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WEG expands North American presence with new coatings facilities

WEG strengthens its footprint in the North American coatings market by inaugurating a manufacturing site in Wisconsin and a distribution centre in Georgia

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Brenntag expands partnership with Nouryon in Brazil

Brenntag and Nouryon are deepening their cooperation in Latin America. The focus is on the exclusive marketing of cellulose ethers, which have been specially developed for the paint and printing ink industry....

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American Coatings Association appoints new chairman and vice chairman

Chase Bean of Tnemec Company and Frank C. Sullivan of RPM International have been named chairman and vice chairman of the American Coatings Association (ACA). Their leadership is set to guide the association’s...

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WEG opens industrial coatings distribution centre in Colombia

Brazilian company WEG has expanded its presence in Latin America by opening a new distribution centre for industrial and anticorrosive coatings in Bogotá, Colombia. The facility aims to meet regional...

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Biesterfeld expands presence in Asia with majority stake in OSP

Biesterfeld has acquired a majority stake in South Korea-based distributor OSP, strengthening its position in high-tech industries such as automotive, electronics, and coatings.

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Sherwin-Williams opens new global headquarters in Cleveland

Sherwin-Williams has inaugurated its new global headquarters in Cleveland, Ohio. The state-of-the-art campus is designed to enhance collaboration, accelerate innovation, and strengthen support for teams...

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REACH: European Commission postpones stricter chemical regulation plans

The European Commission has halted its plans for tighter regulation of chemical products, citing economic and political concerns. The decision sparks debates among industry players and environmental advocates....

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Wacker advances efficiency programme PACE with job cuts

Through its global cost and efficiency programme PACE, Wacker aims to ensure long-term competitiveness. In Germany, a framework for the socially responsible reduction of approximately 1,600 jobs has been...

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H.B. Fuller unveils aerospace manufacturing centre of excellence in USA

The global adhesives producer H.B. Fuller has announced plans for a purpose-built Aerospace Manufacturing Centre of Excellence in Charlotte, N.C., set to open in 2027. The facility aims to advance innovation,...

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PPG announces Q1 2026 results with 7% sales growth

PPG has reported its financial results for the first quarter of 2026, showing a 7 % year-over-year increase in net sales, driven by higher selling prices and favourable currency impacts. The coatings giant...

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Yip’s Chemical opens new coatings plant in Vietnam

The new coatings production facility in Haiphong aims to bolster supply chain efficiency and cater to the growing demand for high-end plastic coatings in the region.

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LB Group completes acquisition of Venator’s titanium dioxide site

The Greatham site will operate under the newly established entity, Tioxide, and production is set to restart in 2026.

The new production capacity in Nanjing underscores Evonik's commitment to sustainable chemistry and to the Chinese market.
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Evonik expands specialty amine production in Nanjing

With a strategic investment in the double-digit million euro range, Evonik is strengthening its production capacities for specialty amines in China. The expansion supports sustainable solutions and the...

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Snetor takes over distribution for Ineos Olefins & Polymers in Europe

Since 22 April 2026, Snetor has been distributing the polyethylene and polypropylene products of Ineos Olefins & Polymers in Germany, Italy, Spain and Portugal. In France, Snetor will exclusively market...