25 Jun 2015

Clariant appoints Allen Ferguson to lead the Oil Services Business in Canada

Ferguson brings over 30 years industry management experience
Proven track record in supporting customers, strengthening distribution, developing markets and implementing innovative chemical technologies
Comprehensive knowledge of Canadian oil production chemical and well service additive markets

Houston, TX, June 25, 2015 – Clariant, a world leader in Specialty Chemicals, announced today the appointment of Allen “Al” Ferguson as Clariant Oil Services Manager, Canada. Mr. Ferguson’s impressive background will help serve Clariant’s customers in the production of the worlds’ most difficult oil through Clariant’s specialized application services and best-in-class chemical programs.

“Al brings a wealth of industry experience to Clariant and a proven track record of leadership, spanning over 30 years in key management roles for major oilfield service companies in Canada, the United States, Europe and Russia,” says Doug Hayes, global head of Clariant Oil Services. “His comprehensive knowledge of Canada’s oil production chemical and well service additive markets will help drive Clariant’s committment to safely improve production, reduce operational risk and increase value for our customer’s operations.“

As the head of Clariant Oil Services’ operations in Canada, Ferguson will expand the division’s market presence through the development of innovative speciality chemical technologies, designed to meet the needs of its oil and gas customers. “With an expansive global manufacturing, blending and R&D footprint, Clariant has the breadth and depth of capability to improve customer operations, anywhere across the oil value chain,” says Ferguson. “From exploration to onshore production, Clariant Oil Services is known for delivering innovation and value. I look forward to leading the Canadian operation and delivering sustainable value for our customers.”

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www.clariant.com

Clariant is a globally leading specialty chemicals company, based in Muttenz near Basel/Switzerland. On December 31, 2014 the company employed a total workforce of 17 003. In the financial year 2014, Clariant recorded sales of CHF 6.116 billion for its continuing businesses. The company reports in four business areas: Care Chemicals, Catalysis & Energy, Natural Resources, and Plastics & Coatings. Clariant’s corporate strategy is based on five pillars: increase profitability, reposition portfolio, add value with sustainability, foster innovation and R&D, and intensify growth.

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Clariant Oil Services is a leading provider of chemical technologies and services to the oil, pipeline and refineryindustries. A global business with headquarters in Houston, Texas, Clariant Oil Services is represented in all major oil and gas locations. From deepwater exploration to refining, Clariant Oil Services provides chemical products and services designed to reduce customer costs, decrease operational risks and improve production efficiency.

Clariant Oil Services operates state-of-the-art R&D and applications laboratories in the United States, Scotland, Germany, Brazil and Indonesia, as well as an environmental testing laboratory in Norway. Clariant Oil Services’ industry experience is supported by a dedicated global technical services network, providing a unique position from which to address and resolve customer challenges anywhere in the world, now and in the future.