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CI Welcomes Charlotte Water, EES, McKenzie Valve & Machining, and Evonik
CI Welcomes Charlotte Water, EES, McKenzie Valve & Machining, and Evonik

Charlotte Water is a water and sewer utility. More information can be found on their website here: https://www.charlottenc.gov/water/Home Emergency Environmental Services LLC is an emergency response contractor. They are a specialized environmental and industrial services... Continue Reading

Date posted04/30/2026


Celebrating a Remarkable Career: Honoring Florence Byrne on Her Retirement
Celebrating a Remarkable Career: Honoring Florence Byrne on Her Retirement

After 25 years of dedicated service, we bid a heartfelt farewell to Florence Byrne as she begins her well-earned retirement. Throughout her tenure, Florence has taken on a wide range of essential responsibilities that kept our organization running smoothly. She managed payroll with accuracy and... Continue Reading

Date posted04/30/2026


Registration Is Open: Free TRANSCAER Hazmat Training in Indianapolis
Registration Is Open: Free TRANSCAER Hazmat Training in Indianapolis

Registration is now open for a free TRANSCAER hazardous materials response training in Indianapolis offered June 2-4, 2026. Designed for emergency responders and community partners, this training focuses on real‑world response to hazmat transportation incidents and coordination with... Continue Reading

Date posted04/30/2026


The Chlorine Institute Conducts Record Setting CHLOREP Training at Mississippi State Fire Academy
The Chlorine Institute Conducts Record Setting CHLOREP Training at Mississippi State Fire Academy

CI is on site at MSFA for CHLOREP Team Training, providing hands‑on, scenario‑based emergency response instruction for participants. Continue Reading

Postedby Brooke Lobdell
Date posted04/28/2026


Jacksonville Hosts First Stop of Our North American TRANSCAER Training Tour
Jacksonville Hosts First Stop of Our North American TRANSCAER Training Tour

Our North American TRANSCAER tour officially launched in Jacksonville, Florida, with a successful chlorine emergency response training delivered in partnership with the Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department (JFRD). We were graciously hosted by the Fire Academy of the South, with coordination and... Continue Reading

Postedby Brooke Lobdell
Date posted04/17/2026


Leadership Transition at CI: Thanking John Eskew and Welcoming Julie Hildebrand
Leadership Transition at CI: Thanking John Eskew and Welcoming Julie Hildebrand

At CI’s 2026 Annual Meeting, members reflected on a meaningful leadership transition as John Eskew of OxyChem concluded his service as CI Board Chair, and Julie Hildebrand of Westlake Corporation stepped into the role. CI Board Chairs serve two-year terms and play a critical role in guiding... Continue Reading

Date posted04/6/2026


33 Facilities Earn CI’s Diamond Level Safety and Environmental Recognition
33 Facilities Earn CI’s Diamond Level Safety and Environmental Recognition

CI honored 33 member facilities with Diamond Level Safety and Environmental Recognition at its 2026 Annual Meeting, celebrating the highest achievement within CI’s Performance Recognition Program. Diamond Level is reserved for facilities that demonstrate sustained operational excellence,... Continue Reading

Postedby Frank Reiner
Date posted04/3/2026


Annual Meeting Registration Open!
Annual Meeting Registration Open!

Join us at the Royal Sonesta Houston Galleria Hotel March 23-26, 2026, for CI's Annual Meeting! The Annual Meeting will include two dynamic days, March 24-25, of networking and hands-on engagement at the Technology Symposium & Table-Top Expo. This is the premier gathering for professionals... Continue Reading

Date posted01/30/2026


CI Staff Attend World Chlorine Council (WCC) Global Chlorine Safety Seminar
CI Staff Attend World Chlorine Council (WCC) Global Chlorine Safety Seminar

During the week of October 13, 2025, multiple staff members (Frank Reiner, Robyn Brooks, and Daniel Stein) participated in the World Chlorine Council (WCC) + Safety Seminar. The first day of the event was dedicated to the safety seminar and many industry experts attended this full day session.... Continue Reading

Date posted10/31/2025


Kemira Awarded Prestigious 10-Year AAR Grand Slam NAR Award
Kemira Awarded Prestigious 10-Year AAR Grand Slam NAR Award

Every year, the AAR’s Hazmat Committee presents the NAR Grand Slam Award to companies that are exemplary shippers of hazardous materials by rail. An award recipient must have been recognized by at least four Class I railroads and had zero non-accident releases (NAR) involving their hazmat... Continue Reading

Postedby Robyn Kinsley
Date posted10/31/2025


August Member Spotlight – Honoring Warren Prince
August Member Spotlight – Honoring Warren Prince

It is with deep respect and gratitude that we remember Warren Prince, a true leader in the chlor-alkali industry and a long-standing, active participant in the CI community. Warren peacefully passed away on August 3, 2025, at the age of 96, surrounded by his loving family at their home in Lake... Continue Reading

Date posted08/29/2025


CI Highlights Preparedness During OSHA’s Safe+Sound Week
CI Highlights Preparedness During OSHA’s Safe+Sound Week

Each year, OSHA’s Safe+Sound Week encourages organizations to focus on a key safety theme and engage their teams using tools and resources that support workplace health and safety. This year’s theme was Preparedness, and The Chlorine Institute CI) proudly joined the effort with a... Continue Reading

Date posted08/29/2025