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BASF Coatings signs global partnership agreement with Ineos Automotive
Ineos Automotive and BASF's Coatings division have signed an agreement to develop a global body and refinish program. The partnership includes the provision of sustainable refinish coatings, expertise,...
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Henkel and Covestro cooperate for the sustainability of adhesives for timber components
Henkel and Covestro are cooperating to promote the sustainability of adhesives in timber construction. Covestro provides polyurethane-based materials based on bio-attributed raw materials, which are used...
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BASF announces further job cuts and savings program
The chemical company BASF is launching a further savings program due to weak demand in Europe. According to the DAX-listed company, additional annual costs of one billion euros are to be saved at the Ludwigshafen...
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Chemetall celebrates the opening of a new global aluminum competence center in Italy
The Surface Treatment business unit of BASF's Coatings division, operating under the Chemetall brand, today celebrated the opening of its new global aluminum competence center in Giussano, Italy.
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Belzona UK opens new facility in Wales
Belzona UK announces the opening of its independent UK Distributorship.
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Personnel changes at BASF
Julia Raquet as new President of Europe, Middle East and Africa and Dr. Martin Volland as new President of Nutrition & Health.
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Sustainability and efficiency: driving innovation in protective coatings
In an era defined by environmental consciousness and economic pragmatism, the protective coatings industry finds itself at a pivotal juncture. Led by the imperatives of sustainability and efficiency, research...
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Peters stabilizes sales in the Far East
Peters is strengthening the up-and-coming region of South East Asia: Melvin Sagala has now signed an employment contract as a representative of the protective coatings manufacturer.
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PPG appointed two executive roles for its industrial and automotive coatings divisions
Irene Tasi and Alisha Bellezza will enhance PPG's position in the industrial and automotive coatings markets.
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Gardco former president and chairman of the board passes at the age of 81
Paul N. Gardner Jr., former President and Chairman of the Board of the Paul N. Gardner Company (Gardco), passed away on February 8, 2024, at the age of 81.
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IMCD Australia and New Zealand strengthen its coatings and construction business with the acquisition of ResChem
IMCD, a global leading distribution partner, formulator of speciality chemicals and ingredients, announces that IMCD has signed an agreement to acquire the business of the speciality distribution company...
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BASF realigns business strategy
BASF aims to increase profitability by spinning off business units and transforming them into independent subsidiaries.
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AkzoNobel completes expansion of its largest powder coatings plant
A major capacity expansion has been completed at AkzoNobel’s Powder Coatings site in Como, Italy, which will help secure supply to customers across Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA).
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New collaboration between HS Chem and Nordmann
HS Chem has made a name for itself in the Asian market with its rheology additives, and Nordmann is excited about the opportunity to pursue new projects in partnership with its successful team.