October 1/Redmond, Wash./Univar Press Release -- Univar, a global chemical distributor, announced the launch of a new corporate website (www.univar.com) that reflects its global operations and its partnerships with customers and chemical suppliers.

The website showcases Univar’s international reach and its extensive product range, as well as demonstrates the added value it provides to the distribution process by offering industry-specific expertise and application development capabilities. Univar also is committed to the highest levels of safety and sustainability in every aspect of its operations, and the website has a dedicated section with information about its health and safety procedures, environmental initiatives, and product stewardship.

“As we continue to extend our international presence and embark on a more global and integrated approach to how we operate, it is vital that our website effectively communicates who we are and the expertise we offer our suppliers and customers throughout the world,” explains John Ederer, vice president, Global Communications & Investor Relations, Univar.

The new website has been completely redesigned with a new layout that makes it easier to navigate intuitively through different product and service categories as well as links to regional information about Univar. Visitors to the site have quick and easy access to information on everything from capabilities and new products to career opportunities and the latest Univar news from around the world.

From the October 18, 2010, Prepared Foods E-dition