30-06-2014

Grace names Beninati president of Grace Catalysts Technologies

W. R. Grace & Co. announced today the appointment of Albert  F. Beninati Jr., as President of its market-leading $1.1 billion Grace Catalysts Technologies segment, which develops and manufactures catalysts and related products/technologies used in energy and refining, polyolefins and plastics, as well as other manufacturing applications. These include fluid catalytic cracking (FCC) catalysts, hydroprocessing catalysts, polyolefin catalysts and catalyst supports, and gas-phase polypropylene process technology.
 
Grace President and Chief Operating Officer Greg Poling pointed to Beninati’s leadership and experience, noting, “Al brings a strong record of integrity, collaboration, and results that is a strong match for our global catalysts business. He’s a bright, proven leader who has had consistent success in organizations where performance matters.”

Beninati comes to Grace after 24 years in the chemical industry, most  recently as Vice President, Municipal Water Treatment at Univar.  Previously, he was with Nalco Chemical Company for 22 years. After  successful roles throughout Nalco’s commercial organization, Beninati  held leadership roles for several divisions including Food & Beverage  North America as well as units in Chemicals/Power and Environmental  Hygiene/Institutional segments.
 
 Beninati began his career in the United States Army, serving in  leadership roles in the 65th Engineer Battalion of the 25th  Infantry Division. He earned his Bachelor of Science in General  Engineering/Chemistry from the United States Military Academy at West  Point.

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