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PPG invests in radiation-curable coatings testing line in France
PPG has announced the installation of a new testing line dedicated to radiation-curable coatings at its European R&D Centre in Marly, France. The investment aims to accelerate innovation in UV-curing...
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Peter Lacke breaks ground on high-performance coatings plant in China
German coatings manufacturer Peter Lacke has begun construction of a new production facility in Huizhou, China. The plant, with an annual capacity of 5,000 tonnes, is central to its global growth strategy...
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Sun Chemical invests in quinacridone pigment production in Delaware
Sun Chemical, a subsidiary of DIC Corporation, is investing EUR 9.2 million to expand its quinacridone pigment production in Newport, Delaware. The initiative aims to enhance production capacity, improve...
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Lubrizol announces major investment in its Ohio headquarters
Lubrizol plans a multi-million-euro investment to modernise its global headquarters in Wickliffe, Ohio. The initiative aims to enhance research, development, and collaboration spaces, underlining its commitment...
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Jotun secures 50-year lease for new coatings facility in Abu Dhabi
Jotun Abu Dhabi has signed a long-term lease with Khalifa Economic Zones Abu Dhabi (KEZAD) to establish a new paint and coatings manufacturing facility. The EUR 113 million investment marks a significant...
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Akzo Nobel expands its aerospace coatings portfolio in the US
AkzoNobel invests in the US aerospace coatings sector, strengthening its position in the market while advancing sustainable solutions. The expansion aims to support innovation and preserve aviation history....
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Evonik opens first production facility for pyrogenic metal oxides in Asia
With its new production facility in Yokkaichi, Japan, the German chemicals group strengthens its presence in Asia and focuses on sustainable innovation. Pyrogenic aluminium oxide will be produced here...
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Tesa: Production site expansion underway
With the expansion of its production facility in Offenburg/Germany, Tesa is increasing capacity and focusing on technological development. The site is being strengthened to meet the growing demand for...
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Beckers Group opens new R&D center in Shanghai
China represents a strategic growth market for Beckers Group's coil coating and industrial coating businesses.
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Asian Paints to invest EUR 217 million in new water-based coatings plant
Asian Paints plans to establish a new plant in Indore dedicated to water-based coatings. With an investment of about EUR 217 million, the facility will produce 400 million litres per year, bringing the...
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Brenntag launches CO₂ emission-free distribution site in Austria
Brenntag has officially inaugurated its site in Traun, Austria, as the company’s first chemical distribution facility to operate entirely without CO₂ emissions. Following an extensive energy-focused...
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Kansai Helios opens powder coatings facility in the U.S.
Kansai Helios has acquired a state-of-the-art production facility in Johnstown, Ohio (USA). On the approximately 28-acre (around 11.3-hectare) site, innovative powder coatings will be produced for the...
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Sika expands global manufacturing footprint with new facilities in China, Brazil and Morocco
With strategic investments in Suzhou, Belo Horizonte and Agadir, Sika continues to implement its local-for-local strategy. The new facilities are designed to strengthen regional supply chains and support...
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Synthomer unveils new innovation centre in Shanghai
Synthomer has announced the formal opening of its new China Innovation Centre (CIC) in Shanghai.