Clariant, Sabic merging parts of their materials businesses

View As Webpage | View Archives | Email a Friend

MMMM d, yyyy

News

Clariant and Sabic to merge parts of their materials businesses

A memorandum of understanding signed by the two companies calls for Clariant to combine its additives and high value masterbatches with parts of Sabic's specialties business to create a new joint venture business for high performance materials. » Read More

Chemical distributor Univar buying competitor Nexeo Solutions for $2 billion

But Univar also said that it has hired an external advisor “to evaluate strategic alternatives for Nexeo’s industry-leading plastics business, which may include a potential divestiture of the business.” » Read More

Reconstruction of K show complex reaches halfway point

The halfway point was observed at a topping-out ceremony for the new Hall 1 held on Sept. 14. Both Hall 1 and 2 are being demolished and will be replaced by a larger hall. » Read More

Ravago buys resin distributor Bolcof-Port Polymers

California-based Bolcof’s sales territory includes key accounts in Canada. » Read More

Sponsored Spotlight

ARBURG ALLROUNDER 1120 H

Large and efficient: It’s possible with us! Our ALLROUNDER 1120 H combines electric speed and precision with hydraulic power and dynamics. And with our innovative GESTICA control system, operation is even more intuitive and smarter – this is high-end technology that’s fun to work with!
Download your free copy of the ALLROUNDER 1120 H brochure here.

Special Reports

Ontario firm pops the lid on a new concept in peelable IMLs

Created by Mississauga, Ont.-based packaging design firm KBS Impact Inc., the lids can save container weight – and costs – by using a peelable in-mold label that that acts as a tamper-evident seal. » Read More

Techstar Plastics: Prospering in Port Perry

As they hit a milestone, the owners of rotational molder Techstar Plastics look back on four decades of stress and success. » Read More

EVENTS CALENDAR