Poliya Signs Distribution Agreement with Azelis Italia

ISTANBUL, March 28, 2012 /PRNewswire/ --

Azelis to promote and distribute Poliya's globally renowned brands Polipol composite resins and Polijel high performance gelcoats through its distribution network in Italy. 

Poliya Composite Resins and Polymers (Poliya), a leading composite resin manufacturer, today announced that it has entered into a marketing and distribution agreement with Azelis, a leading Pan-European specialty chemicals distributor. 

Speaking about the new agreement, Serge Gradys, International Business Manager Azelis Composites states, "We are delighted to sign this agreement with Poliya, representing their Polipol customized UPR- polyester resins, Polijel high performance custom coloured gelcoat brands, and complimentary composite products in Italy". 

Gianni Ostelli, Regional Business Manager Azelis Composites, Iberia & Italy adds, "Azelis will be supplying products manufactured by Poliya in Turkey as well as in their new Italian plant. This will enable us to provide more efficient logistics, faster response times, reduced lead times and better service. "

"Italy is an important market for Poliya. After our recent, production agreement with Novaresine, we foresee great opportunities to expand our overall presence. We are confident our partnership with Azelis will provide a boost to Poliya's growth in the region and their experienced team of professionals will help increase our sales greatly" says Buelent Oeztuna, CEO of Poliya. 

Poliya and Azelis will be both present at the JEC Composites Show in Paris from March 27-29

About Poliya:  

Poliya Composite Resins and Polymers, Inc. (Poliya) was founded in 1983 and specializes in developing and manufacturing polymers and composite resins. Poliya is the fastest growing composite resin manufacturer in Europe. The company is best known for its flagship, high performance gel coat series, Polijel. The company also manufactures UPE- polyester resins, vinyl ester resins, pigment color pastes, solid surface chips, adhesives, bonding pastes, mold release agents and waxes. 

The company is a member of European Chemical Industry Council (CEFIC), Turkish Chemical Manufacturers Association (TKSD) and Turkish Composites Manufacturers Association. The company is headquartered in Istanbul, Turkey with offices in Germany, manufacturing facilities in both Europe and Asia and serves 23 countries throughout the world. To learn more about Poliya, visit http://www.poliya.net

About Azelis:  

Azelis is Europe's one-stop supplier of composites, with over 2,000 high quality products backed by their in-depth sales support, technical service and marketing expertise. Their composites product range includes every day and specialty materials for applications in a variety of sectors including transportation, marine, chemical protection, sanitary applications, wind energy and sports and leisure production. 

Azelis, with its corporate service centre in Antwerp, Belgium, offers chemical producers market penetration, in-depth local knowledge, value-added services and tailored multi-territory solutions. Backed by private equity investor 3i, Azelis has a turnover of €1,400 million and employs more than 1,300 knowledgeable people located in 37 facilities in 32 countries across Australia, Canada, Europe, India and China. For more information visit http://www.azelis.com

Contact 
Banu Demirboga Aslan 
Poliya 
Business Development Manager 
Tel: +90(212)509-31-90 
http://www.poliya.com.tr 

SOURCE Poliya