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Clariant achieves 100% PFAS-free additive portfolio
Clariant introduces a fully PFAS-free additive portfolio, setting a new benchmark in the industry. The company responds to increasing regulatory demands while offering more sustainable alternatives. ...
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Strategic realignment: OQ Chemicals sells Dutch ester plant to Perstorp Group
The global chemical company OQ Chemicals has sold its Dutch esters plant in Amsterdam to Perstorp Group as part of a strategic realignment to optimize operational efficiency and drive growth in core business...
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Plantag Coatings opens modern production plant in Detmold
Plantag Coatings has opened a new production plant in Detmold. The plant is designed to manufacture innovative coating systems.
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Flint Group opens production facility for water-based and radiation-curing printing inks and coatings in India
Flint Group is expanding its manufacturing capabilities in India with a new state-of-the-art facility focused on producing water-based inks and coatings for the paper and packaging industry. The company...
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IntAIRCOAT: Call for Speakers extended
IntAIRCOAT, the international conference for aerospace coatings, is extending its call for speakers. The new deadline for submissions is 12 January 2025.
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Heidi G. Petz to assume the role of chair of the board & Sherwin-Williams executive chairman John Morikis to retire
The Sherwin-Williams Company announced that John G. Morikis will retire from his position as Executive Chairman effective as of the close of business on December 31, 2024, following a 40-year career with...
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Weicon opens branch in Australia
The Münster-based family business Weicon now operates its own locations on every continent. The new subsidiary near Brisbane is headed by Joelle del Rio.
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H.B. Fuller strengthens medical technology portfolio with Medifill acquisition and sells flooring business
H.B. Fuller announces a strategic shift: the acquisition of Medifill and GEM expands its medical technology portfolio, while the company divests its flooring business and reorganizes its construction adhesives...
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Covestro & Adnoc: Major take-over on the horizon
German speciality chemicals company Covestro has signed an investment agreement with entities of Adnoc, including Adnoc International and its subsidiary, Adnoc International Germany Holding.
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BASF reaffirms commitment to Ludwigshafen despite cost-cutting measures
Despite a comprehensive cost-cutting program that includes job reductions, BASF has pledged its continued commitment to its Ludwigshafen headquarters. Site leader Katja Scharpwinkel emphasized the importance...
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Radiation curing technology: a changing market
Radiation curing technology is increasingly recognized as an innovative solution for sustainable and efficient production. Despite its promising advantages—such as lower operational costs and higher...
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Econic Technologies signs memorandum of understanding with GC and Allnex to develop sustainable coating systems
Econic Technologies, a deep-tech company specializing in renewable carbon, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with PTT Global Chemical Public Company Limited (GC) and Allnex.
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PPG announces industrial coatings leadership changes
Juliane Hefel, currently vice president, specialty coatings and materials (SCM), has been appointed senior vice president of industrial coatings in addition to her strategic and operational leadership...
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BASF releases ‘Automotive Color Trends’ 2024-2025
Every year, the designers of BASF's Coatings division create a new collection of colours to inspire automotive designers worldwide. The current theme of Automotive Color Trends 2024–2025 draws on the...