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BASF strengthens production capacity in India with new dispersions line
BASF is expanding its operations in India by adding a new dispersions production line at its Mangalore site. This investment aims to meet growing local demand for high-quality dispersions in paints, coatings,...
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Azelis reports strong cash flow growth in challenging markets despite profit decline
Azelis delivered a free cash flow of EUR 442 million in 2025, marking a 29.2 % increase compared to the previous year. Despite declining revenue and a 40 % drop in net profit, the company remains optimistic...
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IMCD reports 2025 EBITA decline despite revenue growth and acquisitions
IMCD has released its financial results for 2025, reporting a 6 % decrease in operating EBITA to EUR 498 million. While revenue grew by 5 % on a constant currency basis, challenging macroeconomic conditions...
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Sustainable biologic paint: bacterial pigments and protein binder show promising durability
A novel paint formulation using E. coli-derived pigments and a casein binder offers an eco-friendly alternative to conventional paints, demonstrating comparable colour stability under various conditions....
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Carbon dots revolutionising polymer coatings: a review of recent advances
Carbon dots (CDs), with their nanoscopic dimensions and multifunctional properties, are transforming polymer coatings by enhancing corrosion resistance, antibacterial activity, flame retardancy, and more....
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BASF expands dispersions production in India to meet growing demand in architectural paints and construction
BASF is enhancing its Mangalore site with a new dispersions production line, aiming to strengthen supply reliability and support the evolving needs of architectural paints, construction, and paper industries...
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Bühler increases EBIT margin
Swiss engineering group Bühler achieved an increased EBIT margin of 8.0% in 2025 despite challenging market conditions. With innovations, global presence and sustainable solutions, the company is focusing...
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Multifunctional flame-retardant and thermal insulating coatings for polyester/cotton fabrics
A novel coating system combining thermo-expandable microspheres (TEM) and ammonium polyphosphate-based intumescent flame retardants (IFR) enhances the thermal insulation and fire protection of polyester/cotton...
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European Coatings Podcast: Sustainability in architetural coatings with AkzoNobel
What does sustainability really mean for architectural coatings—and where are the toughest trade-offs? In the latest episode of the European Coatings Podcast, editor Yeray Arauco is joined by two AkzoNobel...
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Self-healing copper anticorrosion films deliver adaptive protection without organic solvents
Researchers developed solvent-free polydisulfide films for copper surfaces using emulsion-assisted self-assembly. The innovative coatings repair and strengthen themselves in corrosive environments, achieving...
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Innovative fluorine-free hydrophobic coating boosts solar panel efficiency and durability
Researchers developed a scalable, fluorine-free hydrophobic coating for solar panels, offering self-cleaning, thermal insulation, and increased energy harvesting. The eco-friendly solution enhances performance...
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Toyo Ink India opens research centre at IISc Bengaluru for sustainable materials innovation
Toyo Ink India has inaugurated the 'artience Technology and Innovation Centre – India' at the Indian Institute of Science in Bengaluru. This marks the artience Group's first research centre outside Japan,...
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Safe handling of fluoropolymers: a lifecyle approach
Fluoropolymers are indispensable materials in modern industry, underpinning critical applications in aerospace, electronics, healthcare, energy, and beyond. Their unique properties – chemical resistance,...
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Bodo Möller Chemie and Henkel expand sales cooperation in the automotive sector
The Bodo Möller Chemie Group and Henkel are strengthening their strategic partnership and expanding their cooperation in the automotive components sector to Southern Europe and the Benelux countries....