CONNELL BROTHERS APPOINTED AS THE SINGAPORE DISTRIBUTOR FOR SILBERLINE ASIA PACIFIC INC.

SINGAPORE — January 25, 2011 — Connell Brothers (CBC) announced today that it has been appointed as the Singapore distributor for Silberline Asia Pacific Inc. Silberline is a world leader and global supplier of high quality special effect and performance pigments that enhance the visual appeal of coatings, paints, inks, plastics and textiles. 

“We are very pleased that Silberline has selected Connell Brothers as its Singapore distributor,” said Ted Eliot, president of CBC. “At Connell Brothers, we are committed to providing the highest quality solutions to our customers, and partnering with Silberline only reinforces this commitment. We look forward to a long and mutually beneficial relationship with the company.” 

Under the agreement, effective as of Jan. 1, 2011, CBC will take over all existing orders placed through Silberline Asia Pacific Inc. Victor Chia, business manager, coatings department, and Rachel Ng, assistant sales manager, coatings department, will oversee and manage the new partnership. 

About Connell Brothers 

Connell Brothers, based in San Francisco, is a division of Wilbur-Ellis Company and is among the largest international marketers and distributors of specialty chemicals and ingredients in the Pacific Rim. With over 100 years in Asia and a keen focus on technical service, customer support and quality control, CBC provides complete supply chain management from transportation, documentation, warehousing, and sales and distribution through its 35 offices located throughout Asia. 

For more information, please visit www.wilburellis.com