“Milliken and Keystone Aniline Corporation share a long history of innovation, environmentally responsible manufacturing and relationship building - core values which connect us in practice, perspective and approach to values-based business. We look forward to welcoming Keystone to the Milliken family of companies and competing together as we leverage meaningful innovation and environmentally responsible manufacturing,” said ,” stated Harold Chandler, president, CEO and chairman, Milliken.
Founded in 1920, Keystone is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, and has operations in Europe and North America, including the company’s largest manufacturing facility in Inman, South Carolina.
“By combining our product portfolios and specialised colourant knowledge with Milliken’s solutions and expertise, we create business and market synergies that will drive new global opportunities and better meet the evolving needs of our customers. The strengthened organization will possess greater breadth and depth across the board, from research and development to formulation capabilities, to quality control and product stewardship. This partnership will be a part of Milliken’s future growth and success,” said John Andrews, chief executive officer of Keystone.