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Due day for vote on proposed merger of Akzo Nobel and Axalta
5 August 2026 is a defining day for the global coatings industry as shareholders of Akzo Nobel and Axalta will vote on a merger that could reshape the global coatings industry for years to come. By Sonja...
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Sherwin-Williams reports 7.5 % net sales growth in Q2 2026
The coatings manufacturer has published its financial results for the second quarter of 2026, reporting consolidated net sales of USD 6.79 billion and a net income increase of 11.8 % year on year, with...
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Wacker Chemie Q2 2026: EBITDA rises sharply on cost savings and pension provision effect
Wacker Chemie has reported second-quarter 2026 results showing a significant year-on-year increase in EBITDA, driven by savings from its PACE cost-cutting programme and a non-operating pension-related...
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IMCD grows EBITA by 8 % in first half of 2026
The speciality chemicals distributor has posted an operating EBITA of EUR 285 million for the first half of 2026, representing an 8 % increase on a constant currency basis. Revenue rose to EUR 2,638 million,...
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BASF raises full-year outlook after Q2 earnings growth and coatings divestiture
BASF has reported higher earnings across nearly all business segments in the second quarter of 2026, driven by stronger prices and volume growth. The German chemicals group has also raised its full-year...
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Univar Solutions acquires Interpur Chemicals
Univar Solutions has acquired Interpur Chemicals, a distributor of polyurethanes and powder coatings in Europe. The transaction strengthens the chemical distributor's performance materials business and...
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Asia Pacific Coatings Industry Council: Cautious optimism despite uncertainty
Rising raw-material costs, geopolitical disruption and regulation are putting pressure on coatings producers across Asia. At the same time, the region continues to offer strong growth opportunities and...
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RPM International posts record sales and earnings for fiscal year 2026
The US-based manufacturer of specialty coatings, sealants and building materials has reported record full-year sales of USD 7.86 billion for fiscal 2026, a 6.7% increase over the prior year.
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Siegwerk accelerates investment programme to expand global printing inks and coatings capabilities
The supplier of printing inks and coatings for packaging applications and labels has more than doubled its annual investment volume in 2025 as part of its long-term growth strategy. Over the next five...
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The transportation coatings market
The global transportation coatings market is projected to grow from USD 36.38 billion in 2025 to USD 60.86 billion by 2036, at a CAGR of 4.8%. How is the situation at the market currently? By Rajib Barman,...
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Nippon Paint Holdings reorganises Japan subsidiaries
Nippon Paint Holdings has announced a restructuring of its Japanese subsidiary network, effective January 2027. The reorganisation will dissolve Nippon Paint Surf Chemicals and redistribute its surface...
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Akzo Nobel and Axalta refine merger governance after shareholder dialogue
Akzo Nobel and Axalta Coating Systems have announced adjustments to the proposed governance framework for their planned merger of equals, following extensive engagement with shareholders. The changes affect...
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Burgess Pigment completes acquisition of Thiele Kaolin
Burgess Pigment has finalised its acquisition of Thiele Kaolin Company, bringing together two complementary kaolin businesses with shared roots in Sandersville, Georgia, USA.
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Akzo Nobel posts fifth consecutive quarter of margin growth
Akzo Nobel has published its results for the second quarter of 2026, reporting increases in operating income, adjusted EBITDA margin, and organic sales.