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Cautious and targeted approach to acquisitions
The consolidation in the paints and coatings sector continues. Even though the speed and number of transactions declined last year, M&A activity is not absent. By Damir Gagro.
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PPG inaugurates centre of excellence for automotive colours
PPG has inaugurated a centre of excellence at its Quattordio, Italy site that is intended to increase the efficiency for automotive colour development and application.
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Companies to separate joint MDI production in China
BASF, Huntsman, Shanghai Hua Yi, Shanghai Chlor-Alkali Chemical Co. Ltd. and Sinopec Shanghai Gaoqiao Petrochemical Co. Ltd. are about to separate joint MDI production in Caojing, China.
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Biesterfeld distributes pigment concentrate from Kronos
Biesterfeld Spezialchemie has obtained distribution rights for an innovative pigment concentrate from Kronos for digital printing.
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JAT Holdings incorporates JAT Paints Africa Limited in Kenya
Sri Lanka based JAT Holdings PLC has officially expanded to Africa in July 2023, through the incorporation of “JAT Paints Africa Limited” in Kenya, through a joint venture with Mayleen Corp – a Kenya-based...
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Röhm celebrates official opening of its new innovation center
After 18 months of construction, the chemical company Röhm officially opened a new innovation center at its site in Worms, Germany, together with the managing partner of the Thelen Group, the real estate...
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Sika invests in macro fibres
Sika has increased production capacities for macro fibres at its plant in Chattanooga, Tennessee, thus extending a product line of strategic importance for Region Americas.
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IGL Coatings appoints exclusive distributor for the Netherlands
IGL Coatings has announced the appointment of Quality Detail Distribution (“IGL Coatings Netherlands”) as its exclusive distributor for its automotive coatings in the Netherlands.
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IN Groupe acquires Gleitsmann Security Inks
IN Groupe has agreed to acquire 100% of the shares of Gleitsmann Security Inks GmbH (“GSI”) from Hubergroup Deutschland GmbH for an undisclosed consideration in cash.
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BASF to supply Neopentyl Glycol from Zhanjiang to Khua
BASF and Zhejiang Guanghua Technology Co.,Ltd. (Khua) have signed a Letter of Intent for the supply of Neopentyl Glycol (NPG) from BASF’s Zhanjiang Verbund site to Khua.
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Bodo Möller Chemie distributes Medmix products in Mexico
Successful continuation of distribution in Spain and Portugal: with the official distribution right of medmix products for Mexico, the specialty chemicals expert now lays the foundation for the development...
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Powder gaining momentum
PPG Industries has announced investment of over EUR 40 million to upgrade five powder coating manufacturing facilities in the United States and Latin America. By Bettina Hoffmann.
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ACI Group secures Chem Additive distribution deal
ACI Group has secured a new distribution partnership with Chem (Yueyang) Waterborne Additive ("Chem Additive"), a performance additive innovator based in Hunan, China.
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Sur Tec acquires TF Chemical
Sur Tec, global manufacturer of specialty chemicals and surface treatment solutions, has announced the acquisition of the Italian company TF Chemical, a renowned chemical supplier.