Carlisle Companies Inc. announced that Nicholas J. Shears will retire as group president of Carlisle Construction Materials LLC after 38 years of service to Carlisle, effective September 30, 2022.

The ChemQuest Technology Institute has entered a three-year agreement to support the growth and validation of Universal Matter’s graphene technology based on sustainable feedstocks.

Shurtape Technologies LLC announced a partnership with Nastro Technologies, a tech startup specializing in asset tracking technology located in San Antonio, Texas.

Henkel Adhesive Technologies strengthens its capabilities for predictive maintenance solutions by investing in Direct-C LTD (Direct-C), Edmonton, Canada.

Brenntag recently announced the expanded distribution agreement with ISCA, a manufacturer and distributor of specialty chemicals, focused on preservatives for several markets in Europe.

The ChemQuest Group Inc. has launched a partnership with Agilis Commerce to address demands for digital channels-to-market serving the chemicals and materials industry, enabling suppliers to grow through added value, agility, and resilience. 

Ashland, Inc. announced it has completed the sale of approximately six acres of land located in Ajax, Canada.

Mark Costa, board chair and CEO, said “He is a strong thought leader who brings strategic thinking, well-honed analytical skills, and a unique blend of operations and commercial perspectives to the boardroom."

The transaction is subject to regulatory approvals and other customary closing conditions and is expected to close in the first half of 2023.

Before sharing some of this issue’s highlights with you, I’d like to relate a bit of personal news. After more than two decades with BNP Media, ASI’s parent company, I’ve decided to step away in order to pursue new opportunities. Though I’m excited about what’s to come for me, this is a bittersweet moment.