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Teko launches smart-tinting solution in Singapore and Malaysia

Teko Tinting and Engineering, the Asia-based member of the Inkmaker Group, has launched a new point-of-sale tinting (POS tinting) solution in Southeast Asia.

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Applied Graphene Materials signs distribution agreement with Arpadis Benelux

Applied Graphene Materials has signed a distribution agreement with the European chemical distributor Arpadis Benelux.

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After a one-year construction period: Frei Lacke puts new administration building into operation

The previously two-storey building has been extended by a further floor and will in future offer space for 70 employees of the commercial departments on 1407m2.

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Akzo Nobel: Renewal of major plant for water based products in China

As Chinese customers and consumers demand more water-based decorative paints, Akzo Nobel’s Guangzhou plant aims to deliver.

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DKSH exclusively partners with Sasol Chemicals

DKSH has entered into an exclusive distribution agreement with the Wax Division of Sasol Chemicals, a specialist in innovative wax technology, for four key markets in Europe.

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Further recovery in the European paint and coating production in June 2020

According to the market research and consulting institute Chem Research, the May trends in paint production in Europe continued in June.

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Trade fair: Chemspec Europe 2020 postponed again

The 35th international exhibition for fine and speciality chemicals will take place in 2021 at Messe Frankfurt, Germany.

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New subsidiary: Epple Druckfarben Benelux starts work

The newly founded company Epple Druckfarben Benelux has started its operations in Turnhout, Belgium.

The European Coatings Suppliers Hub offers a variety of product innovations.
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Have you already heard of the European Coatings Suppliers Hub?

Covid 19 has changed business immensely: trade shows have been postponed and business travel and face to face meetings have been made more difficult. The European Coatings Suppliers Hub is a digital alternative...

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Ink Systems becomes Zeller+Gmelin’s new representative in South East Asia

The Thailand-based company Ink Systems has officially taken over the distribution of printing inks and varnishes from Zeller+Gmelin for the Southeast Asian region.

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Siegwerk focuses on increasing virtual customer retention

Siegwerk wants – especially in times of limited business travel – to expand its digital services by adding virtual tools for customer interaction and engagement.

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Functional coatings: Potential for all industry sectors

Interest in functional coatings is coming from all types of coatings sectors, says Arno Schut. We spoke to the innovation manager at Axcentive about trends in the field.  

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Chemlogis and Sanitized announce new strategic sales partnership

Chemlogis will market the Sanitized antimicrobial additives for hygiene functions and material protection for polymers in Mexico.

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After a difficult first half-year: Covestro sees itself well on track for the rest of 2020

Covestro considers itself to be on a clear course and well-positioned for the rest of the year following challenging first six months as a result of the coronavirus pandemic.