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Evonik: CEO contract extended and new CFO appointed
The supervisory board of Essen-based speciality chemicals company Evonik has made significant personnel decisions: Christian Kullmann will continue as CEO until 2030, and Michael Rauch will take over as...
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PPG reacts to inflation with global price increase of 20 %
PPG has announced a global price increase of up to 20 % across its paints, coatings, and specialty products portfolio, citing elevated costs in raw materials, logistics, and energy.
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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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Biodegradable barrier coating for paper packaging
Researchers at INNOVENT e.V. and speciality paper manufacturer Reflex have developed a bio-based coating combining biopolymers and waxes that enhances the water vapour barrier of paper while preserving...
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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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Multifunctional superamphiphobic coating enhances corrosion and icing resistance on aluminium alloy
A new superamphiphobic coating for 5083 aluminium alloy combines water and oil repellency with anti-corrosion and anti-icing performance, promising broad industrial applications.
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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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Runaway silicone polymerisation enables innovative fire-shielding coatings
A novel intumescent silicone coating harnesses runaway hydrosilylation polymerisation to deliver exceptional thermal stability, flame resistance, and protective performance for fire-prone materials.
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Breathable coating technology transforms rust stabilisation for weathering steels
Inspired by textile industry innovations, a novel breathable coating with SiO₂ nanoparticles enhances rust stabilisation on weathering steels, offering efficiency, eco-friendliness, and durability.