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DKSH to fully acquire and delist Malaysian Subsidiary DHMB
DKSH has announced its intention to acquire the remaining minority shares of DKSH Holdings (Malaysia) Berhad (DHMB) to take the subsidiary private. The move aligns with its strategy to simplify corporate...
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Markus Kamieth appointed Cefic President
In his new role, BASF CEO succeeds Ilham Kadri, CEO of Syensqo.
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Plasreco promotes PFAS-free coating solutions for packaging, leather and textiles
The Plasreco project is developing silicon-based functional coatings applied by atmospheric plasma as a sustainable alternative to PFAS-based treatments.
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Powder coatings: expanding performance boundaries open new markets
Powder coatings are increasingly moving beyond their traditional role as an environmentally friendly alternative to liquid systems. Advances in formulation, curing technology and functional performance...
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Nanomaterials rethink sustainability strategies in coatings
Nanomaterials are increasingly shaping how the coatings industry approaches sustainability – not as a short-term response to regulatory pressure, but as a long-term materials strategy. Researchers and...
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Epoxy-based double-layer superhydrophobic coating delivers high mechanical durability and long-term corrosion resistance
A newly developed epoxy-based superhydrophobic coating with an embedded double-layer structure increases bonding strength by 33 % compared with silane-based systems and provides over thirty days of corrosion...
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Regulations: strengthening data security
With increasing digitalisation and connectivity, the risk of cyberattacks leading to data loss, data misuse or even production downtime is also rising for manufacturers and formulators of paints and coatings. By...
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Top 10 reports of the year: that’s what the coatings industry is interested in
Which topics shaped the coatings industry in 2025? From scientific breakthroughs and emerging technologies to major strategic shifts in the global market – this year brought a wide range of developments...
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Methacrylate functionalisation unlocks new polymerisation potential for itaconic acid
Researchers introduce two new methacrylate-functionalised itaconic acid monomers that achieve high conversions and controlled polymerisation. The approach significantly expands the applicability of this...
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Akzo Nobel CFO Maarten de Vries extends tenure to steer Axalta merger
Akzo Nobel has announced that CFO Maarten de Vries will extend his term by one year to provide stability during the proposed merger with Axalta, ensuring consistent leadership in a pivotal phase for the...
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Catalytic conversion of LDPE waste into light olefins using Cu/ZSM-5
A recent study demonstrates that LDPE waste can be efficiently converted into C2–C4 light olefins using a Cu/ZSM-5 catalyst. Olefin yields increased to around 65.9 %, while the formation of wax, liquids...
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Durable transparent flame-retardant and antibacterial siloxane coating for natural fabrics
A newly developed aromatic siloxane coating with an α-aminophosphonate covalent structure provides cotton and silk with high flame retardancy, antibacterial activity and exceptional transparency, while...
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Axalta’s global automotive colour report: white remains top choice
Axalta’s 73rd annual Global Automotive Colour Popularity Report reveals white, grey, and black continuing to dominate globally, with subtle shifts towards chromatic and bold colour choices in regional...
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Bio-based alkyd polyols for UV-curable water-borne polyurethane acrylate coatings
A recent study demonstrates that bio-based alkyd polyols derived from fatty acids are suitable raw materials for high-performance UV-curable water-borne polyurethane acrylate coatings.