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Evonik materially lifts outlook for 2024
In a challenging environment, Evonik has reported preliminary key figures for the second quarter, exceeding analysts' expectations and raising its outlook for the fiscal year 2024.
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Top 3 Countries with the most companies in the Top 25 of the paint and coatings industry
In the current ranking of the Top 25 companies in the paint and coatings industry by revenue, three countries stand out: Germany, the Netherlands, and Denmark. These countries have the most companies in...
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Bio-based coatings: Growing market share, unclear definition
Industry experts share their assessment of the market for bio-based coatings in terms of market share, main drivers, and challenges. By Kirsten Wrede
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Alberdingk Boley & Jeson Industries form partnership in India
Jesons Industries Limited and Alberdingk Boley are pleased to announce their cooperation in the field of Polyurethane Dispersions (PUD) in the Indian market.
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Akzo Nobel lays foundation stone for Pamiers site redevelopment
Akzo Nobel has officially commenced the transformation and development project for its Pamiers site, which specializes in aircraft coatings.
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Value-based and performance-oriented price management for manufacturers of paints and coatings
The chemical industry continues to face major challenges. Geopolitical tensions, uncertainty on the sales markets and high investment requirements for digitalization, the circular economy and energy efficiency...
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Nouryon announces strategic agreement with Brenntag Specialties for U.S. asphalt additives distribution
Nouryon has announced a strategic distribution agreement with Brenntag Specialties for the U.S. market.
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New partnership: Krahn Chemie Benelux and Mitsubishi Chemical Europe sign distribution agreement
Krahn Chemie Benelux, a leading distributor of specialty chemicals, has announced a new partnership with Mitsubishi Chemical Europe (MCE).
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CoSI 2024
This year’s conference took place in Noordwijk, The Netherlands, from 24 to 27 June.
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Experts in demand: Survey on functional coatings
The global demand for functional coatings is growing rapidly due to their ability to improve surface properties and product performance. Buzzwords include anti-fouling, anti-icing, self-cleaning – to...
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Sustainability in Wood Coatings: Insights from Dr. Alexander Kröger (Grace)
Dr. Alexander Kröger talked to our European Coatings editor Bettina Hoffmann about the latest advancements and sustainability trends in wood coatings. He explains how Grace is focusing on renewable energy...
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Nippon Paint launches in East Africa
Nippon Paint launched in the East African market in automotive refinish, car care, wood coating, and industrial coatings.
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Akzo Nobel upgrades Chinese site
A newly updated and automated production line is up and running at Akzo Nobel’s Suzhou site in China, part of a €14 million investment designed to accelerate growth and double the plant’s capacity...
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Beckers Group reveals leadership changes
Beckers Group announced a strategic change of its regions and leadership. Eric Fouissac, Pia Götze and Jared Ireland will fill new positions in the future.