Akzo Nobel topples DSM in sustainability index
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Akzo Nobel was the top ranking chemical firm listed on the annual Dow Jones Sustainability Indexes for 2007, beating DSM which used to hold the top spot for three consecutive years. The indexes benchmark the social, economic and environmental sustainability performance of companies in various fields. Akzo Nobel's performance is discussed.
Publication Name: Speciality Chemicals
Subject: Chemicals, plastics and rubber industries
ISSN: 0262-2262
Year: 2007
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Shanghai noon
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The fourth Chemspec China will take place in Shanghai on November 28-29, 2007, gathering local and foreign exhibitors from the specialty and fine chemicals industries. The event will showcase innovative technologies and capabilities for end-user industries. The new features of Chemspec China are discussed as well.
Publication Name: Speciality Chemicals
Subject: Chemicals, plastics and rubber industries
ISSN: 0262-2262
Year: 2007
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Asia wakes up to protecting IP
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The safety measures applied by chemicals industry in Asia to protect intellectual property are presented.
Publication Name: Speciality Chemicals
Subject: Chemicals, plastics and rubber industries
ISSN: 0262-2262
Year: 2007
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