Singapore, Aug 19, 2010: USA-based Sigma-Aldrich Corporation has announced that Mr Magnus Borg has been named Vice President and Chief Information Officer, effective Aug 16, 2010. In his new role, Mr Borg will lead the company's global information systems function, and will report to Mr Rakesh Sachdev, Sr Vice President, Chief Financial Officer and Chief Administrative Officer.

Mr Borg (aged 50) brings over two decades of senior IT management experience to Sigma-Aldrich, including significant operations and sales development experience in the US and abroad.  Born and raised in Sweden, he has enjoyed a successful career with leading global companies including Ericsson, SEB Bank, Svensk Bilprovning and Safety-Kleen. He held the CIO posts for Ericsson North America and Safety-Kleen.  Borg's wealth of relevant global experience and diverse technical knowledge are expected to help him accelerate the continuous improvement of Sigma-Aldrich's information technology and customer service capabilities to most fully meet customer and shareholder needs.

"We're excited to welcome Magnus to Sigma-Aldrich," said Mr Rakesh Sachdev, CFO and CAO.  "His experience as a 'business-minded' global IT professional should enhance our leadership position in the life science and high technology markets we serve. Mr Magnus has an impressive track record of success, directly contributing to top-line growth in his previous roles, and his innovative approach is expected to help drive Sigma-Aldrich's business strategy. I'm excited to work closely with him as we continue to enhance our company's capability to be the trusted partner of choice for our customers."