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Birla Carbon Scholars Program Promotes Science and Mathematics at Kennesaw State University

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Birla Carbon Scholars Program Promotes Science and Mathematics at Kennesaw State University

 

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Atlanta, September 7, 2016

On August 30, 2016, 10 students from Kennesaw State University (KSU) in Georgia were awarded Birla Carbon sponsored scholarships for their outstanding research in various fields of science and mathematics.

“The Birla Carbon Scholars program at KSU has been a successful initiative towards promoting research and education by Birla Carbon. In its third year, we hope to see the program continue to support students who are keen to discover solutions that will positively impact our society and communities at large” said Tim Fedrigon, Chief Human Resource Officer at Birla Carbon.

Students actively engaged as collaborators on projects ranging from methods that could potentially yield nanowires, to the use of bioinformatics to detect more accurately E. coli or salmonella contamination in packaged foods, to the remediation of soils contaminated during the Fukushima nuclear catastrophe in Japan as part of their projects.

Katerina Slavicinskawas was declared winner of the Birla Carbon Scholars program for her project examining a mineral found in meteorites called schreibersite using infrared light to find traces of phosphate groups,. Her research project won the Top Poster Award at the Birla Carbon Symposium held on August 25, 2016. The University’s, College of Science and Mathematics, officially recognized all 10 new 2016 Birla Carbon Scholars at the event.

Nearly 100 students, faculty, staff and Birla Carbon executives reviewed the posters on display in the KSU Center.

The event marked the third year of a five-year partnership between KSU and Birla Carbon, which has allowed the College’s 10 Birla Carbon Scholars to participate in summer research opportunities.

The scholars program was developed in April 2014 with a $250,000 pledge from Birla Carbon for a five-year annual gift of $50,000 to support research opportunities for students in Kennesaw State’s College of Science and Mathematics. The program has awarded 30 Kennesaw State students each a $4,000 stipend since 2014.

Kennesaw State University is the third-largest university in Georgia, offering nearly 150 undergraduate, graduate and doctoral degrees. A member of the University System of Georgia, Kennesaw State is a comprehensive university with more than 33,000 students from over 130 countries.

About Birla Carbon
Birla Carbon is one of the world’s largest manufacturers and suppliers of high quality Carbon Black and a flagship business of the US$ 41 billion Aditya Birla Group. The Company’s footprint extends across 12 countries with 17 manufacturing facilities. Birla Carbon provides a complete portfolio of products across ASTM grades and specialty blacks to meet the specific end requirements across Tires, Rubber, Plastics, Coatings, Inks and other niche industries. Birla Carbon has two state-of-the art technology centers at Marietta (USA) and Taloja (India), besides well-equipped laboratories across its manufacturing units providing for continuous R&D. As an ardent practitioner of sustainable development, Birla Carbon’s Sustainable Operational Excellence (SOE) strategy focuses on employee safety, environmental stewardship, efficient use of carbon sources and conducting operations in a socially and ethically responsible manner.

About The Aditya Birla Group
A US $41 billion (Rs 2,50,000 crore) corporation, the Aditya Birla Group is in the League of Fortune 500. Anchored by an extraordinary force of over 120,000 employees, belonging to 42 nationalities. Over 50 per cent of its revenues flow from its overseas operations spanning 36 countries. The Aditya Birla Group has been ranked fourth in the world and first in Asia Pacific in the ‘Top Companies for Leaders’ study 2011, conducted by Aon Hewitt, Fortune Magazine and RBL (a strategic HR and leadership Advisory firm). The Group has topped the Nielsen’s Corporate Image Monitor 2014-15 and emerged as the Number one corporate, the ‘Best in Class’, for the third consecutive year.

For more information, visit: www.birlacarbon.com

Contact us at – birlacarbon.communications@adityabirla.com

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Birla Carbon Awarded Gold Rating by EcoVadis for Sustainability

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Birla Carbon Awarded Gold Rating by EcoVadis for Sustainability

 

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  • Birla Carbon’s rating is the highest one given by EcoVadis and places Birla Carbon in the top tier among companies worldwide for its sustainability profile
  • Recognized among top 1% of suppliers in the manufacture of other non-metallic mineral products for its fair business practices

Atlanta/Mumbai, September 1, 2016

Birla Carbon, one of the world’s largest carbon black producers, has been awarded a Gold Recognition Level in sustainability performance pursuant to the survey conducted by EcoVadis. The survey further goes on to place Birla Carbon among the top 2% of all performers in the survey.

