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Bruchsaler Farbenfabrik strengthens presence in Turkey through partnership with Arksonchem
Bruchsaler Farbenfabrik has launched a strategic partnership with Arksonchem to expand its market position in Turkey. The collaboration aims to provide customers with improved solutions, optimised supply...
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Interview with Tioxide: Back on stream at Greatham
In this interview, Karen Askwith, Tioxide's Managing Director, speaks about the strategic vision for the site, the grades and applications being prioritised, the roadmap for the second production line,...
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New global alliance to advance science-based regulation of antioxidants and light stabilizers
The Global Antioxidants and Light Stabilizers Alliance (GALA) has been established to provide a unified industry voice on regulatory matters affecting antioxidants and light stabilizers used in plastics,...
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Actega expands sealant manufacturing in Asia with new production facility in China
Actega has announced a strategic investment in a new sealant production facility at its Foshan site in Guangdong Province, China. The move is intended to strengthen regional manufacturing capabilities...
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H.B. Fuller board rejects unsolicited bid
H.B. Fuller's board of directors has unanimously rejected a non-binding acquisition proposal from investment firm Ancora for its Building Adhesives Solutions (BAS) business, citing significant undervaluation,...
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Byk inaugurates new mini-plant for additives in Shanghai
Byk has officially opened a new mini-plant in Shanghai, China, expanding its production capabilities in the region. The facility manufactures silicone-based, silicone-free, and wax additives for a wide...
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Altana reports strong sales and earnings growth in first half of 2026
Speciality chemicals group Altana recorded a positive sales and earnings performance in the first half of 2026, with revenues reaching EUR 1,675 million – a 3 % increase year on year. Operational growth...
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Lubrizol and Brenntag strengthen coatings collaboration in Vietnam
Lubrizol and Brenntag have deepened their partnership in Vietnam, targeting the country's coatings, construction and inks markets. A joint Collaboration Day in Ho Chi Minh City brought customers together...
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Clariant opens two new R&D laboratories in China for additives development
Clariant has inaugurated two new research and development laboratories for its Additives business in China, expanding local synthesis capabilities for flame retardants and performance additives. The move...
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Sustainability: A vital component of long-term business success
Sustainability has become a key driver of long-term performance, helping organizations manage risk, improve efficiency and create value. By integrating sustainability into innovation, operations and customer...
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Tioxide restarts titanium dioxide production at Greatham site in the UK
Following LB Group's acquisition of the Greatham facility, Tioxide has successfully recommissioned its titanium dioxide pigment plant. With a nameplate capacity of 150,000 tonnes per annum, the site is...
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PPG breaks ground on automotive coatings expansion in Ohio
PPG has begun construction on a new advanced manufacturing facility at its existing site in Delaware, Ohio. The investment of more than USD 280 million is aimed at expanding automotive coatings production...
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Catalyxx to build first commercial-scale bio-based chemicals plant in Portugal
Catalyxx has selected Sines, Portugal, as the location for its first commercial-scale renewable chemicals facility. The plant will produce bio-based butanol, hexanol and octanol from bioethanol, with construction...
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MC-Bauchemie with new subsidiaries in Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan
MC-Bauchemie has established new subsidiaries in Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan as part of its international growth strategy. The moves reflect the company's focus on two of Central Asia's largest and fastest-growing...