Eastman Kelvx® Resin makes high impact debut

Durable and temperature resistant plastic sheet made from Kelvx® resin expands a designer’s options. An unmissable addition to the skyline over Capelle aan den IJssel, near Rotterdam, the Netherlands, is the bright red neon corporate sign on the new regional headquarters of specialty chemicals suppliers Eastman Chemical Company. The sign is not only creating high awareness of the town’s newcomer; it is made from Eastman’s Kelvx® resin, a new member to the Eastman’s Copolyester family and marks the first time this thermoplastic sheeting material has been used for an external signage application in Europe.

Eastman to strengthen Global Copolyester Position

KINGSPORT, Tenn., Feb. 4 , 2004 – With plans to strengthen its leadership position in the global copolyester market, Eastman Chemical Company (NYSE:EMN) today announced it has begun consultation through its subsidiary Eastman UK Limited with the union at its facility in Hartlepool, England, regarding the future of the site.

Eastman Chemical Company Glass Polymer

Eastman has introduced The Glass Polymer™, a value-based alternative to glass. Glass Polymer looks and feels like glass and it offers differentiation on the shop shelf because of its extended design possibilities. Eastman Chemical Company provides a choice for design and creative marketing professionals in the luxury packaging market.

Eastman Sells Accurate Dispersions to Sherwin-Williams

KINGSPORT, Tenn., Dec. 1, 2003 – Eastman Chemical Company (NYSE:EMN) today announced the sale of its Accurate Dispersions’ colorants product lines and related assets to The Sherwin-Williams Company (NYSE:SHW). Terms of the agreement have not been disclosed. This transaction is expected to be neutral to Eastman’s ongoing operating earnings.

A European First – Eastman Kelvx Shining Through the Dark New Headquarters Signage Made From Eastman Chemical Company

Visitors to the Capelle aan den IJssel area cannot miss the large red Eastman sign on top of the company’s new regional headquarters facility. The sign is made of Eastman’s Kelvx resin, the first such use for outdoor signage in Europe. 
 KINGSPORT, Tenn., Nov. 20, 2003 – There is no doubt that Eastman Chemical Company (NYSE: EMN) has set up shop near Rotterdam, The Netherlands. Visitors to the Capelle aan den IJssel area cannot miss the large red Eastman sign on top of the company’s new regional headquarters facility. The sign is made of Eastman’s Kelvx resin, the first such use for outdoor signage in Europe.

U.S. Ambassador Dedicates Eastman’s Regional Headquarters Europe, Middle East and Africa Managed and Supported from New Site

Many of Eastman’s products were used in the construction of the headquarters, The red Eastman logo on the façade of the building is the first use of Kelvx resin for outdoor signage in Europe, and also the Italian designed chairs in the company restaurant on the top floor are made out of Eastman materials. KINGSPORT, Tenn., Nov. 20, 2003 –U.S. Ambassador to the Kingdom of the Netherlands Clifford M. Sobel, dedicated Eastman Chemical Company’s (NYSE: EMN) newly constructed regional headquarters in Capelle aan den IJssel, in ceremonies held today at the new facility near Rotterdam, the Netherlands.

New cosmetics appointment for Eastman Chemical Company

Vincent Gugumus:
Marketing Manager Cosmetics
Eastman Chemical Company
 Eastman Chemical Company has announced the appointment of Vincent Gugumus to the newly created post of Marketing Manager Cosmetics for Eastman in Europe. This appointment is effective immediately.

U.S. Ambassador to Dedicate Eastman’s Regional Headquarters

Eastman Chemical Company’s new regional headquarters in Capelle aan den IJssel KINGSPORT, Tenn., Nov. 17, 2003 – U.S. Ambassador to the Kingdom of the Netherlands Clifford M. Sobel, will dedicate Eastman Chemical Company’s (NYSE: EMN) new regional headquarters in Capelle aan den IJssel, in ceremonies to be held this Thursday, Nov. 20, at the new facility near Rotterdam, The Netherlands. The facility manages and supports Eastman’s operations in Europe, the Middle East and Africa.

Eastman Announces Executive Appointments

KINGSPORT, Tenn., Oct. 29, 2003 – Eastman Chemical Company (NYSE:EMN) today announced two executive appointments. Richard A. Lorraine has been named senior vice president and chief financial officer, effective Dec. 1. Lorraine succeeds James P. Rogers, who will become executive vice president and president of the company’s Eastman Division.

Eastman and Johnson Matthey Partner on Chiral Ligand Marketing

KINGSPORT, Tenn., Oct. 28, 2003 – Eastman Chemical Company (NYSE:EMN) has entered into an agreement with Johnson Matthey Catalysts to collaborate on the marketing of Eastman’s proprietary BoPhoz chiral ligands. The arrangement enables both companies to promote and supply BoPhoz ligands throughout all segments of the chemical industry.

Fakuma Press Kit Eastman Chemical Company

Penatia™, a specialty division of A.T. Cross Company, discovered the perfect material for its new Gelicious™ gel pens that come in a variety of clear and tinted crystal-like barrels with a simple click on/off mechanism. Made of Eastman Chemical Company’s DuraStar® polymer, the pen barrels can withstand temperatures up to 145°F. Plus the pens are chemical resistant to most hand creams, soaps and household detergents—should the pen accidentally make the wash cycle. The polymer had the best toughness and clarity for this application of all the grades of Eastman and other materials. DuraStar polymer goes a lot further in preventing the cracking and splintering that’s typical of most other clear materials. It is also a water-clear polymer that includes a mold release. At Fakuma 2003 (Friedrichshafen, Germany, 14-18 October 2003) Eastman Chemical Company presented the following:

Website Challenge: Is It Glass or The Glass Polymer?

KINGSPORT, Tenn., Sept. 30, 2003 – Eastman Chemical Company’s Glass Polymer Web site (www.theglasspolymer.com) has attracted quite a bit of attention from cosmetic packaging professionals since its introduction in June. Designed to provide designers with a durable, lightweight, yet clear alternative to using traditional glass as a packaging material, the site has been visited by packaging engineers, as well as company CEOs and presidents. Most have requested samples right from the site so they can see for themselves that The Glass Polymer resins look and feel like glass.