The European umbrella organisation of the pigment, filler and colorant industry, Eurocolour, has restructured itself. Stefan Sütterlin, BASF Colors & Effects GmbH, was elected President.
Arkema has successfully started up the 30% capacity extension of its photocure advanced liquid resin production plant in Nansha, located south of Canton, China.
Byk is expanding its presence in Asia through a significant investment in China. The second integrated site is designated to better serve the needs of customers locally.
The printing ink supplier Siegwerk is planning a new blending centre in Bangladesh. With this step, the company intends to expand its position in Asia.
Safic-Alcan UK has acquired Langley-Smith & Company. Founded in 1907, the specialty chemicals distributor specialises in paints and coatings, among other things.
Nouryon increases its production capacity for solvent-based organic peroxides in Mexico. The expansion shall be completed by the second quarter of 2020.
Ricardo Molina has been appointed to distribute BRB International BV's silicone product portfolio for the paint, construction, plastics and rubber industries in Algeria and Morocco.
