Press Release
November 12, 2007
David Archibald joins Methes Energies Canada Inc. as Biodiesel Technologist
New York, November 12, 2007 – Methes Energies International Ltd. announced today that David Archibald has joined the Methes Energies team. Working from the Methes Energies Canada Inc. office in Mississauga, David will be responsible for the Sales and Marketing of chemical commodities and biodiesel.
As a chemist with over 10 years of Chemical Sales and Marketing experience, David is the perfect addition to the current team. David’s responsibilities will include the negotiating of chemical raw material and feedstock contracts, as well as the marketing of finished biodiesel. David will work directly with the engineering team, as the Quality representative for issues of chemistry.
Commenting on the appointment, Nicholas Ng, Director of Business Development said, “We are extremely pleased to have David be part of our team. His sales experience in the chemical industry and his background in chemical analysis will contribute greatly to his new role and the rapid growth of the company”.
Prior to joining Methes Energies, David was the Sales and Marketing manager for Grenhall Chemicals Ltd., a manufacturer and distributor of resins and resin adhesives. Formerly, David was a territory manager for Canada Colors and Chemicals for ten years. His vast experience also boasts positions as a research chemist at the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture Food and Rural Affairs, and as an analytical chemist at Canviro analytical labs.
David graduated from the University of Waterloo in Ontario, Canada.
About Methes Energies International Ltd. (“Methes International”)
Through its two wholly-owned subsidiaries - Methes Energies Canada Inc. and Methes Energies USA Ltd. - Methes Energies International Ltd. stands as a leader in the biodiesel arena with its innovative and efficient processes that are delivered to its clientele in easy turn-key solutions. These biodiesel solutions are designed for heavy users of biodiesel and diesel fuels, traditional diesel and biodiesel fuel distributors, large scale biodiesel producers, as well as entrepreneurs seeking the independence of producing their own fuel.
In 2007, Methes Energy Inc. introduced the Denami 600. This state-of-the-art design is the industry’s first compact, fully automated continuous flow biodiesel processor that offers the flexibility of using a wide variety of feedstock options. We believe that the Denami 600 positions itself as the most reliable and cost effective method of producing quality top grade B100 biodiesel fuel, which meets or exceeds current ASTM standards. The Denami 600 can produce a total of 1.3 million gallons (5 million liters) per year. Additionally, the Denami 600 is one of the only commercially available fully automated compact units on the market today. Finally, Methes Energies provides its customers with an efficiency of scale, reliability and independence from the traditional petroleum business sector. More information can be found at www.methes.com.
Forward-looking Statements: This news release contains forward-looking statements related to the future financial condition and results of operations of Methes. These statements are based on current expectations and estimates about the biodiesel markets and industry in which Methes operates and management's beliefs and assumptions regarding these markets. These statements are subject to important risks and uncertainties which are difficult to predict and assumptions which may prove to be inaccurate. Some of the factors which could cause results or events to differ materially from current expectations include but are not limited to: general economic conditions, market or business conditions; changing competitive environment; changing regulatory conditions or requirements; changing technology; and success in implementing productivity initiatives. Some of these factors are largely beyond the control of Methes. Should any factor impact Methes in an unexpected manner, or should assumptions underlying the forward-looking statements prove incorrect, the actual results or events may differ materially from the results or events predicted. All of the forward-looking statements made in this document are qualified by these cautionary statements, and there can be no assurance that the results or developments anticipated by Methes will be realized or, even if substantially realized, that they will have the expected consequences for Methes. Readers should not place undue reliance on any forward-looking statements. Further, Methes disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events, or any other occurrence. |