National Association of Chemical Distributors (NACD) President and CEO Eric R. Byer applauded efforts by the U.S. House of Representatives to avert a freight rail strike, while supporting workers’ call for paid sick leave, and urged the Senate to approve the full package of legislation.

The election was held during NACD’s Annual Meeting, an annual chemical distribution industry event. Members of the executive committee will serve two-year terms, the directors-at-large will hold their positions for three years, and the regional directors-at-large will hold their positions for either two- or three-year terms.

Dow has selected AB Specialty Silicones as an authorized distributor in the United States and Canada to support the company’s business growth of OH functional silicone polymers in the elastomeric roof coating (ERC) market.

Evonik is working with two new partners to distribute the group's high-performance polymers.

The National Association of Chemical Distributors (NACD) submitted comments to the EPA urging the agency to reconsider its proposed changes to the Risk Management Plan rule.

IMCD Group, a distributor of specialty chemicals and ingredients, has appointed a new president of its U.S. operations, effective November 1, 2022.

The Bodo Möller Chemie Group has created a new position within the company as it implements its digitalization strategy.

The Bodo Möller Chemie Group has acquired a Portuguese distributor, expanding its own branch network on the Iberian Peninsula.

Scott Bader has announced an agreement on a partnership expansion in Scandinavia.

The German Bodo Möller Chemie Group announced its merger with a Spanish adhesives specialist, expanding its business in Spain and Portugal, and enlarging its adhesive expertise in industrial applications in the area.