EcoVadis based its findings on the Company’s fourth sustainability report titled ‘Maximizing our Potential Through Sustainable Operational Excellence’ for its analysis. The report focusses on Birla Carbon’s Sustainable Operational Excellence (SOE) strategy driving sustainable business growth. EcoVadis recognized Birla Carbon as being part of the top 3% in its industry sector (manufacture of other non-metallic mineral products) and have also acknowledged it in the top 4% in the same category for its fair and effective labour practices.

The report is available at www.sustainability.birlacarbon.com/.

Commenting on this achievement, Dr. Santrupt Misra, Chief Executive Officer, Birla Carbon said, “At Birla Carbon we look at sustainability as a means of maximizing potential more than minimizing risks. It is a proud moment for us to be recognized by EcoVadis for the results that we have achieved. This recognition is a further validation for the direction that we are taking as a Company and the collective commitment of all our employees towards sustainability.” He further added, “This Gold Rating from EcoVadis will further strengthen the conviction of our partners and customers about our long term sustainability and commitment.”

 Joe Gaynor, Chief Sustainability Officer, Birla Carbon said, “This is yet another outstanding international recognition of our continued commitment to sustainability. Birla Carbon continues to monitor and assess its environmental impact and adapt to the planetary and social megatrends coming our way so as to ensure that we maximize any resources that we apply and minimize any negative impact to the environment, our employees, and the communities in which we operate. This is all consistent with our vision to be the most respected, dynamic and sustainable global carbon black business.”

EcoVadis is a collaborative platform enabling companies to monitor the sustainable performance of their suppliers. EcoVadis uses their unique CSR assessment system with a methodology covering 150 purchasing categories, 110 countries, and 21 CSR indicators. The system analyses and evaluates company performance over 4 major categories, i.e. Environment, Labour Practices & Human Rights, Fair Business Practices and Sustainable Procurement. More than 20,000 companies use EcoVadis to reduce risk, drive innovation and foster transparency and trust between trading partners.

For the full rating please visit – www.ecovadis.com

About Birla Carbon
Birla Carbon is one of the world’s largest manufacturers and suppliers of high quality Carbon Black and a flagship business of the US$ 41 billion Aditya Birla Group. The Company’s footprint extends across 12 countries with 17 manufacturing facilities. Birla Carbon provides a complete portfolio of products across ASTM grades and specialty blacks to meet the specific end requirements across Tires, Rubber, Plastics, Coatings, Inks and other niche industries. Birla Carbon has two state-of-the art technology centers at Marietta (USA) and Taloja (India), besides well-equipped laboratories across its manufacturing units providing for continuous R&D. As an ardent practitioner of sustainable development, Birla Carbon’s Sustainable Operational Excellence (SOE) strategy focuses on employee safety, environmental stewardship, efficient use of carbon sources and conducting operations in a socially and ethically responsible manner.

About The Aditya Birla Group
A US $41 billion (Rs 2,50,000 crore) corporation, the Aditya Birla Group is in the League of Fortune 500. Anchored by an extraordinary force of over 120,000 employees, belonging to 42 nationalities. Over 50 per cent of its revenues flow from its overseas operations spanning 36 countries.

The Aditya Birla Group has been ranked fourth in the world and first in Asia Pacific in the ‘Top Companies for Leaders’ study 2011, conducted by Aon Hewitt, Fortune Magazine and RBL (a strategic HR and leadership Advisory firm). The Group has topped the Nielsen’s Corporate Image Monitor 2014-15 and emerged as the Number one corporate, the ‘Best in Class’, for the third consecutive year.

For more information, visit: www.birlacarbon.com

Contact us at – birlacarbon.communications@adityabirla.com

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Birla Carbon Announces Release of Its Fourth Sustainability Report 2016

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Birla Carbon Announces Release of Its Fourth Sustainability Report 2016

 

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  • Fourth consecutive report released since 2013
  • Sustainable Operational Excellence driving the business vision
  • Comprehensive Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) G4 data included
  • Second consecutive online report

Atlanta/Mumbai, June 22, 2016

Birla Carbon, one of the world’s largest carbon black producers, announced the release of its fourth Sustainability Report. The report titled, ‘Maximizing our Potential through Sustainable Operational Excellence’, focusses on Birla Carbon’s Sustainable Operational Excellence (SOE) strategy driving sustainable business growth. The report is again a digital only release with no copies printed for distribution or circulation. The report is available at www.sustainability.birlacarbon.com/.

