Pharmaceuticals
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16 Feb 2010
Clariant reports progressively improving operating profitability and a strong cash flow during a challenging 2009
• Sales in 2009 down 14% in local currency and 18% in CHF
• Operating income before exceptional items decreased to CHF 270 million in 2009 from CHF 530 million in 2008
• Cash flow from operations improved to CHF 757 million from CHF 391 million in the previous year
• Net debt reduced to CHF 545 million from CHF 1,209 million in 2008
• As part of the ongoing asset network optimization program, further measures are being implemented, affecting production sites in Muttenz (Switzerland), Resende (Brazil) and Thane (India)
• Outlook 2010: Clariant does not foresee a sustainable recovery of the global economy. As a consequence, Clariant expects sales growth in local currencies in the low single-digit range. The operating income margin before exceptionals is expected to rise above 6%. Cash flow from operations will remain strong but below the levels of 2009.
9 Feb 2010
Clariant showcases trusted color and performance materials at MD&M West 2010
Muttenz, February 9, 2010 - Clariant Masterbatches presents the latest in its color and performance-enhancing materials designed to bring cutting-edge functionality and aesthetics to medical devices and pharmaceutical packaging at MD&M West 2010.
Gent, Belgium – 26 November, 2009 – The market for very clear thick-walled bottles and jars that has remained largely untapped by polypropylene is now opening up as the result of a cooperative project between Milliken Chemical, market leader for clarifying agents for polypropylene, and precision blow mould maker ADOP France.
May 7, 2009 - Specialty chemicals expert Clariant launches a new application concept strategy to approach the particular needs of fast-growing personal care market segments. Its concepts for men‘s care and wet wipes apply Clariant‘s expertise, its broad portfolio of innovative skin care and hair care lines, and extensive manufacturing and R&D support, in a focused way to help customers more easily meeting the demands of their sectors.
Borealis’ blow fill and seal (BFS) low density polyethylene (LDPE) products for healthcare packaging are back and taking pride of place among its comprehensive range of Bormed™ dedicated polyolefins at Pharmapack 2009, Stand E11.