HARRISBURG, Pa., May 20, 2008 (PRIME NEWSWIRE) -- Worldwide industrial services company Harsco Corporation (NYSE:HSC) announced today it is donating 500,000 yuan (nearly $75,000) to support the relief efforts in China following the devastating earthquake in Sichuan province. "Harsco has strong ties to China as both a valued customer and as the home of a number of our employees and families," said Harsco Chairman and CEO Salvatore D. Fazzolari. "While our operations were not affected, we want to do our part to help those dealing with this enormous situation." Harsco's donation to the Red Cross Society of China is being made through the Company's Beijing office.
Harsco Corporation is one of the world's leading diversified industrial services companies, serving major customers in key industries that play a fundamental role in worldwide economic growth and development. The company employs more than 22,000 people and operates in 50 countries worldwide, including China. Additional information can be found at www.harsco.com.
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