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BASF starts production of first products at its new Verbund site in Zhanjiang
BASF has started producing the first products at its new Verbund site in Zhanjiang, South China. The facility marks the company’s largest single investment project to date and is expected to be fully...
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BASF posts solid third-quarter results – Coatings business to be classified as discontinued operation
BASF achieved results slightly above market expectations in the third quarter of 2025 despite a weak market environment. The company reported EBITDA before special items of EUR 1.4 billion and announced...
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Interview: ‘The agreement between BASF and Carlyle laid the foundation for the future independence of the Coatings division.’
Uta Holzenkamp, President of BASF Coatings, talks exclusively to European Coatings Journal about the upcoming change of ownership and the future of the coatings division. She explains how her team is preparing...
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BASF to sell Coatings business to Carlyle in EUR 7.7 billion deal
BASF has agreed to sell its automotive OEM coatings, refinish coatings, and surface treatment businesses to Carlyle and the Qatar Investment Authority (QIA) for EUR 7.7 billion. The closing is expected...
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BASF expands dispersion production for architectural coatings and construction in Dilovası
BASF has started up a new production line for dispersions at its Dilovası site in Türkiye. The expansion increases capacity for architectural coatings and construction materials, strengthens regional...
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BASF reports weaker earnings in Q2 2025
BASF reported a decline in earnings in the second quarter of 2025. While Agricultural Solutions delivered strong growth, the Chemicals segment put pressure on results.
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New approaches for Polyurethane-coatings – from DTM to isocyanate-free systems
PU coatings are indispensable in many industries — yet they face clear limitations. Significant gaps remain, especially in water-based systems and direct-to-metal applications. Dr. Chintankumar Jayanthilal...
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BASF, Akzo Nobel and Arkema cut carbon footprint of architectural powder coatings
BASF, Akzo Nobel and Arkema have formed a value chain partnership to reduce the carbon footprint of superdurable architectural powder coatings. The approach combines bio-attributed raw materials with supplier-specific...
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BASF and Univar Solutions expand distribution agreement in North America
BASF has appointed Univar Solutions and its Canadian affiliate as exclusive distributors for selected specialty chemicals in the United States and Canada. The agreement covers applications in coatings,...
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BASF lowers forecast after mixed second quarter 2025
BASF posted stable volumes in Q2 2025, but margins in Basic Chemicals remained under pressure. The company has revised its EBITDA forecast for the full year.
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BASF adjusts 2025 forecast downward
Due to ongoing macroeconomic uncertainties and weaker demand, BASF has revised its forecast for the full year 2025 downward. The chemical group now expects EBITDA before special items to be between 7.3...
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Confirmed: BASF explores strategic options for its coatings business
BASF is reviewing strategic options for its global Coatings business, including a potential sale or joint venture. The company is said to have confirmed this in a statement to PCI Magazine clarifying its...
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BASF reportedly considers sale of its Coatings division
According to Bloomberg and Der Aktionär, BASF has initiated a sale process for its Coatings business. The unit could be valued at around EUR 6 billion, with several bidders already showing interest....
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BASF plans full acquisition of Alsachimie joint venture
BASF intends to acquire the remaining 49 % stake in the French joint venture Alsachimie from Domo. The move would strengthen its position in the polyamide 6.6 value chain and expand operations at its...