The ChemQuest Group Inc. has hired Stephen Chase as senior consultant.

Palmer Holland recently announced it has named Russ Bachman to the position of vice president of Marketing and Gus Munoz as southern region sales manager.

The expansion is reportedly a response to growing regional demand for specialty silicones needed in the textile, paper, household and personal care, and cosmetics industry.

KMG recently announced that Jeff Handelman will join its executive team as senior vice president.

ICE USA, the International Converting Exhibition, recently announced its keynote speakers, industry fundamental workshops, and technical education sessions.

At NASA, Bolden led a nationwide team to advance the mission and goals of the U.S. space program.

BYK recently announced it has completed the acquisition of the plastics additives manufacturer PolyAd Services.

Atlas Material Testing Technology recently announced the opening of a new accelerated laboratory at its German headquarters.

The North American chemical industry, represented by the American Chemistry Council (ACC), Chemical Industry Association of Canada (CIAC), and the Mexican Chemical Industry National Association (ANIQ), recently released a joint statement.

The market is reportedly driven by growing demand of polyurethane in the building and construction industry.