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Straits Times
6 days ago
- Business
- Straits Times
American specialty chemicals firm Lubrizol expands in Singapore with launch of innovation centre
Find out what's new on ST website and app. The launch of the innovation center, among other specialty chemicals investments, is expected to create jobs in Singapore. SINGAPORE — From skincare product ingredients to the lubricant additives used in vehicle engines, American company Lubrizol Corporation's specialty chemicals are found in many everyday items. Now, the Berkshire Hathaway subsidiary, which first entered Singapore in 1984, is expanding its research and development (R&D) capabilities here with the launch of its new South-east Asia Innovation Centre on July 23. Spanning 15,000 sq m over multiple floors, this new centre in Jurong features immersive experience zones, virtual reality display, and dedicated spaces for technical training and knowledge sharing. The advanced laboratories in the facility will be used by scientists and product developers for R&D, allowing them to design and test solutions for customers across a wide range of industries ranging from mobility, infrastructure to beauty and personal care. The innovation centre adds to Lubrizol's existing administration office and manufacturing plant in the vicinity. 'Singapore plays a pivotal role in our global innovation network because of its robust R&D ecosystem and unique environment that enables innovation to thrive,' said president and chief executive of Lubrizol Corporation, Ms Rebecca Liebert. Headquartered in the US, Lubrizol has over 100 manufacturing facilities, sales and technical offices globally. It employs more than 7,000 people, with over 800 employees in the Asia-Pacific region. Top stories Swipe. Select. Stay informed. Singapore Singapore's domestic recycling rate drops to all-time low of 11% Singapore Sota parent portal taken down for urgent patching following global cyberattack alerts Singapore HDB launches 10,209 BTO and balance flats, as priority scheme for singles kicks in Singapore Five teens arrested for threatening boy with knife, 2 charged with causing hurt Singapore Local buyers are key to recovery of prime district condo market Singapore Ex-Tanjong Pagar United footballer charged with assault after Singapore Premier League match in Feb Singapore COE prices for cars mostly unchanged; premium for commercial vehicles up 2.9% Singapore Cyclist charged after allegedly hitting elderly pedestrian, killing him While the company declined to share its current staff strength in Singapore, more R&D jobs are expected to be created with the launch of the new innovation centre, said Mr Paul Nai, managing director of Lubrizol South-east Asia. The launch of the centre is supported by the Economic Development Board (EDB). Lubrizol is expected to sign an agreement with the EDB as it commits to grow its activities in the region over the next five years. 'The energy and chemicals industry is a key pillar of Singapore's economy, with the specialty chemicals segment emerging as a key engine of growth and job creation in recent years,' said Mr Lim Wey-Len, EDB's executive vice-president . 'This growth is driven by global trends such as the shift towards sustainability, rising demand for high-performance materials across end markets like electronics, automotive and personal care, and the increasing importance of Asia as a manufacturing and innovation hub,' he added. Mr Lim said the investments in the specialty chemicals sector over the past two years are expected to create at least 400 jobs in the coming years. Ms Rebecca Liebert, Lubrizol Corporation's president and CEO (third from right) and Mr Henry Liu, Lubrizol SEA's VP for Asia Pacific (third from left) unveiled a plaque at company's new innovation centre. PHOTO: LUBRIZOL These include roles in manufacturing operations, R&D and innovation, process engineering, sustainability, and corporate functions for both fresh graduates and experienced hires, he added. Mr Samuel Tung, 28, an account manager with Lubrizol South-east Asia, said he decided to pursue a career in the specialty chemicals sector upon graduation, so he can witness first-hand how science can be translated into real-life solutions. Ms Jolyn Thang, 29, who works as a technical service scientist with the company , said she sees strong career growth opportunities in this sector, as the rise of Korean and Japanese beauty trends has driven demand for a wider variety of beauty products.
CNBC
05-05-2025
- Business
- CNBC
Lubrizol CEO discusses new product innovations at the 2025 Berkshire Hathaway annual meeting
Lubrizol CEO Rebecca Liebert speaks with Warren Buffett, Greg Abel and Becky Quick from the floor of Berkshire Hathaway's Annual Meeting about their new product launches and the impact of tariffs.
