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LB Group completes acquisition of Venator’s titanium dioxide site
The Greatham site will operate under the newly established entity, Tioxide, and production is set to restart in 2026.
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Evonik expands specialty amine production in Nanjing
With a strategic investment in the double-digit million euro range, Evonik is strengthening its production capacities for specialty amines in China. The expansion supports sustainable solutions and the...
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Snetor takes over distribution for Ineos Olefins & Polymers in Europe
Since 22 April 2026, Snetor has been distributing the polyethylene and polypropylene products of Ineos Olefins & Polymers in Germany, Italy, Spain and Portugal. In France, Snetor will exclusively market...
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PPG invests in radiation-curable coatings testing line in France
PPG has announced the installation of a new testing line dedicated to radiation-curable coatings at its European R&D Centre in Marly, France. The investment aims to accelerate innovation in UV-curing...
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Akzo Nobel announces sale of its Pakistan business to Packages Group
Akzo Nobel has reached an agreement to divest its Pakistan operations to Packages Group, marking a strategic move to streamline its global portfolio. The deal aligns with the company's focus on core markets...
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Raw material markets under pressure
The situation on the raw material markets remains tense for the coatings and printing inks industry. Rising prices, volatile markets and persistent disruptions along the supply chains have shaped the picture...
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Wyn Polymers expands water-based capabilities with new reactor
Wyn Polymers has announced the commissioning of a state-of-the-art reactor for water-based polymers at its facility in Mexico. This strategic investment enhances its production capacity by approximately...
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BCF elects Jane Ryder as new president
Jane Ryder has been elected as the new President of the British Coatings Federation (BCF), succeeding Sharon Harte. Ryder’s priorities include launching the PaintCare recycling programme and advocating...
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Grolman expands German distribution partnership with Bruchsaler Farbenfabrik
Effective 1 April 2026, Grolman has extended its distribution agreement with Bruchsaler Farbenfabrik across Germany.
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Karen Carter to succeed Jim Fitterling as Dow CEO
Dow has announced Karen S. Carter as its next CEO, effective 1 July 2026. She will replace Jim Fitterling, who will transition to Executive Chair of the Board.
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Nouryon expands production in China
Nouryon is increasing its manufacturing capacity for premium colloidal silica at its Guangzhou site, addressing the rising demand in Asia Pacific for advanced emissions control catalysts, electrical steel...
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EC Podcast: BCF on regulation, raw materials and the UK coatings landscape
What are the biggest challenges facing the UK coatings industry today—and how is the British Coatings Federation (BCF) advocating for its members? In the latest episode of the European Coatings Podcast,...
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Interview: Combining sustainability and business
Beckers has firmly anchored sustainability in their corporate strategy. Pia Götze, President Europe & Africa at Beckers, provides insights into how the Swedish family-owned company is adapting to...
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Coil coatings: Sherwin-Williams completes plant expansion
Sherwin-Williams has finalised a significant expansion of its coil coatings facility in Bowling Green, Kentucky. The upgrade boosts production capacity by 60 %.