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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.
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DKSH to Distribute Organik Kimya Polymer Emulsions in Germany
DKSH has signed a new distribution agreement with Organik Kimya to expand its specialty chemicals portfolio. Acting as the exclusive distributor of polymer emulsions in Germany, DKSH strengthens its market...
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On the rise: bio-based coatings market
The key factors driving growth in the bio-based coatings market include stringent environmental regulations, increasing consumer demand for sustainable products, improvement in bio-based resin and polymer...
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Mipa establishes Mipa USA to strengthen presence in North America
Mipa has expanded presence in the United States. On one July 2025, long-standing distribution partner Fleetwood Products was transformed into new subsidiary Mipa USA, headquartered in New Jersey.
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Krahn Chemie expands Technical Service Centre in Bottrop
By expanding its Technical Service Centre in Bottrop, Krahn Chemie strengthens hands-on training and sustainable solutions. The extended 1,400 m² premises now combine state-of-the-art laboratories with...
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Byk establishes subsidiary in Brazil to strengthen presence in South America
With the foundation of Byk do Brasil and the appointment of Carlos Roberto C. Duarte Coelho as Managing Director, Byk is underlining the growing importance of the South American market for coatings, plastics...
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Avery Dennison to acquire Meridian Adhesives’ flooring adhesives business
Avery Dennison has signed an agreement to acquire the U.S.-based flooring adhesives business of Meridian Adhesives Group for USD 390 million. The deal is expected to close in the fourth quarter of 2025....
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Safic-Alcan expands footprint in Asia Pacific with acquisition of Ingredients Plus
Safic-Alcan strengthens its position in the Asia Pacific region by acquiring Ingredients Plus in Malaysia and Singapore, focusing on specialty chemicals for personal care, home care, coatings and other...
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IMCD acquires Italian speciality chemicals distributor Tillmanns
IMCD strengthens its presence in Italy with the acquisition of Tillmanns. The deal broadens its portfolio in coatings, construction, food and water treatment markets.
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ECHA publishes updated PFAS restriction proposal
The European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) has published the updated proposal to restrict per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) under the EU’s chemicals regulation, REACH. The update has been prepared...