Birla Carbon has announced that Kevin Boyle has decided to retire as Chief Operating Officer.  Mr. Boyle has served in this role since the acquisition of Columbian Chemicals Company by the Aditya Birla Group (ABG) in 2011.  His retirement will become effective August 31, 2017.

"I have enjoyed my time with Birla Carbon and am proud of our accomplishments along with the entire team," Boyle commented.  "While it is always difficult to decide when to step away, it is the right time for me and my family, as well as, the company to make a positive transition."

Dr. Santrupt B. Misra, Birla Carbon's Chief Executive Officer, speaking on behalf of the Aditya Birla Group said, "We greatly appreciate Kevin's commitment and leadership to Birla Carbon.  Kevin has made several significant contributions beginning with the smooth integration of Columbian Chemicals into the Aditya Birla Group to form the global leader in carbon black.  We are fortunate to have had the benefit of his vision and business acumen".

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