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ECHA’s scientific committees for Risk Assessment (RAC) and for Socio-Economic Analysis (SEAC) continue to evaluate the proposed restriction.

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ECHA publishes updated PFAS restriction proposal

The European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) has published the updated proposal to restrict per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) under the EU’s chemicals regulation, REACH. The update has been prepared...

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Stahl CEO Maarten Heijbroek: “The more demanding the requirements, the more room we have to innovate”

Stahl has undergone a notable strategic transformation in recent years. I spoke with CEO Maarten Heijbroek about the motivations behind this shift, the future of coatings, and what lies ahead for the company....

Lebanese paint manufacturer Tinol is advancing its European expansion, positioning Cyprus as a strategic entry point for its regional development.

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Tinol expands its activities: “Europe is a key part of our long-term growth plan.“

Lebanese paint producer Tinol is expanding its activities into Europe, with Cyprus serving as a strategic gateway for its regional growth. In this interview, Chairman Chaker F. Saab explains how the company...

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BCF Annual Conference: A focus on AI, digitalisation and navigating uncertainty

The British Coatings Federation (BCF) hosted its 2025 Annual Conference as a thought-provoking and dynamic event, uniting key players from across the UK coatings sector. Despite representing a robust market...

Anti-Dumping Duties on Chinese Titanium Dioxide: What Has Changed for Europe’s Coatings Industry?

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Calm on the surface, pressure beneath: EU titanium dioxide tariffs’ impact on paint industry

Since January 2025, the European Union has imposed anti-dumping duties on titanium dioxide (TiO₂) imports from China – a move that initially sparked concern across the European paints and coatings...

The figures for the first quarter of 2025 are in. While some players in the global top 10 are scoring with stable results, others are struggling with margins and sales markets.

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Global top 10 paint manufacturers show resilience despite market challenges

The ten largest paint and coatings manufacturers worldwide show a differentiated picture in the first quarter of 2025: While some companies are recording growth, others are struggling with declining sales....