AICM celebrated its 30th anniversary in Beijing, China on March 23, 2018 with a meeting of more than 150 representatives from major chemical multinationals operating in China and a dozen international and local organizations. The 30th anniversary highlighted green manufacturing and Responsible Care®, underlining the common vision shared by AICM and its approximately 70 companies: to contribute to the sustainable development of a responsible chemical industry in China.
In the past 30 years, AICM has achieved great success in China. At its 30th anniversary, AICM reiterated its long-term commitment to further promoting Responsible Care® practices in China. Jeff Zhu, Chairman of AICM gave a welcome speech to reiterate the importance of RC: “We would like to express our gratitude to all related parties for their support in the past 30 years, and we are looking forward to working together with all stakeholders to build a sustainable, prosperous and respected chemical industry,” Mr. Zhao Jungui, Vice Chairman of CPCIF and Mr. Joerg Wuttke, Chairman of EUCCC each presented a keynote speech with promising outlook for the industry.
Three panel discussions were held at the event, covering topics such as policies, market trends and prospects, green manufacturing and Responsible Care® by panelists from 12 MNCs, including Air Liquide, Arkema, BASF, Cabot, Celanese, Clariant, DOW, Exxonmobil, LANXESS, Merck ,Methanex and Solvay. During the discussions, panelists expressed their confidence in the prospects of the chemical industry in China, citing the fast-growing demand from the rising middle class and stricter implementation of environmental regulations. They also shared views and exchanged experiences on how to formulate corporate strategies in terms of innovation, green technology, operational excellence and collaboration in the local marketplace, as well as how to better promote Responsible Care® across China, making the chemical industry safer, greener and more sustainable. The panelists agreed that market segmentation and innovation would feature the sustainable development of the chemical industry in China.
The exhibition and SABIC Night sessions were arranged with more joyful and celebrating elements, such as art show, exhibition galleries, China Inspiration (qipao) show, and Chair Recognition, Responsible Care Appreciation and AICM award. All the activities were full of applauses and laughter.
AICM is committed to promoting Responsible Care® and other globally recognized chemical management principles among all of its stakeholders, by advocating cost-effective science and risk-based policies, to build up the chemical industry’s contribution to the Chinese economy. In the past 30 years, AICM has achieved great success in China. At its 30th anniversary, AICM reiterated its long-term commitment to further promoting Responsible Care® practices in China. AICM is also committed to working closely with all stakeholders to tackle the challenges confronting the chemical industry in China.
