(Celanese) -- The Metroplex Technology Business Council, the largest technology trade organization in Texas, has named Celanese Corporation, a global technology and specialty materials company, a finalist in the ⌠Innovator category as part of the 11th Annual Tech Titans and Titan Fast Tech Awards. Tech Titans are recognized as outstanding technology companies and individuals in the North Texas area who have made significant contributions to their industries during the past year.
Celanese has been named a finalist for its technical advancements in the production of industrial and fuel-grade ethanol. Celanese has developed an advanced process to produce ethanol from non-food sources. The new process, known as TCX, integrates elements of Celanese's leading acetyl technologies with new advancements to manufacture ethanol from basic hydrocarbon sources such as natural gas, coal and pet coke.