Last checked at 24 Sep 2012 11:19
Elementis Specialties expands manufacturing in North America
London, 24 September 2012 - In response to market demand, Elementis Specialties Inc. is expanding production capacity for specialty rheological additives and dispersants for water-based coatings at an industrial park owned by Bayer MaterialScience LLC in New Martinsville, West Virginia.
Construction is underway and production is scheduled to start in the fourth quarter of 2012.
"We are pleased to expand our presence in West Virginia," said Greg McClatchy, Elementis Specialties president. "The site has easy access to railroads and major highways as well as excellent infrastructure, a skilled workforce and a business-friendly climate. We are looking forward to the opportunities this new location presents for Elementis and for our customers in the coatings industry."
About Elementis Specialties Inc.:
Elementis Specialties Inc. provides innovative rheology control additives that are used to enhance the performance of our customers' products and is part of the Elementis plc group. In 2011, Elementis plc had annual sales of more than $760 million and employed approximately 1,200 people worldwide. The Company has more than 30 locations, including 16 manufacturing sites, in 8 countries. Elementis plc has a premium listing on the UK London Stock Exchange and is a member of the FTSE 250 Index, making it one of the 350 largest companies in the UK by market capitalization, and is also a member of the FTSE4Good Index. Best in class product quality, technical support and customer service are the critical competencies of Elementis Specialties Inc. and provide the platform to deliver value to the coatings, construction, oil field drilling and personal care markets.
For more information about Elementis Specialties Inc. please visit www.elementis.com.Media ContactClare Doyle
+1 609 443 2405
clare.doyle@elementis.com