Sharing his thoughts at the release of the report, Dr Santrupt Misra, Chief Executive Officer, Birla Carbon said, “The importance that Birla Carbon places on sustainability is signified by its presence as an integral part of our stated vision, which is ‘to be the most respected, dynamic and sustainable global carbon black business.’ Sustainability is no longer just about minimizing our risks – it is about maximizing our potential.” He further added, “Birla Carbon was the first business in the Aditya Birla Group to establish the role of Chief Sustainability Officer, who drives the sustainability agenda at Birla Carbon. Similarly, Birla Carbon has been the first in its sector to passionately formulate a sustainability agenda.”

Joe Gaynor, Chief Sustainability Officer, Birla Carbon said, “At Birla Carbon we are committed to remembering our past and building our future. Sustainability is a journey for us all and as we proceed on our path to sustainable operations, we are constantly learning and sharing what we learn.” He further added, “One of the most rewarding aspects of this journey has been the opportunity to engage with our customers in new and interesting ways. Together, we are developing mutually beneficial approaches to problems that can have a major impact on our shared world.”

The report is divided into six key focus areas, namely; Governance and Ethics, Product Responsibility, Environment, Customers and Suppliers, People, and Communities. Each of these areas elaborates Birla Carbon’s journey on how it is achieving SOE.

The report is also in accordance with the international standards of the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) G4 sustainability reporting guidelines at comprehensive level with comparisons and goals for each reporting segment.

Feedback on the report is welcome at birlacarbon.sustainability@adityabirla.com

 About The Aditya Birla Group
A US $41 billion (Rs 2,50,000 crore) corporation, the Aditya Birla Group is in the League of Fortune 500. Anchored by an extraordinary force of over 120,000 employees, belonging to 42 nationalities. Over 50 per cent of its revenues flow from its overseas operations spanning 36 countries.

The Aditya Birla Group has been ranked fourth in the world and first in Asia Pacific in the ‘Top Companies for Leaders’ study 2011, conducted by Aon Hewitt, Fortune Magazine and RBL (a strategic HR and leadership Advisory firm). The Group has topped the Nielsen’s Corporate Image Monitor 2014-15 and emerged as the Number one corporate, the ‘Best in Class’, for the third consecutive year.

About Birla Carbon
Birla Carbon is one of the world’s largest manufacturers and suppliers of high quality Carbon Black and a flagship business of the US$ 41 billion Aditya Birla Group. The Company’s footprint extends across 13 countries with 17 manufacturing facilities. Birla Carbon provides a complete portfolio of products across ASTM grades and specialty blacks to meet the specific end requirements across Tires, Rubber, Plastics, Coatings, Inks and other niche industries. Birla Carbon has two state-of-the art technology centers at Marietta (USA) and Taloja (India), besides well-equipped laboratories across its manufacturing units providing for continuous R&D. As an ardent practitioner of sustainable development, Birla Carbon’s Sustainable Operational Excellence (SOE) strategy focuses on employee safety, environmental stewardship, efficient use of carbon sources and a key focus on conducting operations in a socially and ethically responsible manner.

For more information, visit: www.birlacarbon.com

Contact us at – birlacarbon.communications@adityabirla.com

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Birla Carbon Announces Restructuring of Europe & Africa Region

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Birla Carbon Announces Restructuring of Europe & Africa Region

 

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Marietta, GA, USA, March 18, 2016

Birla Carbon announces plans to restructure operations in the Europe & Africa Region.  The plan includes the proposed closure of the Hannover, Germany plant; permanent closure of one production line in the Alexandria, Egypt plant; and a significant reduction of regional corporate personnel.

“We continually evaluate how to best serve our customers around the globe” said Kevin Boyle, Chief Operating Officer of Birla Carbon. “The challenging macroeconomic environment, continued slow growth dynamics of the region, and the unfavorable impact of the current oil market make this decision necessary to ensure the long term sustainability of our business.  These are difficult actions as we know they will impact our valued employees and the communities where we operate.”

Birla Carbon plans to consolidate operations at its remaining manufacturing sites in the region.  The Company is committed to working with customers to understand their needs and ensure a smooth transition to alternative Birla Carbon plants for its quality products and services.

