Makhteshim Agan Industries Ltd. announced three new senior appointments which will support the company in fully utilizing the business potential of its recent strategic moves. Dr. Lichtenstein led with great success comprehensive operational initiatives during his tenure as SVP of Global Resources and Corporate Development. In his new role of Deputy CEO, Mr. Lichtenstein will be responsible for the integration process in China with the goal of exhausting the commercial and operational opportunities that lie with it. Dr. Eli Abramov as SVP of Global Resources - Dr. Abramov brings with him 20 years of executive experience, including serving as CEO of Baran. Prior to that, Dr. Abramov served in various operational and managerial roles at the Nuclear Research Center-Negev in Israel, including serving as COO and Deputy CEO. Effective April 1, 2012, Dr. Abramov will assume responsibility for MAI's global operational activities including chemical R&D, manufacturing, supply chain, quality control, inventory management, and HSE (Health Safety and Environment) activities. Ms. Rony Patishi-Chillim as SVP of Global Corporate Communications: Ms. Patishi-Chillim joined MAI as Head of Global Corporate Communication in January 2010. Prior to joining MAI, Ms. Chillim-Patishi served as Senior Vice President of Investment Banking at Barclays Capital (formerly Lehman Brothers) in Israel and New York.