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ExxonMobil Chemical to Host Tire Symposium 2009 in Chengdu, China

HOUSTON - (BUSINESS WIRE) - ExxonMobil Chemical will host Tire Symposium 2009, in Chengdu, China, October 18-20, for companies, organizations and media interested in learning about new tire innerliner technologies and opportunities for the Chinese tire industry.

Sponsored exclusively by ExxonMobil Chemical, the event will feature product marketing and technology specialists describing tomorrow's tire innerliner technologies that have the potential to significantly improve today's tire performance. Exxcore DVA resin-based innerliners, for example, have the potential to reduce tire weight while being up to 10 times more effective at retaining air than conventional innerliners of the same thickness. This leading-edge inflation pressure retention (IPR) can result in tires that last longer, handle better and contribute to improved fuel economy and reduced carbon dioxide (CO₂) emissions.

Symposium speakers will focus on the technical advantages of new innerliner technologies as well as economic and manufacturing considerations. The conference also will provide a view on the global energy outlook and information about global tire market trends, regulatory changes and technology advances in halobutyl rubber technology. It also will highlight production process improvements and announced facility expansions that are part of the Company's commitment to reliable supply to support industry growth.

"This event will give Chinese tire manufacturers a close-up view of innerliner technology that will influence the tire industry and tire manufacturing," said John W. Lyon, global vice president, Global Butyl Polymers Business Unit, ExxonMobil Chemical. "We think it's the perfect opportunity for Chinese companies to gain additional information to help put themselves at the forefront of trends and technology that can help them be more successful."

Tire Symposium 2009 will be held at the Shangri-La Hotel, 9 Binjiang Dong Road, in Chengdu. Additional information and conference registration forms are available at www.tire-symposium.com.

About ExxonMobil Chemical

ExxonMobil Chemical is one of the world's premier petrochemical companies with manufacturing, technology and marketing operations around the world. The company delivers a broad portfolio of products and solutions efficiently and responsibly, with a commitment to create outstanding customer and shareholder value. ExxonMobil Chemical endorses the principles of sustainable development, including the need to balance economic growth, social development and environmental considerations. To learn more, visit www.exxonmobilchemical.com.

About ExxonMobil Chemical Butyl Polymer Business

ExxonMobil Chemical has been at the forefront of technology and innovation in the rubber industry since inventing and patenting butyl rubber in 1937. The company markets high-quality synthetic rubber worldwide and is a global leader in butyl technology, services and products. To find out more about ExxonMobil Chemical butyl rubber, visit www.butylrubber.com.

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