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RPM acquires Kalzip to strengthen global building envelope portfolio

RPM International has announced the acquisition of German company Kalzip, a provider of aluminium roofing and façade systems. The strategic move will expand RPM’s Tremco Construction Products Group’s...

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Strategic Joint Venture: FP-Pigments and Power International to build facility in Abu Dhabi

FP-Pigments and Power International DMCC have announced a new joint venture to establish a manufacturing facility for pigments in Abu Dhabi. This strategic move strengthens FP-Pigments’ global presence...

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Stahl completes strategic transformation: A pure-play speciality coatings company emerges

Stahl, a global company active in speciality coatings, has finalised the carve-out of its wet-end leather business, marking its transition into a focused speciality coatings formulator. The move aligns...

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DKSH to fully acquire and delist Malaysian Subsidiary DHMB

DKSH has announced its intention to acquire the remaining minority shares of DKSH Holdings (Malaysia) Berhad (DHMB) to take the subsidiary private. The move aligns with its strategy to simplify corporate...

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Axalta’s global automotive colour report: white remains top choice

Axalta’s 73rd annual Global Automotive Colour Popularity Report reveals white, grey, and black continuing to dominate globally, with subtle shifts towards chromatic and bold colour choices in regional...

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Akzo Nobel expands its aerospace coatings portfolio in the US

AkzoNobel invests in the US aerospace coatings sector, strengthening its position in the market while advancing sustainable solutions. The expansion aims to support innovation and preserve aviation history....

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Bodo Möller Chemie acquires Mexican Bridge Chemical Company

The Bodo Möller Chemie Group strengthens its presence in Mexico by acquiring the Bridge Chemical Company. This strategic move enhances its technical capabilities and market reach in key industrial sectors...

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Evonik opens first production facility for pyrogenic metal oxides in Asia

With its new production facility in Yokkaichi, Japan, the German chemicals group strengthens its presence in Asia and focuses on sustainable innovation. Pyrogenic aluminium oxide will be produced here...

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Inside the BASF-Carlyle-deal: Exclusive insights on the EC podcast

What does BASF’s sale of its Coatings Division to The Carlyle Group mean for the industry? In the latest European Coatings Podcast, editor Yeray López speaks with Olaf Adamek, a coatings expert who...

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Tesa: Production site expansion underway

With the expansion of its production facility in Offenburg/Germany, Tesa is increasing capacity and focusing on technological development. The site is being strengthened to meet the growing demand for...

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25 Years of A.I.V.R.: Romanian coatings association marks milestone in Bucharest

Romania’s coatings industry marked a key milestone this autumn as the national association A.I.V.R. celebrated its 25th anniversary in Bucharest. The event highlighted the evolution of the domestic...

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Beckers Group opens new R&D center in Shanghai

China represents a strategic growth market for Beckers Group's coil coating and industrial coating businesses.

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Stahl reopens coatings facility in India

Stahl has reopened its upgraded coatings facility in Ranipet, India, after a six-year hiatus. The site integrates production, R&D, and application testing, reinforcing the company’s focus on sustainability...

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Who might buy BASF Coatings? Industry views beyond Carlyle

According to recent reports from Reuters and the Financial Times, private equity firm Carlyle is the current frontrunner for acquiring BASF’s coatings division - valued at approximately EUR 7 billion....