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BASF raises full-year 2026 earnings outlook after strong Q2 results
BASF has reported preliminary figures for the second quarter of 2026, with EBITDA before special items reaching EUR 2.4 billion – considerably above both analyst consensus and the prior-year figure....
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Bronopol-functionalised WPU repels dirt, water and bacteria
A newly developed fluorine-free water-borne polyurethane coating combines durable antibacterial and antifouling properties across a wide range of substrates. Functionalised with bronopol and modified with...
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MC-Bauchemie establishes new company in Kenya
With the establishment of MC-Bauchemie Kenya, the MC-Bauchemie Group is continuing its growth trajectory in Africa. The new site in Nairobi is intended to serve as a production and competence centre for...
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RPM Names David C. Dennsteadt as President and COO
RPM International announced that David C. Dennsteadt has been named president and chief operating officer for RPM, effective July 17, 2026.
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Rigid-flexible interface enhances carbon fibre/epoxy performance
A novel "rigid-flexible" interface design combining lignin-based epoxy resin with nano-cerium oxide sol significantly enhances the mechanical performance of carbon fibre/epoxy composites. The approach...
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Chemical and pharmaceutical industry: half-year results for 2026 show continuing crisis
The half-year results 2026 of the German Chemical Industry Association (VCI) point to a persistently strained economic situation in the chemical and pharmaceutical industry. Falling production, declining...
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AGC Chemicals Europe initiates consultation on closure of Hillhouse facility
AGC Chemicals Europe has announced a consultation process on a proposal to cease production at its Hillhouse facility in Thornton Cleveleys, Lancashire, due to ongoing financial and operational challenges....
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Keratin from chicken feathers boosts coating performance
Researchers at Fraunhofer IPA and Fraunhofer IAP are investigating whether keratin extracted from chicken feathers can be used as a multifunctional additive in coatings. The bio-based protein could improve...
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Ultrasonic guided waves cut corrosion rate on coated steel pipes
A novel active anti-corrosion technique uses ultrasonic guided waves as an "acoustic coating" to protect metal surfaces against salt-spray corrosion. Experimental results show that the method reduces the...
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Brazil enacts stringent lead paint law, aligning with global standards
Brazil has passed Law 15,441/2026, setting a maximum lead content of 90 ppm for all paint categories. The regulation modernises the country’s coatings sector, enhancing public health and environmental...
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Weakening hydrogen bonds lowers PUA viscosity for UV curing
A two-step chemical modification strategy based on hydroxymethylation and acetylation can reduce the viscosity of polyurethane acrylate by up to 51.55 % without compromising key performance properties....
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Akzo Nobel expands aerospace coatings production in France
Akzo Nobel has reached a key milestone in its EUR 22 million expansion project at the Pamiers production site, boosting capacity, efficiency, and sustainability in aerospace coatings production.
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Jowat expands to South Korea
Jowat has established Jowat Korea, a subsidiary based in Seoul. The aim is to meet the growing demand for industrial adhesives in South Korea and to further advance the company’s international growth...
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Olin-Huntsman: A new chemical giant and its impact on coatings
As Olin and Huntsman combine their businesses, the coatings industry faces questions over competition, innovation, supply security and pricing. While the companies promise greater efficiency and stronger...