“We wish to recognize our colleagues at the Hannover and Alexandria facilities along with those impacted across the region that worked so diligently over the years to support our customers and our Company,” stated John Loudermilk, President of North America, Europe, and Africa regions.  “This difficult decision comes only after careful consideration of all alternatives and is a critical step to position the Company for future success.”

The restructuring activities will begin immediately and are expected to conclude over the course of 2016.  They are subject to local consultation requirements and certain restrictions in each affected jurisdiction.

About Birla Carbon
Birla Carbon is one of the world’s largest manufacturers and suppliers of high quality Carbon Black and a flagship business of the US$ 41 billion Aditya Birla Group. The Company’s footprint extends across 13 countries with 16 manufacturing facilities. Birla Carbon provides a complete portfolio of products across ASTM grades and specialty blacks to meet the specific end requirements across Tires, Rubber, Plastics, Coatings, Inks and other niche industries. Birla Carbon has two state-of-the-art technology centers at Marietta (USA) and Taloja (India), besides well-equipped laboratories across its manufacturing units providing for continuous R&D. As an ardent practitioner of sustainable development, Birla Carbon’s Sustainable Operational Excellence (SOE) strategy focuses on employee safety, environmental stewardship, efficient use of carbon black and a key focus on conducting operations in a socially and ethically responsible manner.

For more information, visit: www.birlacarbon.com

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Birla Carbon Wins Top Honors at Asia Sustainability Reporting Awards in Singapore

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Birla Carbon Wins Top Honors at Asia Sustainability Reporting Awards in Singapore

 

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Mumbai, February 3, 2016

Birla Carbon received top honors at the Asia Sustainability Reporting Awards 2015. Birla Carbon was declared Asia’s best in three categories – ‘Asia’s Most Transparent Report’, ‘Asia’s Best Materiality Report’, ‘Asia’s Best Online CSR Communications’ at an event held in Singapore on January 28, 2016. The awards were presented by CSR Works, a leading provider of corporate social responsibility services in Asia.

In addition, Birla Carbon received commendation certificates as finalists in the ‘Asia’s Best Supply Chain Reporting’, ‘Asia’s Best Community Reporting’ and ‘Asia’s Best Environment Reporting’ categories.

“At Birla Carbon, Sustainable Operational Excellence (SOE) frames decisions and actions across our entire business. We constantly seek ways to make our operations more sustainable, because we believe efficient management methods will enable us to maintain long-term and firm industry leadership” said Joseph Gaynor, Chief Sustainability Officer, Birla Carbon.

The awards are a recognition, especially in Asia, to organizations who are committed to building and implementing sustainability as part of their business strategy.

Birla Carbon was shortlisted in six of the 14 categories for the awards. Other participants included. Bharti Airtel, Airport Authority Hong Kong, Singtel, PTT Global Chemical Public Company, Association of Development Financing Institutions in Asia & the Pacific (ADFIAP), ACWA Power and many more business houses in Asia.

About Birla Carbon
Birla Carbon, a flagship business of the Aditya Birla Group, is the world’s largest manufacturer and supplier of carbon black. Its 17 manufacturing units, 2 regional technical service centers, and 2-technology centers span across five continents and 13 countries. Its presence in each of the key markets of Asia, Europe, and the Americas enables the company to deliver consistent, high-quality products and services worldwide. With a portfolio of more than 100 types of carbon black, Birla Carbon provides solutions to leading companies in the rubber and specialty applications segments. For more information, visit: wwwbirlacarbon.com

About CSRWorks
The Asia Sustainability Reporting Awards are organized by CSRWorks Events, a unit of CSRWorks International, Singapore’s leading sustainability advisory, research and training firm with a more than 10 years track record. CSRWorks closely works with businesses and other stakeholders to promote excellence in sustainability across the region. Our vision for the Asia Sustainability Reporting Awards is to become the most inspiring recognition of sustainability disclosure in Asia.

About the Awards
The Asia Sustainability Reporting Awards recognize and honor sustainability reporting leaders in Asia. The Awards celebrate best practices in sustainability reporting and communications. Our vision for the Asia Sustainability Reporting Awards is to become the most inspiring recognition of sustainability disclosure in Asia. The Awards are open to all types and sizes of private, public and non-profit organizations in all sectors who produce a sustainability report in Asia. An independent panel of judges with distinguished backgrounds judges the entries to decide the winners.

