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Spanish paints and printing inks industry gathers in Valencia to discuss growth, innovation and future challenges
The Spanish paints and printing inks industry gathered in Valencia for ASEFAPI’s annual meeting, highlighting another year of steady growth and resilience. With total turnover reaching €2.067 billion,...
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Haryono Lim appointed President and Chairman for BASF Greater China
Dr Jeffrey Jianfeng Lou, current head of the division, will leave the company.
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Berger Paints Bangladesh names Mohsin Habib Chowdhury CEO and Managing Director
Berger Paints Bangladesh has appointed Mohsin Habib Chowdhury as CEO and Managing Director, effective 01 August 2026. With over 31 years of industry experience, Chowdhury is recognised for his leadership...
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PPG announces Jamie Beggs as new CFO
The global coatings manufacturer has appointed Jamie Beggs as senior vice president and chief financial officer, effective 6 July 2026. Beggs, with over 25 years of financial leadership experience, will...
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Carsten Peder Jensen appointed Managing Director for Scandinavia at Bodo Möller Chemie
With effect from 1 April 2026, Carsten Peder Jensen has taken on the role of Managing Director for Scandinavia at Bodo Möller Chemie. In his new position, he will focus in particular on the ongoing expansion...
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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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IMCD announces new managing director for Canada
The global distributor of speciality chemicals and ingredients has appointed Reanne Rust as the managing director for its Canadian operations. With over 20 years of experience in speciality chemicals,...
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RPM announces leadership changes in Consumer Group
RPM International has promoted Don Harmeyer to group president and Tom Schweiger to chief financial officer of its Consumer Group, aiming to drive global growth and efficiency in the division.
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Vasant Chemicals appoints Ganesh Venkatraman as new managing director
The India-based specialty chemicals company, part of the WeylChem Group, strengthens leadership with the appointment of Ganesh Venkatraman.
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BASF Coatings: Jens Lühring to succeed Dr Uta Holzenkamp
Jens Lühring will take over as CEO of BASF Coatings following the closing of the transaction between BASF and Carlyle.
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Oxea completes executive team and drives transformation forward
The chemical company has completed its global management team by filling several key positions. In doing so, the company is strategically positioning itself for its next phase of growth.
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IMCD appoints Hedwig Koopmans as managing director of IMCD Switzerland
The global specialty chemicals distributor has named Hedwig Koopmans managing director of IMCD Switzerland, effective 1 April 2026.
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IMCD nominates Andreas Igerl as CCO
IMCD has announced the nomination of Andreas Igerl as Chief Commercial Officer (CCO) and member of the Management Board. With his extensive international experience, Igerl will focus on strengthening supplier...
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Arkema appoints Nicola Tei as CEO for Italy
Nicola Tei joins Arkema as Chief Executive Officer of its Italian subsidiary, replacing Giulio Cocco, who has led Arkema Italy since 2012 and is retiring.