Decorative coatings
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Decorative coatings: San Marco Group acquires Oikos
San Marco Group has acquired the historic Italian coatings brand Oikos, a renowned name in Italian decorative finishes. The acquisition solidifies San Marco’s position as a key player in Italy's coatings...
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Challenges ahead: an update on the European decorative paint market
The European decorative paint market remains challenging. However, there are some positive signs that the economic environment may improve. The construction sector is still under pressure, and DIY consumers...
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Decorative coatings worldwide: Why regional markets follow very different dynamics
From legislation to climate and customer expectations — the market for decorative coatings varies significantly by region. A closer look reveals just how diverse the global picture really is.
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Between green goals and market demands: Decorative coatings in a balancing act
Demand for sustainable products continues to grow — but decorative coatings must also be durable, affordable, and easy to apply. Striking the right balance is one of the greatest challenges facing the...
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Supply chains under pressure: Why local sourcing is gaining ground in the decorative coatings market
Global uncertainties are forcing the paint and coatings industry to rethink its sourcing strategies. In the decorative segment, more and more manufacturers are turning to local supply chains — for both...
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IMCD survey: Industry trends shaping the future
As the coatings and construction industry navigates an evolving landscape, IMCD’s latest Customer Trends Survey provides insights into the key megatrends shaping the market in 2025 and beyond. Carola...
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Architectural coatings: Need for increased durability
Ravi Ravichandran, chief scientist and co-founder of Amindon shares his perspective on the architectural coatings segment. Interview by Bettina Hoffmann
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Arkema acquires Polimeros Especiales
The acquisition of the water-borne resins producer is strengthening the Group’s offering in solvent-free solutions and its position in this fast-growing region.
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Akzo Nobel announces EUR 20 million investment
A EUR 20 million investment has been announced by Akzo Nobel to increase and improve production at two of its sites in France. Around 30 new jobs will be created.
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Industry body takes action on greenwash claims in decorative paints
The British Coatings Federation (BCF) have launched a new online guide, "Green Claims Guide to Decorative Paints", to tackle the rising number of green claims emerging in the decorative paints industry....
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Interview: “Oman has had a steady growth in the region over the past decade“
Hempel has acquired Khimj Paints. We spoke to Mark Rees, Vice President, Head of Decorative, Middle East at Hempel, about the acquisition, the market in Oman and the decorative coatings segment.
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Hempel acquires Omani coatings company Khimji Paints
Hempel has completed the acquisition of Khimji Paints. This is Hempel’s first acquisition in the Decorative segment in the Middle East.
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Novel plant oil-based polymers as binders for artist paints
A series of plant oil based polyvinyl ethers were synthesised and evaluated as potential replacements for linseed oil in artists' paints. The paints showed controllable drying behavior and low yellowness....
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Interview: “We are leveraging the high growth potential of the paint market
Nippon Paint will acquire Cromology, a French maker of decorative paints, through its Australian subsidiary Dulux Group. The share acquisition will be conducted through DGL International, a UK-based company...