Brenntag - 2009

11/25/2009
Cognis Ion Transfer Chemicals appoints BSI and BSG as Distributors for the Alamine® and Aliquat® reagents.

This decision is based on the companies’ commitment to increase the value of the service and supply capabilities of these product lines. Cognis believes Brenntag is the ideal partner to fulfill this role. Brenntag’s excellent service reputation, regional strength and presence, highly experienced sales force and convenient stocking locations across the U.S., make them a perfect choice for customers’ Alamine and Aliquat reagent sourcing needs.

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10/16/2009
Brenntag acquires East-Chem Inc.

Effective October 1, 2009, Brenntag, the global leader in chemical distribution, has acquired 100% of the outstanding shares of its former joint venture partner East-Chem Inc.

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09/14/2009
Brenntag names Holland Chief Operating Officer

Brenntag, the global leader in chemical distribution, announced that Steve Holland has been appointed to the newly created position of Chief Operating Officer Brenntag Group effective October 1, 2009.

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08/28/2009
Brenntag Recipients of Wacker "Distributor of the Year" Awards for 2008

Annually Wacker Chemie AG presents "Distributor of the Year" Awards to recognize outstanding results and achievements by their distributor partners.

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08/27/2009
DEF CERTIFICATION COMPLETED AT BRENNTAG

Brenntag North America recently conducted a three week Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) sales certification program with ten participants.

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07/13/2009
Marinova Products Available From Brenntag Specialties

Tasmania, Australia July 13, 2009 - Marinova’s Maritech® brown algae extracts are now available in the U.S. through Brenntag Specialties, Inc., South Plainfield, NJ. These extracts from organic brown seaweed have been shown to offer relief from joint inflammation, as well as immune boosting, anti-aging and skin lightening effects.

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07/02/2009
Brenntag North America to Distribute Textron Natural Oils from Spain

July 2, 2009-Granollers, Spain - GP Textron Inc, Granollers, Spain has awarded North America distribution of their natural oils to Brenntag North America, headquartered in Reading, PA.

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04/27/2009
Exeter Junior High School Student Claims Nationally Recognized Chemistry Competition Title for Pennsylvania

On April 25, 2009 three middle school students from Berks County showed their knowledge of chemistry concepts, important discoveries, and chemical safety awareness at the State level of a nationally acclaimed chemistry competition.

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04/03/2009
Brenntag records strong results for 2008 and enters the Asian market

Brenntag, the global leader in chemical distribution, announces strong results for 2008: With an increase of 11% to the previous year the company recorded external sales of EUR 7.4 billion (USD 10.8 billion). Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization (operating EBITDA) increased by 17%.

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02/24/2009
Sun Chemical Performance Pigments Expands Distribution Relationship with Brenntag Specialties, Inc.

CINCINNATI, OH, USA – February 24, 2009 – Sun Chemical Performance Pigments expanded its distribution relationship with Brenntag Specialties, Inc., a global distributor, as its sales agents for the entire United States.

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02/05/2009
Michael DelliCompagni promoted to Director of Sales / DEF for Brenntag North America

Brenntag is pleased to announce that effective February 1, 2009 Michael DelliCompagni has been promoted to the position of Director of Sales / DEF for Brenntag North America. Brenntag’s DEF (Diesel Exhaust Fluid) division has been created to meet the needs of the diesel engine industry’s commitment to reduce NOx emissions in 2010 and beyond. In his new role, Mike will lead the North American Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) sales force.

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02/04/2009
Brenntag continues expansion in Mexico

Brenntag, the global leader in chemical distribution, demonstrates its ongoing commitment to its long-term growth strategy by announcing today’s acquisition of the chemical distribution assets of Austro Corp, S.A. de C.V., headquartered in Mexico City.

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