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Grasim and Lubrizol inaugurate advanced CPVC resin facility in India
The plant, with an annual capacity of 50,000 metric tonnes, aims to meet growing demand in the construction and infrastructure sectors.
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Olin and Huntsman announce merger
Olin and Huntsman have agreed on an all-stock merger to create OlinHuntsman, a EUR 11 billion revenue chemicals corporation. The deal aims to enhance vertical integration, achieve EUR 370 million in cost...
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Nippon Paint announces India expansion with eight new plants
Japanese company Nippon Paint plans to double its manufacturing facilities in India by 2029, aiming for a revenue target of EUR 672 million. The expansion underscores intensifying competition in the Indian...
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Ystral inaugurates new technical centre
Machinery and plant manufacturer Ystral has invested in a new technical centre at its headquarters near Freiburg, Germany. The modern facility enables extensive trials, training and product development...
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Fraunhofer IFAM and Plasmatreat collaborate on PFAS-free coating technologies
Fraunhofer IFAM and Plasmatreat are accelerating the industrial adoption of PFAS-free coating systems. The partnership focuses on sustainable plasma-based coatings, catering to industries like plastics,...
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Siegwerk closes Swiss site: production moves to Turkey
Siegwerk is relocating its production from Bargen, Switzerland, to Tuzla, Turkey. Over 100 employees are losing their jobs due to declining demand for UV printing inks and high production costs in Europe....
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Syensqo considers sale of Performance & Care division to focus on speciality chemicals
Belgian chemicals company Syensqo is reviewing strategic options for its Performance & Care division, which serves coatings, personal care, and mining industries. The review aligns with the firm’s...
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Azelis and Arxada expand partnership in France
Azelis and Arxada have extended their collaboration to cover industrial market segments in France, including coatings, adhesives, sealants, and elastomers. The partnership combines technical expertise...
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Univar Solutions expands Dow partnership for silicone additives in EMEA
Univar Solutions and Dow have strengthened their strategic partnership to distribute advanced silicone additives for plastics and composites in Europe, the Middle East, and Africa (EMEA).
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Trinseo starts Chapter 11 process
Trinseo, a global producer of polymers and latex, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in the US to reduce debt by around EUR 1.87 billion. The company assures that daily operations, including customer...
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Akzo Nobel rejects cash offer as it moves forward with Axalta merger plans
Akzo Nobel has rejected a conditional cash offer from Nippon Paint and Sherwin-Williams, stating that the proposal fails to reflect its value and long-term prospects. The company remains committed to its...
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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...