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June 27, 2006

Going Where the Growth Is: DuPont Inaugurates Office in Lithuania

Armand Klein, director, DuPont Central Europe, recently inaugurated the first DuPont representative office in Vilnius, Lithuania.

 

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June 27, 2006

DuPont Dives Into Pool, Spa Care

An article in the Wilmington News Journal highlighted a line of pool and spa chemicals recently launched by DuPont.

 

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June 27, 2006

Putting Science to Work: DuPont Auto Lighting Technology Enhances Designs, Reduces Cost

Automotive headlamps, a key component of vehicle styling, can now be manufactured more cost effectively, thanks to DuPont materials science know-how and application development capabilities.

 

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June 27, 2006

DuPont Named to the ���Wired 40��� Annual List

DuPont has been to the ���Wired 40��� list, published annually by Wired magazine.

 

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June 26, 2006

Jeff Gordon Raced in California

Jeff next is scheduled to race on Saturday, July 1, in the Pepsi 400 at Daytona International Speedway.

 

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June 26, 2006

One DuPont: The Power of Synergy in Europe

Synergy describes the momentum gained when the end results exceed the effort or the circumstances of the moment.

 

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June 26, 2006

DuPont Launches Production of Innovative Composite in Ontario

This innovative material is a composite of an elastomer and DuPont��� Kevlar�� pulp.

 

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June 23, 2006

Martha Stewart���s ���Dream Kitchen��� Topped Off with DuPont��� Zodiaq��

DuPont��� Zodiaq�� was used as the kitchen���s exclusive surfacing material and helped complete the dramatic transformation from dingy and drab to sleek and stylish.

 

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June 23, 2006

DuPont Anti-Corrosion Seminar a Success at Achema 2006

A specific highlight of the DuPont exhibit was a range of anti-static, corrosion-resistant pumps made by French company Someflu.

 

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June 23, 2006

Stacey Mobley Named Among ���Nation���s Most Influential Lawyers���

The National Law Journal recently named Stacey Mobley one of the nation's 100 most influential lawyers.

 

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June 22, 2006

DuPont Filaments Highlights Tynex�� in India

At the DuPont booth, banners, brochures and samples of DuPont��� Tynex�� were displayed.

 

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June 22, 2006

DuPont Malaysia Promotes Recyclable Shopping Bags

To commemorate World Environment Day, DuPont Malaysia and Carrefour Hypermarket introduced recyclable shopping bags.

 

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June 22, 2006

DuPont��� Corian�� Enhances Exclusive Jeans Shop in Berlin

The custom-made table was fabricated by Matthias Klein GmbH, Berlin.

 

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June 21, 2006

Wall Street Journal Ad Spotlights DuPont��� SentryGlas�� Expressions���

Today���s U.S. edition of the Wall Street Journal features the ninth in a series of advertisements highlighting recent innovations made possible by DuPont science.

 

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June 21, 2006

Biobutanol: Did You Know…

Some interesting facts about biobutanol.

 

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June 21, 2006

DuPont, BP Announce Partnership to Develop Advanced Biofuels

DuPont and BP have been working together since 2003 to develop advanced biofuels with properties that can help overcome the limitations of existing biofuels.

 

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June 21, 2006

What Others Are Saying About DuPont, BP Biofuels Partnership

DuPont and BP are committed to the future of global biofuels.

 

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June 20, 2006

Chad Holliday, Tom Connelly Discuss BP, Biofuels in Video Letter

DuPont and BP together will manufacture biobutanol, a fuel additive that can lessen our dependence on petroleum and reduce emissions from our cars.

 

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June 20, 2006

DuPont, BP Announce Partnership to Develop Advanced Biofuels

DuPont and BP have been working together since 2003 to develop advanced biofuels with properties that can help overcome the limitations of existing biofuels.

 

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June 20, 2006

DuPont Corporate Remediation Group Celebrates Louviers Works Centennial

Louviers was established in 1906 to provide homes and businesses for workers at the Louviers Works plant.

 

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June 20, 2006

DuPont Nails It at the Golden Hammer Awards

DuPont was awarded the Golden Hammer award in both Decorative Landscaping and Surfaces categories.

 

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June 20, 2006

Renewable Resource-Based Polymers Make DuPont Car Finishes Tougher

The new coatings will be made using renewably sourced intermediate ingredients that are biodegradable and virtually non-toxic.

 

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June 19, 2006

Jeff Gordon Raced in Michigan

Four-time NASCAR�� Winston Cup Champion Jeff Gordon raced Sunday in the 3M Performance 400 presented by Post-it Picture Paper at Michigan International Speedway in Brooklyn, Michigan.