Yahoo
01-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Corteva upgraded to Buy at Argus on improving fundamentals, stabilizing prices
As previously reported before the open, Argus upgraded Corteva (CTVA) to Buy from Hold with a $69 price target Farmers are increasingly willing to invest in technology to improve yields, further benefiting Corteva volumes, and management expects gains to be supported by strong demand, partly offset by continued price pressures, says the analyst, who likes the company's combination of improving fundamentals and stabilizing prices. Discover the latest stocks recommended by top Wall Street analysts, all in one place with Analyst Top Stocks. Make smarter investments with weekly expert stock picks from the Smart Investor Newsletter. Published first on TheFly – the ultimate source for real-time, market-moving breaking financial news. Try Now>> See today's best-performing stocks on TipRanks >> Read More on CTVA: Disclaimer & DisclosureReport an Issue Corteva upgraded to Buy from Hold at Argus Corteva Positioned for Growth: Buy Rating Affirmed Amid Favorable Market Conditions and Strong Seed Portfolio Corteva initiated with a Buy at Goldman Sachs Corteva downgraded to Negative from Mixed view at BWG Global Corteva Board Member Rebecca Liebert Resigns Sign in to access your portfolio
Yahoo
19-02-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Rebecca Liebert nominated to Dow's Board of Directors
MIDLAND, Mich., Feb. 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Dow (NYSE: DOW) today announced its Board of Directors has nominated Rebecca Liebert, president and chief executive officer of The Lubrizol Corporation, a Berkshire Hathaway company, to stand for election at the Company's Annual Meeting of Stockholders on April 10, 2025. All other incumbent directors have also been nominated for election at the Annual Meeting. With more than two decades of experience leading global organizations in the chemicals sector, Ms. Liebert brings deep industry expertise and a proven track record of driving large-scale operational excellence. As president and chief executive officer at Lubrizol and across previous positions as executive vice president at PPG Industries and president and CEO of Honeywell UOP, Ms. Liebert has successfully spearheaded initiatives to advance sustainable, science-based innovations to service customers. She is a strong industry advocate, serving on the Board of the American Chemistry Council, and as an elected member of the National Academy of Engineering. "Rebecca is a highly regarded industry leader with hands-on experience driving growth and value creation in today's dynamic global business environment," said Jim Fitterling, Dow chair and CEO. "Her strong knowledge of the sector and unique blend of technical and operational acumen make her a valuable addition to Dow's talented Board of Directors." Ms. Liebert's nomination to Dow's Board of Directors aligns with the Company's focus on Board succession planning and refreshment, particularly by incorporating the key perspective of experienced public company senior executives and active CEOs within the materials science industry. If elected to Dow's Board, she will strengthen the Board's mix of skills and perspectives and help ensure Dow is well-positioned to compete, innovate and deliver for all its stakeholders. Dow's Board regularly evaluates its composition of directors to ensure a balanced mix of qualifications, expertise, and viewpoints to best oversee the long-term strategy of the Company. The Board is also comprised of a strong balance of newer and longer serving directors, with an average board tenure of seven years. The Board will announce updates to committee assignments following the Annual Meeting. Dow's corporate governance guidelines and a complete list of Dow's Board, committee assignments and other corporate governance information can be found on the Corporate Governance website. About DowDow (NYSE: DOW) is one of the world's leading materials science companies, serving customers in high-growth markets such as packaging, infrastructure, mobility and consumer applications. Our global breadth, asset integration and scale, focused innovation, leading business positions and commitment to sustainability enable us to achieve profitable growth and help deliver a sustainable future. We operate manufacturing sites in 30 countries and employ approximately 36,000 people. Dow delivered sales of approximately $43 billion in 2024. References to Dow or the Company mean Dow Inc. and its subsidiaries. Learn more about us and our ambition to be the most innovative, customer-centric, inclusive and sustainable materials science company in the world by visiting For further information, please contact: Rachelle Schikorra ryschikorra@ X: Facebook: LinkedIn: Instagram: View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE The Dow Chemical Company
