Kemira and Rhodia Expand R&D Efforts in Asia

Kemira and Rhodia say they are increasing their R&D efforts in Asia. Kemira today inaugurated its Asian Technology Center in Shanghai, which will help the company keep up with changes in local demand for pulp and paper chemicals. “A strong local presence is necessary because raw materials and [customer] demands vary from country to country,” says Xinshu Wang, head of the Asia Technology Center. Meanwhile, Rhodia today started construction on its R&D center in Shanghai. The center will target Asian markets, particularly in the automotive, electronics, home and...

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