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Brussels, Belgium, June 17--The European Commission confirmed it sent a 'statement of objections' detailing competition concerns to a series of synthetic rubber producers accused of operating a cartel, according to afx news.
London, England, June 17--An expert on carpet affairs said that Pakistan has taken full advantage of poor state support for the industry in Iran to imitate the designs of Persian carpets and export them to international markets.
Chicago, IL, June 17--StonePeak Ceramics Inc. hired Drew Giungo and Doug Snell as regional sales managers in the Northeast and Southeast regions, respectively.
Shrewsbury, NJ, June 16--Wellman Inc on Wednesday said it would record a pretax charge of $24 million in the 2005 second quarter to cover the cost of a lawsuit settlement.
Coconut Grove, FL, June 16--Modern décor continues to grow in popularity in homes and businesses nationwide, and Ilva S.A. - the Argentine manufacturer of porcelain tile - has introduced its Paesina Collection as a reflection of that style.
Washington, DC, June 16--The Coalition for Asbestos Reform (C.A.R.), a group of small and medium sized businesses and major insurance companies, announced today that it has engaged a team to educate U.S. businesses and policymakers about the serious flaws
Washington, DC, June 16--The economy expanded across the nation from mid-April through May as tourism, real estate, and manufacturing strengthened and the job market improved nationwide, according to the Federal Reserve’s beige book survey.
Dalton, GA, June 15--Tandus Group, Inc., which includes Collins & Aikman Floorcoverings, Inc., and Subsidiaries, announced its financial results for the first quarter (13 weeks) ended April 30, 2005.
Washington, DC, June 16--Housing starts rose 0.2% in May to a seasonally adjusted 2.009 million annualized units from April's revised 2.005 million, according to the Commerce Department.
Crossville, TN, June 16--For the first time in Porcelain Stone tile, Crossville has made it possible for homeowners and designers of commercial projects to easily create uniquely personal floor installations that can also be carried up the wall.