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FMC Corporation named ACC Responsible Care Company of the Year

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Tuesday, June 7, 2022
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PHILADELPHIA, June 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --

Key Points: 
  • FMC Corporation (NYSE: FMC) was honored today by the American Chemistry Council (ACC) as the Responsible Care Company of the Year, an award recognizing FMC for its excellence and leadership in environmental, health, safety and security (EHS&S) performance.
  • It is the fourth time since 2017 that FMC has been named ACC Responsible Care Company of the Year.
  • "I am very proud of our company and pleased to accept the Responsible Care Company of the Year Award on behalf of our more than 6,000 employees who work every day to ensure we deliver products safely and sustainably," said FMC president and CEO Mark Douglas.
  • "This award is an acknowledgement and validation for every FMC employee who invests their time, attention and extra effort into their work.

Eastman Board Chair and CEO Mark J. Costa to be Awarded the 2022 International Palladium Medal

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Thursday, June 2, 2022
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The Socit de Chimie Industrielle will award the 2022 International Palladium Medal to Eastman Board Chair and Chief Executive Officer Mark J. Costa for his contributions to the chemical industry and his leadership in enhancing the international aims and objectives of the Socit de Chimie Industrielle.

Key Points: 
  • The Socit de Chimie Industrielle will award the 2022 International Palladium Medal to Eastman Board Chair and Chief Executive Officer Mark J. Costa for his contributions to the chemical industry and his leadership in enhancing the international aims and objectives of the Socit de Chimie Industrielle.
  • He will receive the award at a dinner in his honor on September 12, 2022, at the New York Hilton Midtown.
  • The International Palladium Medal was established in 1958 and was first presented to Ernest-John Solvay of Belgium in 1961.
  • In 2014, Mark became Board Chair and Chief Executive Officer of Eastman.

Ecovyst Issues 2021 Sustainability Report

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Wednesday, June 1, 2022
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Ecovyst Inc. (NYSE: ECVT) (Ecovyst or the Company) today announced the release of its 2021 Sustainability Report, Growing + Greening: Accelerating Sustainable Product Innovation.

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  • Ecovyst Inc. (NYSE: ECVT) (Ecovyst or the Company) today announced the release of its 2021 Sustainability Report, Growing + Greening: Accelerating Sustainable Product Innovation.
  • It further reflects the progress Ecovyst has made toward achieving the goals established in the Companys inaugural Sustainability report from 2019, released in June 2020.
  • The 2021 Ecovyst Sustainability Report features results against the 2018 established benchmarks and new social responsibility goals for 2025 and 2030.
  • To read the full 2021 Ecovyst Sustainability Report, please go to:
    Please visit our website for more information: https://www.ecovyst.com/sustainability/

IT and Logistics Leader Nicole White Joins Odyssey as its Chief Information Officer

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Thursday, June 2, 2022
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DANBURY, Conn., June 2, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/-- Odyssey Logistics & Technology Corporation (Odyssey), a global leader in logistics and technology solutions, announced that Nicole White has joined the executive team effective June 1, 2022. White, a two-time CIO of the Year award winner, will be responsible for Odyssey's technology strategy and global IT operations. White has extensive experience in supply chain and logistics IT strategy and execution and has provided business-aligned solutions across a variety of global organizations.

Key Points: 
  • DANBURY, Conn., June 2, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/-- Odyssey Logistics & Technology Corporation (Odyssey), a global leader in logistics and technology solutions, announced that Nicole White has joined the executive team effective June 1, 2022.
  • White has extensive experience in supply chain and logistics IT strategy and execution and has provided business-aligned solutions across a variety of global organizations.
  • Prior to joining Odyssey, White served as a VP of Global IT Strategic Projects at XPO Logistics and most recently, as CIO at Redwood Logistics.
  • Odyssey Logistics & Technology Corporation (Odyssey) is a global logistics provider with a freight network exceeding $3B.

Future Of STEM Scholars Initiative Raises More Than $17 Million in Support of STEM Education at HBCUs

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Tuesday, May 31, 2022
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Launched in 2020, FOSSI has raised more than $17 million to fund $40,000 scholarships for over 350 students attending Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs).

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  • Launched in 2020, FOSSI has raised more than $17 million to fund $40,000 scholarships for over 350 students attending Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs).
  • This fall, the program will fund an additional 144 scholarships, bringing the program closer to its goal of 1000 scholarships through 2025.
  • "With an ambitious goal of funding 1000 HBCU students, FOSSI aims to have a significant and meaningful impact on the future workforce.
  • The Future of STEM Scholars Initiative was founded in 2020 by the American Chemistry Council, the American Institute of Chemical Engineers, The Chemours Company, and the HBCU Week Foundation.