 

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June 19, 2006

Lemer Pax, DuPont��� Corian�� Present CATHPAX��

Radiation protection specialist Lemer Pax and DuPont��� Corian�� recently presented the CATHPAX��, a highly protective cabin for x-ray equipment operators.

 

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June 19, 2006

DuPont Names Connelly, Keefer, Kullman Vice Presidents

DuPont announced the naming of three executive vice presidents who will play key roles as DuPont accelerates its delivery of science-based solutions to markets around the world.

 

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June 16, 2006

DuPont Names Three Executive Vice Presidents

DuPont announced today the naming of three executive vice presidents who will play key roles as DuPont accelerates its delivery of science-based solutions to markets around the world.

 

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June 16, 2006

DuPont Australia Hosts Innovation Awards

The winners of the 2nd bi-annual DuPont Australia and New Zealand Innovation Awards were announced at a ceremony held in Melbourne, Australia.

 

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June 16, 2006

DuPont Philippines Assists Landslide Victims

DuPont Philippines recently extended aid to the victims of a massive landslide, which rumbled down a mountainside on the southern part of Leyte Island.

 

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June 15, 2006

DuPont Presenting Sponsor of Special Olympics Delaware Summer Games

DuPont was the presenting sponsor at the Special Olympics Summer Games held recently at the University of Delaware in Newark, Delaware.

 

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June 15, 2006

DuPont��� Corian�� Used in Russian Hospital

DuPont��� Corian�� and Zodiaq�� recently received hygiene certification from LGA QualiTest GmbH, signifying the excellent benefits offered by the surfaces.

 

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June 15, 2006

John Bedbrook Discusses Technology Pipeline

John Bedbrook, said that the company is intensely focused on delivering results from its seed and crop protection businesses.

 

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June 14, 2006

Wall Street Journal Ad Spotlights DuPont��� Pyralux��

Today���s U.S. edition of the Wall Street Journal features the eighth in a series of advertisements highlighting recent innovations made possible by DuPont science.

 

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June 14, 2006

DuPont, State of Delaware Kick Off Biotechnology Seminars

DuPont Chairman & CEO Chad Holliday and Delaware Governor Ruth Ann Minner spoke at an event Monday to kick off the DuPont-State of Delaware biotechnology series.

 

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June 14, 2006

DuPont Safety Glass Technology Provides Added Protection & Comfort

Auto industry experts predict that by 2010 40 percent of all new cars will feature sunroofs in response to consumer demands for brighter, more open vehicle interiors.

 

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June 13, 2006

DuPont Asia Pacific Employees Enhance Management Skills

Employees from DuPont Australia and New Zealand recently attended the Leadership In Excellence Program (LEP).

 

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June 13, 2006

Eagles Soar at DuPont Site

A pair of bald eagles is successfully raising its own chicks for the first time in 15 years at the DuPont site in Repauno, New Jersey.

 

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June 13, 2006

John Pierce Explains Biotechnology���s Contribution to Sustainable Growth

John Pierce, director, Biochemical Sciences and Engineering, DuPont Central Research & Development, discussed current biotechnology developments and local market conditions with employees during a recent visit to Europe.

 

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June 13, 2006

DuPont Refrigerants Helps German Supermarket Take Environmental Lead

The European deadline for the phase-out and replacement of ozone-depleting hydrochlorofluorocarbon (HCFC) refrigerant gases is fast-approaching.

 

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June 12, 2006

Jeff Gordon Raced in Pennsylvania

Jeff is next scheduled to race on June 18 in the 3M Performance 400.

 

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June 12, 2006

Wilmington News Journal Highlights DuPont Product Innovation

An article highlighted the myriad of products being developed by researchers at the DuPont Experimental Station in Wilmington, Delaware.

 

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June 12, 2006

Auntie Anne���s Names DuPont Surfaces ���Outstanding Supplier���

DuPont Surfaces was recently selected as one of Auntie Anne���s Outstanding Suppliers for 2005.

 

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June 9, 2006

Wall Street Journal Highlights DuPont Climate Change Efforts

The article said results are attributable to a new generation of corporate leaders.

 

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June 9, 2006

Packages Get There Safely and Securely, Thanks to DuPont��� Tyvek��

Military Priority Mail Mili-Pac envelopes allow military families and friends to send letters and care packages safely and securely.

 

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June 9, 2006

DuPont, Alcoa Collaborate on New Hurricane-Resistant Architectural Panel System

Reynobond�� with Kevlar��, it is a durable architectural panel system designed to withstand wind-borne debris and wind speeds common in hurricanes up to a Category 3 storm.

 

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June 8, 2006

DuPont India Human Health Business Makes an Impact

DuPont Human Health business was launched in India last year.

