Market Commentary on Pioneer Companies Inc.

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M2 PRESSWIRE-20 March 2007-Large Cap News: Market Commentary on Pioneer Companies Inc.(C)1994-2007 M2 COMMUNICATIONS LTD RDATE:20032007 Like all pioneers, Pioneer Companies is breaking new ground -- at least financially. Having emerged from bankruptcy in late 2001, Pioneer now operates through two segments: Pioneer Americas and the considerably smaller PCI Chemicals Canada (PCI Canada).

The units produce chlorine, caustic soda, hydrochloric acid, bleach, and sodium chlorate for use in such industries as pulp and paper manufacturing, water treatment, and chemicals. The company's chemicals are also used in products like detergents, medical disinfectants, and pharmaceuticals. Pioneer operates seven plants in North America. Shares were down 5 as the company...