater China and South East Asia

Shanghai, China, April 25, 2016 – Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, offered Chinaplas 2016 visitors insight into the Value for People its local focus is bringing to the region – from product innovations centered on the specific needs of its plastics processors and product developers, to new on-the-ground investments to progress Clariant’s commitment to becoming a China Insider.

Clariant Presents Creative, Sustainable Packaging Solutions

Muttenz, April 21, 2016 – Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, is exhibiting in Booth D508 at Luxe Pack New York 2016, the premiere show for creative packaging, which is being held May 11 & 12. New products to enhance the appearance of packaging, reduce material use and bottle weight and expand the use of liquid color and additive concentrates are on display. ColorForward 2017, Clariant’s trend analysis and color design tool is also featured.

Clariant’s shareholders approve all agenda items at the Annual General Meeting

Rudolf Wehrli, Chairman of the Board of Directors, opens the 21th Annual General Meeting of Clariant AG. 
(Photo: Clariant)Muttenz, April 21, 2016 – At today’s Annual General Meeting in Basel, the shareholders of Clariant AG, a world leader in specialty chemicals, approved all agenda items and proposals put forward by the Board of Directors. The meeting was attended by 323 shareholders and shareholder representatives accounting for 188 389 574 shares or around 56.75 % of the share capital of Clariant.