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    • Univar signs distribution agreement with Koch Membrane Systems, Inc.

      20 June 2011

      Brussels, Belgium – 20th June 2011 – Univar Inc., a leading global chemical distributor, today announced a new distribution agreement with Koch Membrane Systems, Inc. (KMS), to introduce their reverse osmosis (RO) products into Italy.

      Univar will distribute KMS’ range of RO elements which are used in water treatment and reuse. RO membranes are also used to purify seawater so that it can be used as drinking water, removing salt and other substances at a molecular level.

      “Our strong position in the Italian market combined with KMS’ pioneering products gives us confidence that this agreement is a perfect fit,” says Mark Hubbard, Industry Manager EMEA, Water Treatment, Univar. “Water treatment is one of our key strategic sectors and we hope that we will work together in other territories as our relationship grows.”

      “At Univar we are committed to increasing the proportion of sustainable products in our portfolio,” explains Phil Hockaday, SHEQ Director EMEA, Univar. “This distribution agreement fits perfectly with this goal, providing solutions to address today’s water scarcity issues and offering environmental benefits to our consumers and the community.”

      “We are very impressed with Univar, both in terms of its logistical capabilities and its commitment to sustainability which mirrors our own,” says Ian Elson, Senior Vice President and General Manager Europe, Koch Membrane Systems, Inc. “We are pleased to be announcing the distribution agreement with Univar and look forward to developing this relationship in future.”

    • About Univar

      Univar is one of the world’s leading distributors of industrial and specialty chemicals. Univar represents over 2,500 chemical producers and provides its customer base, made up of 80,000 customers, with a full portfolio of products. Univar operates a network of more than 170 distribution facilities throughout North America, Europe, and China. In 2010, Univar reported sales of $7.9 billion. For more information, visit: www.univar.com.

      Operating from 56 distribution centres in 25 countries across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa, Univar’s 2,200 local employees serve more than 28,900 customers in a diverse range of industries including coatings, food, personal care, pharmaceuticals, and other major sectors. To learn more about Univar Europe, please visit: www.univareurope.com.


      About Koch Membrane Systems, Inc.

      For nearly 35 years, KMS has been a world-class developer and manufacturer of innovative filtration systems swerving a global marketplace. Recent innovations, such as the world’s largest commercial reverse osmosis element and large-diameter ultra filtration pressure cartridges, have helped KMS demonstrate its commitment to constantly developing new and market-leading products. To learn more about Koch Membrane Systems, please visit: www.kochmembrane.com.


      For further information, please contact:

      Catherine Lennon
      Communications Director, Europe, Middle East & Africa
      Univar Europe
      T +32 (0) 2 525 05 63
      F +32 (0) 2 520 17 51
      M +32 (0) 478 251 588
      catherine.lennon@univareurope.com

      Julian Rea
      Account Manager, CitySavvy PR
      T + 44 (0) 207 395 1000
      M + 44 (0) 7825 66 3000
      julian@citysavvy.com

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