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Evonik Acquiring Porocel for $210 Million

In a move designed to boost its catalyst business, Evonik will pay $210 million to acquire the Porocel Group, a US technology provider based in Houston, Texas. The transaction, to be financed out of Evonik's “strong cash position,” is due to close by the end of 2020 subject to regulatory approval.

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The State of the US Specialty Chemicals Industry
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