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Evonik makes multi million euro R&D expansion to focus on innovation in China

14-Oct-2011

By Andrew McDougall

Specialty chemicals firm Evonik has strengthened its research and development efforts in Greater China as it looks to boost local innovation, by investing €18m in expanding its centre in Shanghai Xinzhuang.

Unilever to buy 82% of Russian skin care maker as it continues its personal care push

14-Oct-2011

By Andrew McDougall

The Anglo-Dutch giant has acquired 82 per cent of Concern Kalina for around €500m due to its successful brands enhancing presence in an attractive emerging market for Unilever, as well as strengthening its Personal Care portfolio creating a leading...