World Standards Day Paper Competition Winners Announced

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Thursday, May 19, 2022
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MCLEAN, Va. , May 19, 2022  /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- SES – The Society for Standards Professionals and the U.S. Celebration of World Standards Day Planning Committee will present the award to three parties for winning the World Standards Day Paper Competition today.

Key Points: 
  • SES The Society for Standards Professionals and the U.S. Celebration of World Standards Day Planning Committee will present the award to three parties for winning the World Standards Day Paper Competition on May 19.
  • MCLEAN, Va., May 19, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- SES The Society for Standards Professionals and the U.S. Celebration of World Standards Day Planning Committee will present the award to three parties for winning the World Standards Day Paper Competition today.
  • Mili Washington, Immediate Past President of SES, member of the U.S. Celebration of World Standards Day Planning Committee, and Chair of the World Standards Day Paper Review Task Group reflects: "SES and the World Standards Day Planning Committee are pleased to present the World Standards Day Paper Competition awards to such deserving candidates this year.
  • SES and the U.S. Celebration of World Standards Day Planning Committee look forward to the 2022 World Standards Day Paper Competition and celebration to be held Thursday, October 13, 2022.

Global Handheld Chemical and Metal Detector Market (2022 to 2027) - Surging Need to Improve Airport Security Presents Opportunities

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Wednesday, May 11, 2022
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The global handheld chemical and metal detector market is expected to reach USD 4.1 billion by 2027 from an estimated USD 2.3 billion in 2022, at a CAGR of 12.4% from 2022 to 2027.

Key Points: 
  • The global handheld chemical and metal detector market is expected to reach USD 4.1 billion by 2027 from an estimated USD 2.3 billion in 2022, at a CAGR of 12.4% from 2022 to 2027.
  • The growth of the handheld chemical and metal detector market can also be attributed to the growing number of terrorist and criminal attacks resulting from geopolitical unrest.
  • Owing to these, law enforcement agencies & forensic departments held the largest share of the handheld chemical and metal detector market in 2021.
  • In 2027, North America is projected to hold the largest share of the overall handheld chemical and metal detector market.

The Worldwide Handheld Chemical and Metal Detector Industry is Expected to Reach $4.1 Billion by 2027 - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Friday, May 6, 2022
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The global handheld chemical and metal detector market is expected to reach USD 4.1 billion by 2027 from an estimated USD 2.3 billion in 2022, at a CAGR of 12.4% from 2022 to 2027.

Key Points: 
  • The global handheld chemical and metal detector market is expected to reach USD 4.1 billion by 2027 from an estimated USD 2.3 billion in 2022, at a CAGR of 12.4% from 2022 to 2027.
  • Owing to this, the chemical detection segment accounted for the largest share of the handheld chemical and metal detector market in 2021 and is expected to dominate the market during the forecast period.
  • Owing to these, law enforcement agencies & forensic departments held the largest share of the handheld chemical and metal detector market in 2021.
  • In 2027, North America is projected to hold the largest share of the overall handheld chemical and metal detector market.

Odyssey Logistics & Technology Announces Executive Appointments and Creates Four Business Divisions to Support Synergistic Expansion

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Wednesday, May 4, 2022
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DANBURY, Conn., May 4, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Odyssey Logistics & Technology Corporation ("Odyssey"), a worldwide leader in logistics and technology solutions, announced it has created four new operating divisions comprised of the following supply-chain components: Intermodal, Transport & Warehouse, Freight Forwarding and Managed Services. Given the size and diversity of Odyssey's business structure today, the new division alignment emphasizes the company's value proposition for customers across its global service platform and aligns existing business units across common markets, modes and services.

Key Points: 
  • "By consolidating into operating divisions in market-based modal alignment, Odyssey is uniquely positioned to drive synergy, optimization and organic growth from the bottom up," said Keith Hancock, Chief Executive Officer of Odyssey.
  • "We are creating a combined and concise value proposition that is further enhanced by targeted acquisitions and efficient support structures worldwide."
  • Since its inception, Odyssey has acquired 16 companies that form the basis of its current global service platform.
  • Odyssey Logistics & Technology Corporation (Odyssey) is a global logistics provider with a freight network exceeding $3B.

American Chemistry Council to Hold Press Conference Regarding the Need to Improve Implementation of the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA)

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Tuesday, May 3, 2022
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If the U.S. is to remain a global leader in innovation, TSCA implementation is critical.

Key Points: 
  • If the U.S. is to remain a global leader in innovation, TSCA implementation is critical.
  • Promoting the safe use of the essential products of chemistry is a shared responsibility of manufacturers, the government, and those who use or sell chemical products.
  • Press conference by ACC to discuss the current state of TSCA, its impact on both the American public and the U.S. economy, and solutions to improve TSCA implementation.
  • Hear about six key problems with the EPA's approach to TSCA implementation and six key solutions ACC proposes to get TSCA back on track.