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TCB Recognized for Excellence in CSR by American Chamber of Commerce

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TCB Recognized for Excellence in CSR by American Chamber of Commerce

 

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Bangkok, Thailand, January 1, 2016

Thai Carbon Black (TCB) received recognition by the American Chamber of Commerce for excellence in Corporate Social Responsibility initiatives through 2015. The recognition was conferred on TCB at an event held in Bangkok, Thailand on November 24, 2015.

“As a social responsible company, CSR projects are an important aspect of our contribution to the communities in which we operate in Thailand.” said Mr Sanjeev Sood, Regional President, Birla Carbon & Country Head (Group Affairs), Thailand. He further added, “Our aim through every CSR program is to create sources of sustainable livelihood which in turn enrich the lives of our communities.”

The American Chamber of Commerce conferred the recognition to TCB and TRC (Thai Carbon Black PLC. & Thai Rayon Public co. ltd. (Both Aditya Birla Group Companies) for their joint project in developing a health park in a village sub district of Huapai.

The American Chamber of Commerce in Thailand holds an annual recognition for companies who support CSR in Thailand.

About Birla Carbon
Birla Carbon, a leading business of the Aditya Birla Group, is the world’s largest producer of carbon black, through its extensive presence across 5 continents and 14 countries consisting of 17 manufacturing units and 2 technology centres.

As a global supplier of carbon black for leading companies in the Rubber, Plastics, Coatings, Inks and other niche industries, Birla Carbon’s supply network is spread across the world to ensure consistent high quality uninterrupted availability of products to Customers. Its continued focus on Research and Development through state of the art technology centres and joint development projects with leading Customers makes Birla Carbon a leader in the carbon black industry.

Birla Carbon is also an ardent practitioner of sustainable development. Sustainability aspects include employee safety, environmental stewardship, efficient use of carbon black and a key focus on conducting operations in a socially and ethically responsible manner.

For more information, visit: www.birlacarbon.com

Write to us at: birlacarbon.communications@adityabirla.com

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Birla Carbon Renovates School in Italy

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Birla Carbon Renovates School in Italy

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The commitment of Birla Carbon Europe, along with state funds, makes the renovation of the Don Milani primary school in Trecate, Italy, possible. Read more here.

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Far East and Southeast Asia Price Change Announcement

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Far East and Southeast Asia Price Change Announcement

 

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August 3, 2015

Dear Valued Customer,

Birla Carbon devotes the best possible efforts to deliver products with superior quality and performance to the customers, keeping prices at competitive levels.

Nevertheless, the costs of the raw materials have been facing a mismatch with the driving indexes for the industry, in spite of the aggressive cost control approach.

In compliance with the sustainability of the business, for short and long terms, we announce all prices of carbon black sold from ASEAN region is going to be increased by USD 100/MT effective August 15th, 2015.

Your business with Birla Carbon is valued and your continued support is highly appreciated.

Yours sincerely,
José C. Dreux
Vice President of Marketing and Sales
FE & SE Asia

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North America Price Change Announcement

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North America Price Change Announcement

 

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July 31, 2015

Dear Valued Customer,

Effective October 1, 2015, Birla Carbon will increase prices for rubber carbon black markets in North America by 10-12%. All shipments made on or after this date are subject to the price increase. Pricing adjustments for customers with supply contracts will be implemented as agreements are renewed.

This measure is necessary to ensure the sustainability of our business and to make continued investment in processes and products possible.

Your business with Birla Carbon is valued and your continued support is appreciated. Please contact your Birla Carbon representative for questions regarding this price change announcement.

Yours sincerely,
Shashank Awasthi
Director of Sales, North America
Rubber Carbon Black

 

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Specialty Blacks Price Change Announcement

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Specialty Blacks Price Change Announcement

 

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July 31, 2015

Dear Valued Customer,

Effective globally October 1, 2015, Birla Carbon’s Specialty Blacks Business will increase prices for all Carbon Blacks by up to 9% depending on the product. All shipments made on or after this date are subject to the price increase.

This measure is necessary to ensure the sustainability of our business, and to make continued investment in processes and products possible.

Your business with Birla Carbon is valued and your continued support is appreciated. Please contact your Birla Carbon representative for questions regarding this price change announcement.

Yours sincerely,
Mark Bass
Global Sales Head

 

 

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