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Calm on the surface, pressure beneath: EU titanium dioxide tariffs’ impact on paint industry
Since January 2025, the European Union has imposed anti-dumping duties on titanium dioxide (TiO₂) imports from China – a move that initially sparked concern across the European paints and coatings...
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The top 10 coating companies in Europe with the strongest sales growth in 2024
Despite a difficult economic environment, several European paint and coatings manufacturers managed to achieve strong revenue growth in 2024. Particularly mid-sized players recorded substantial gains –...
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Beckers appoints Dr Susanne Goldammer as Chief Operations Officer
Beckers Group has strengthened its leadership team with the appointment of Dr Susanne Goldammer as Chief Operations Officer. Based in Berlin, she will oversee operations with a strong focus on safety,...
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Call for papers: Gulf Coatings Show 2025
The Call for Papers for the Gulf Coatings Show is now open. Take this opportunity to present your research and innovations to an international audience at one of the most important coatings events in the...
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Union warns of production halt at Dow sites in eastern Germany
More than 700 employees took to the streets in Saxony, Germany, to protest the potential closure of Dow’s chemical production sites in Böhlen and Schkopau. The IG BCE union warns that the consequences...
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BASF plans full acquisition of Alsachimie joint venture
BASF intends to acquire the remaining 49 % stake in the French joint venture Alsachimie from Domo. The move would strengthen its position in the polyamide 6.6 value chain and expand operations at its...
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Wacker launches hybrid polymer production in Nünchritz
Wacker has started producing hybrid polymers at its site in Nünchritz, Germany. The new facility is designed to expand capacity and enable efficient, integrated production processes.
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25-year field test confirms corrosion resistance of Akzo Nobel’s Resicoat
A long-term study in Germany has validated the corrosion protection performance of Akzo Nobel’s Resicoat epoxy powder coating. After 25 years underground in a drinking water pipeline, the coated components...
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Sudarshan interview: “Reinforcing our presence in key regions such as Europe and the Americas”
Sudarshan has recently completed the acquisition of Heubach. Managing Director Rajesh Rathi elaborates why this strategic move marks a milestone for the company. The acquisition provides the opportunity...
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Biesterfeld Switzerland under new management: Michael Schenck becomes General Manager
Biesterfeld has appointed Michael Schenck as the new General Manager of Biesterfeld Plastic Suisse and Biesterfeld Helvetia. In this position, he will be responsible for the Group's entire distribution...
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MC-Bauchemie opens new production facility in Switzerland
With a newly inaugurated plant for concrete admixtures in the canton of Aargau, MC-Bauchemie is strengthening its presence in the Swiss market. Local production is expected to reduce emissions, secure...
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Akzo Nobel plans further site closures in Europe
As part of its ongoing industrial transformation programme, Akzo Nobel intends to close its manufacturing sites in Wapenveld and Machelen. Production is to be consolidated at larger anchor sites to enhance...
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Wacker expands specialty silicones production in China
Wacker has inaugurated a new production complex for silicone oils, emulsions and elastomer gels at its site in Zhangjiagang, China. The investment supports the company’s “in China for China” strategy...
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Akzo Nobel unveils “sunscreen” coating system for urban cooling
Akzo Nobel has introduced a new water-based coating system in China that passively cools buildings and reduces energy consumption. The innovation combines a radiative topcoat and an aerogel-based mid-coat...