Dow Chemical Takes Center Stage at North American International Auto Show

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Dow Chemical Company is making its mark at this year's North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) in Detroit through its sponsorship of the "Electric Avenue" exhibit, a 37,000 sq. ft. display showcasing electric vehicles and technology, including innovative energy solutions from Dow. This marks the first time a non-automotive manufacturer has been part of the main floor of the show. As a valued supplier to the automotive industry, Dow has developed advanced materials and products that conserve energy, reduce emissions, and improve quality. The Company's presence highlights the increasingly important role of chemistry in meeting the next-generation needs of the automotive industry.

Key Takeaways:

  • Dow Chemical Company is partnering with the automotive industry to deliver innovative energy and materials solutions through its sponsorship of the "Electric Avenue" exhibit at NAIAS.
  • This marks the first time a non-automotive manufacturer has been part of the main floor of the show, showcasing the company's commitment to the industry.
  • Dow has developed advanced materials and products that conserve energy, reduce emissions, and improve quality, highlighting the company's expertise in chemistry.
  • The "Electric Avenue" exhibit will feature innovative energy solutions from Dow, including high-performance battery technology from Dow Kokam.
  • The Dow Chemical Company will be exhibiting on Electric Avenue in the Detroit Hall.
  • The company's presence at NAIAS is part of a larger, multi-pronged strategy to deliver solutions in renewable energy and low-carbon technologies.
  • Dow's vice president of Energy, Climate Change, and Alternative Feedstocks, Doug May, emphasized the importance of chemistry in making vehicles lighter, safer, and more energy efficient.

Statistics:

  • Dow Chemical Company has annual sales of $57.4 billion (2008).
  • The company employs approximately 46,000 people worldwide.
  • Dow has 150 manufacturing sites in 35 countries and produces approximately 3,300 products.
  • The company acquired Rohm and Haas Company in 2009, which had sales of $10 billion in 2008 and employed approximately 15,000 employees worldwide.

Sources:

  • "Dow Chemical Company". (No date).
  • "The North American International Auto Show". (No date).
  • The Business of Global Warming. 2010. "Dow Chemical Takes Center Stage at NAIAS".