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DIC Group acquires Sapici and its holding company
The DIC Corporation has announced that its Milan-based wholly owned subsidiary Sun Chemical Group, has acquired 100% of the shares of Italian adhesives and polymers manufacturer Sapici and its holding...
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New podcast episode: The last year in review
In the latest episode of the European Coatings Podcast, we speak about how the past year has been for the paints and coatings industry and the results of our annual survey.
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Stockmeier strengthens market position in Spain
The Stockmeier Group has acquired the company New Química, located in Casarrubios del Monte (Toledo) with immediate effect.
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Imerys expands distribution partnership with Whit Chem
Imerys and Whit Chem, a distributor of specialist chemicals, minerals and polymers, have announced the expansion of their distribution agreement.
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Annual survey: Intensifying Pressure
Under the difficult circumstances, 2021 went relatively well for much of the industry. What worries everyone, however, is the precarious raw material situation. Hardly anyone expects an end or relief any...
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Arxada completes Merger with Troy
Arxada has announced the completion of the merger with Troy Corporation, a global leader in microbial control solutions and performance additives.
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Weyl Chem completes integration of Spanish subsidiary
With the appointment of Alix Deschamps as Managing Director, Weyl Chem has completed the integration of its latest acquisition, Weyl Chem Bilbao. The Group had acquired the sulfuric acid plant in August...
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Toyo Ink India expands gravure ink capacity
Toyo Ink India, a member of the Tokyo-based global specialty chemicals conglomerate Toyo Ink Group, recently installed a brand new gravure ink factory at its Gujarat site along the western coast of India....
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PPG expands automotive OEM coatings production in Germany
PPG has announced that it will invest more than USD 10 million (EUR 9 million) to expand production of automotive original equipment manufacturer (OEM) coatings at its site in Weingarten, Germany.
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BASF Color Report 2021″: Changing popularity of automotive colours
According to BASF, vehicle production declined overall, which led to shifts in the popularity of certain colour shades: Blue and red are currently enjoying particular popularity.
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Bodo Moeller Chemie and Evonik with new cooperation agreement
Starting on January 1, 2022, the Bodo Möller Chemie Group and Evonik Industries announce a cooperation for special binders and additives specifically for the paint and varnish industry as well as for...
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IMCD bolsters its presence in EMEA
IMCD has signed an agreement to acquire 100% of the shares of Polychem, a leading provider of chemical raw materials and additives in Austria and Southeast Europe.
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Cargill to acquire Croda’s bio-based industrial business
Cargill has reached an agreement with Croda to acquire the majority of its performance technologies and industrial chemicals business for EUR 915 million.
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Arkema strengthens its positions in adhesives in South Africa
Arkema has announced the proposed acquisition of Permoseal in South Africa, one of the leaders in adhesive solutions for woodworking, packaging, construction and DIY.