 

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June 8, 2006

Please Tread on Me: DuPont��� Surlyn�� Used For Flooring in Switzerland

At the DuPont European Technical Center Surlyn�� resins are well-known in extrusion lines and labs, and now the building itself is benefiting from one of its outstanding applications.

 

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June 8, 2006

DuPont Safety Resources Leader Speaks at ABB Conference

Jim Forsman was a featured speaker at this year���s ABB Automation World Conference and Exposition in Houston, Texas.

 

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June 8, 2006

DuPont Begins Construction on Second Direct Bonding Production Line in China for LCDs

Continued growth is anticipated with plans to launch a third line in 2007.

 

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June 7, 2006

Wall Street Journal Ad Spotlights DuPont��� Alesta��

Today���s U.S. edition of the Wall Street Journal features the seventh in a series of advertisements highlighting recent innovations made possible by DuPont science.

 

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June 7, 2006

DuPont Central Research Highlighted in Wilmington News Journal

The article highlighted the shift in research strategy at the DuPont Central Research laboratories at the DuPont Experimental Station in Wilmington, Delaware.

 

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June 7, 2006

DuPont Titanium Technologies Introduces Improved, Multi-Purpose Ti02

The advanced titanium dioxide product provides superior dispersion and excellent hiding power over a wide range of coatings systems.

 

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June 7, 2006

Guggenheim Museum to Feature DuPont��� Corian�� in Futuristic Kitchen

Z. Island by DuPont��� Corian��, was unveiled in the United States this weekend and will be highlighted at the Guggenheim until October.

 

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June 6, 2006

DuPont Crop Protection Hosts Community Fund Ceremony

Made possible through the DuPont Community Fund, DuPont plant employees and six students from IPIA Galileo Galilei School prepared a project to develop the safest way to fill small containers.

 

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June 6, 2006

Wilmington News Journal Highlights DuPont Science and Innovation

The story highlights DuPont's focus on market-based innovation.

 

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June 6, 2006

Chad Holliday Discusses Climate Change on CNBC

Chad credited the enthusiasm of DuPont employees with the company���s success in delivering on DuPont's goals.

 

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June 6, 2006

DuPont Showcases Automotive Materials at Hong Kong Auto Show

The event attracted more than 150 exhibitors from China, Hong Kong, Korea, Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand, India, Australia, UK and the US.

 

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June 5, 2006

Jeff Raced in Dover

Four-time NASCAR�� Winston Cup Champion Jeff Gordon raced Sunday in the Neighborhood Excellence 400.

 

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June 5, 2006

DuPont Medical Fabrics Introduces DuPont��� Suprel�� to International Audience

DuPont Medical Fabrics recently introduced DuPont��� Suprel�� to an international audience of operating room nurses during both the UNAIBODE exhibition in France and EORNAC event in Ireland.

 

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June 5, 2006

DuPont Opens Korea Technology Center To Serve Electronics, Automotive and Construction Markets

DuPont announced the opening of the DuPont Korea Technology Center to support the research and development needs of fast growing major industries in Asia, including electronics, automotive and construction.

 

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June 2, 2006

DuPont Packaging Graphics Launches New Russian Website

DuPont Packaging Graphics recently launched its new Russian website, which leverages the fresh appearance and format of the new DuPont.com.

 

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June 2, 2006

USA Today Highlights DuPont Climate Change Efforts

The lead article in the Money section of yesterday���s USA Today highlighted what companies ��� including DuPont ��� are doing to address climate change.

 

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June 2, 2006

DuPont Launches Optilon��� Advanced Composite Reflector for LCDs

DuPont announced the launch of DuPont��� Optilon��� Advanced Composite Reflector (ACR), a new product designed to significantly improve the performance of liquid crystal displays (LCDs).

 

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June 1, 2006

Building Marketing Competency in China

DuPont Global Learning and the Asia Pacific Marketing & Sales Effectiveness (MSE) team recently hosted a Marketing Excellence Program (MEP) in Shanghai.

 

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June 1, 2006

DuPont Pakistan Crosses Border to Build Safer, Longer-Lasting Roads

Polymer-modified asphalt enhanced with DuPont��� Elvaloy�� from DuPont Pakistan was recently used to pave the Kabul - Kandhar Highway in Afghanistan.

 

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June 1, 2006

Galp Energia Signs Contract with DuPont Safety Resources

Portugal���s Galp Energia recently signed a contract with DuPont Safety Resources (DSR) - Europe, Middle East & Africa, for a four-year consulting project to improve Galp���s safety culture and management systems.

 

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June 1, 2006

USDA Selects DuPont Protective Apparel in Preparation for Avian Flu

DuPont said it has been asked to provide the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) with approximately 75,000 DuPont��� Tychem�� garments to be worn by USDA workers while handling infected game and poultry.

 

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