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Revenue decline among the TOP 11 global paint and coatings players
To put the results of the paint and coatings manufacturers into perspective, looking at the development of the global economy serves as a helpful guide. The first half of 2025 brought positive global economic...
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Arkema and Catalyxx to develop supply chain for lower-carbon acrylic resins
Arkema and Catalyxx have entered a partnership to build a supply chain for bio-based acrylic resins with a reduced carbon footprint, aiming to provide raw materials for coatings and adhesives.
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BASF reports weaker earnings in Q2 2025
BASF reported a decline in earnings in the second quarter of 2025. While Agricultural Solutions delivered strong growth, the Chemicals segment put pressure on results.
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Synthomer and Lummus join forces for acrylic acid esters technology
Synthomer and Lummus Technology have entered into a strategic partnership to license Synthomer’s proprietary acrylic acid esters technology worldwide. The collaboration aims to expand the acrylate monomers...
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Brenntag to distribute Sudarshan Chemical’s Anticorrosive pigments in Australia
Chemicals distributor Brenntag is expanding its partnership with Sudarshan Chemical Industries by supplying anticorrosive pigments for coatings, plastics and other applications in Australia.Chemicals distributor...
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Follow European Coatings on LinkedIn
Stay up to date with the latest developments in the coatings industry! We invite you to follow the official LinkedIn page of European Coatings. You will find exclusive insights, industry news, articles...
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Wevo establishes subsidiary in India
Wevo, a manufacturer of polyurethane systems, is expanding its international presence by establishing Wevo Chemical India Private Limited in Gurugram near New Delhi. The new site will focus on polyurethane...
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Hoenle unifies corporate group under single brand
UV specialist Hoenle will operate under a single brand in future. All subsidiaries – including Panacol, which will become Hoenle Adhesives GmbH – will also adopt the Hoenle brand.
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BASF, Akzo Nobel and Arkema cut carbon footprint of architectural powder coatings
BASF, Akzo Nobel and Arkema have formed a value chain partnership to reduce the carbon footprint of superdurable architectural powder coatings. The approach combines bio-attributed raw materials with supplier-specific...
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Three weeks left: Call for Papers American Coatings Conference 2026
Only 3 weeks left to submit your abstract for the 2026 American Coatings Conference – showcase your innovations in coatings research and technology in Indianapolis!
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Asian Paints to invest EUR 217 million in new water-based coatings plant
Asian Paints plans to establish a new plant in Indore dedicated to water-based coatings. With an investment of about EUR 217 million, the facility will produce 400 million litres per year, bringing the...
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Mipa establishes Mipa Belgium and strengthens presence in Benelux
With the establishment of Mipa Belgium, the German coatings producer expands its activities in Western Europe. The takeover of Belgian distribution partner B-Coat opens new opportunities for growth.
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Venator Duisburg files for insolvency – production to continue for now
The chemical company Venator, based in Duisburg, has filed for insolvency. Despite the financial difficulties, the approximately 350 employees are expected to continue working for the time being.
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Azelis acquires Distona to strengthen Swiss market presence
By acquiring Swiss distributor Distona, Azelis expands its footprint in industrial chemicals and reinforces its position in coatings, additives and lubricants segments.