A major reorganization of Rohm and Haas' adhesives business unit, along with a complete restructuring of all functional areas, has occurred over the past months. No area of the company's adhesives operation has been untouched. This makeover of the company's business came about as the result of a comprehensive analysis of the global adhesives market, coupled with the company's enhanced supply-chain structure put in place to better serve customers in every region of the world.

Carl H. Lindner, Chairman of the Board of Chiquita Brands International Inc., announced that Steven G. Warshaw has been named President and Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately. Mr. Warshaw was most recently President and Chief Operating Officer. "Steve has led Chiquita to become a stronger company while overcoming an extremely adverse regulatory environment and managing through difficult market conditions. said Mr. Lindner.