NEWS Univar expands in Central America


Univar Solutions has acquired ChemSol Group, an ingredients and specialty chemicals distributor operating in Costa Rica, Guatemala, El Salvador, Panama and Honduras. The US firm said the acquisition


of ChemSol will enhance its geographic footprint in the growing Central American region, as well as its formulation and commercial offering across a wide array of key growth markets. These markets include


beauty and personal care; pharmaceutical excipients; food; coatings, adhesives, sealants, and elastomers; lubricants and metalworking fluids.


“We’re thrilled to help Central


American customers solve some of their toughest challenges and stay ahead of industry-specific trends and regulatory changes by tapping into our continuous innovation, sustainable solutions, and global network of formulation and technical expertise, and commercial support,” said Nick Powell, president of Global Ingredients & Specialties for Univar Solutions. Ciro Guerra, founder and


general director of ChemSol, added: “We are excited to join Univar Solutions and provide our customers and suppliers with access to more products,


Inolex makes appointment trio


US speciality ingredient firm Inolex has made three appointments to its leadership team. Michael Dall has been appointed chief


financial officer, Ron Lopez has been promoted to vice president of operations, while nationally recognized attorney Suzanne S. Mayes has been added to the Inolex board of directors. In this new role, Dall will provide pivotal


leadership to the company’s overall financial strategy and its strong position for global development. Lopez has been promoted after being at the


helm of the company’s flagship manufacturing facility in Charlotte, USA since 2021. He has led the team responsible for


ensuring continuous production and global fulfilment of Inolex ingredients to customers despite recent supply chain and global challenges. Mayes, who regularly provides counsel


to large scale municipal infrastructure improvements and economic development initiatives in the Mid-Atlantic region, has been tasked with challenging the Philadelphia firm to “think differently”. “Suzanne’s broad command of business


and finance and her ability to facilitate change are unparalleled. We are thrilled to have her join the Board as we build the future of the company,” said Inolex CEO David Plimpton.


capabilities, and digital innovation that will help their businesses grow. “Univar Solutions shares many


of the values that are central to ChemSol’s culture and strategy, including a commitment to collaboration, innovation, and a


deep respect for teamwork, making it a seamless fit for our commercial partners and the perfect place for our team to continue growing their skills and careers.” The financial terms of the


transaction were not disclosed.


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