American Coatings Show 2018

Blackburn Chemicals Limited and Omya Announce US Partnership

Cincinnati, OHIO (USA) – October 19, 2017 – Omya is pleased to announce a new exclusive distribution agreement with Blackburn Chemicals Limited. Omya will have exclusive distribution rights in representing Blackburn Chemicals Limited in the CASE market segments in all 50 US states.

Omya is a leading global producer of industrial minerals – mainly fillers and pigments derived from calcium carbonate and dolomite and a worldwide distributor of specialty chemicals.

Blackburn Chemicals Limited is a world leader in foam control solutions. Exporting globally, Blackburn Chemicals is renowned for its technical expertise and excellence in foam control agents with the Dispelair® product line.

David Roth, Director of Omya Distribution Services North America said, "Blackburn Chemicals has over 40 years’ experience, excellence and dedication to the foam control market. The inclusion of their products to Omya will further enhance our value added portfolio to our customers."

Omya provides a wealth of product solutions that contribute to its customers' competitiveness and productivity in multiple industries such as Construction, Printing & Writing, Technical Polymers, Packaging, Food, Personal & Home Care, Pharmaceuticals, Agriculture, Forestry, Water and Energy. Founded in 1884 in Switzerland, Omya has a global presence extending to more than 175 locations in over 50 countries with 8,000 employees. Committed to implementing the principals of sustainability at all company levels, Omya provides added value products and services from responsibly sourced materials to meet the essential needs of current and future generations.

Contact:

David Roth

David.roth@omya.com

9987 Carver Rd. Suite 300

Cincinnati, OH 45242

513-387-4600