Clariant concludes divestment of its Water Treatment Business in Latin America to Ecolab

ClariantSão Paulo, April 1, 2015 – Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, has concluded the divestment of its Water Treatment Business located in Brazil, Argentina and Colombia to Ecolab Inc. In Colombia, the transaction will be in effect as soon as it is approved by local regulatory authorities. The negotiation does not include the Oil & Gas / Refinery industry, which continues to be served by Clariant Business Unit Oil and Mining Services, which supplies treatment packages through its Refinery Services business line. This transaction, which began in late 2014, is a result of Cariant portfolio management process, based on its profitable growth strategy. For Ecolab’s Water & Process Services (WPS) division, the acquision expands and strengthens its presence in industrial water treatment market in Latin America.

Clariant in India announces acquisition of Lanxess black pigment preparations portfolio

(From L-R) Jim Easow, Head – Legal Services & Regional Compliance Officer, Clariant Chemicals (India) Ltd, Neelanjan Banerjee, Senior Vice President, BU – AII and Senior Executive Director, Lanxess India, B.L. Gaggar, Executive Director (Finance) & Company Secretary, Clariant Chemicals (India) Ltd, and Sambit Roy, Regional Director – Marketing and Sales (Pigments), Clariant in India, at the signing ceremony held at Clariant in India HQ, Airoli. (Photo: Clariant)Mumbai, March 31, 2015 – Clariant, a world leader in Specialty Chemicals, today announced that it has acquired the black pigment preparations portfolio of Lanxess, located at Nagda, Madhya Pradesh.

Clariant’s Shareholders Approve All Agenda Items

Rudolf Wehrli, Chairman of the Board of Directors, opens the 20th Annual General Meeting of Clariant AG. (Photo: Clariant)Muttenz, March 31, 2015 – 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 459 shareholders and shareholder representatives accounting for 189 451 802 shares or around 57.07 % of the share capital of Clariant.

Clariant Mining Solutions Announces New Global Head of Business, John Gordon

ClariantHouston, TX, March 31, 2015 – Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, announces the appointment of John Gordon as the Global Head of the Business Line Mining Solutions, BU OMS, effective April 1, 2015. Gordon brings more than 15 years of industry experience to his new role at Clariant.

Clariant’s Sustainability Report 2014 is now available

ClariantMuttenz, March 31, 2015 – Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, today published its Sustainability Report 2014. The report is available on http://reports.clariant.com. There is the option to download the document in German and English language. In addition the report can also be ordered as hard copy via the company website.

Milliken showcases Innovation Gallery of problem-solving textiles, performance materials and services at Techtextil 2015

Milliken’s reinforcement fabrics in action on a roof of the new convention center in Grand Rapids, Michigan.
(Photo © 2015 Milliken & Company, all rights reserved, MKTPR001)Spartanburg, SC, USA - Milliken & Company announces its participation in Techtextil 2015, booth B56 in Hall 3.1, featuring an on-site Innovation Gallery and its many textile, performance materials, and services that help solve problems and make the world a better place. The Innovation Gallery will showcase industry-leading products and services that improve health and safety, enhance people's lives, and help make the world more sustainable.

The Latest Innovations and Product Improvements from Pallmann at LIGNA 2015

The latest innovations and product improvements from Pallmann at LIGNA 2015. (Photo: PALLMANN Group, PLMPR032)Zweibrücken, Germany (26 March 2015) - Pallmann, one of the world's leading manufacturers of machines and wood yard systems, will be at LIGNA 2015, the world's leading trade fair for the forestry and woodworking industry, where it will present innovative developments and product improvements.

Milliken presenta PP Ultra Clear per termoformatura all’IPACK-IMA 2015

Milliken presenta Ultra Clear PP all’IPACK-IMA 2015. (Fotografia © 2015 Milliken & Company, tutti i diritti riservati, MKPR127)Gand, Belgio – Milliken, uno dei principali fornitori di additivi per poliolefine presenterà nel suo stand della fiera IPACK-IMA a Milano - G01/Padiglione 14- il PP ad alta trasparenza Ultra Clear chiarificato con la serie Millad® NX™ 8000 per contenitori alimentari.