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PPG has appointed Alisha Bellezza, Henrik Bergström and Chancey Hagerty to lead its global reportable business segments.
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PPG appoints segment leaders to drive growth and productivity

PPG has named three senior executives – Alisha Bellezza, Chancey Hagerty and Henrik Bergström – to head its global business segments: Industrial Coatings, Performance Coatings and Global Architectural...

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Sustainability: A vital component of long-term business success

Sustainability has become a key driver of long-term performance, helping organizations manage risk, improve efficiency and create value. By integrating sustainability into innovation, operations and customer...

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PPG breaks ground on automotive coatings expansion in Ohio

PPG has begun construction on a new advanced manufacturing facility at its existing site in Delaware, Ohio. The investment of more than USD 280 million is aimed at expanding automotive coatings production...

Justin Epler has been appointed PPG vice president, Industrial Coatings Americas.
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New vice president, Industrial Coatings Americas, at PPG

PPG has announced that Justin Epler has been appointed vice president, Industrial Coatings (IC) Americas, effective 1 August 2026. Epler will succeed Hendekea Azene, who has decided to leave PPG for an...

John Smith takes over PPG’s architectural coatings EMEA division.
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PPG announces leadership transition in architectural coatings EMEA

John Smith will be appointed vice president, architectural coatings, EMEA, effective 1 July 2026, succeeding Steve Pocock, who retires on 30 June 2026 after more than 20 years of service.

At the ACS Community Hub (from left to right): Brian Okerberg (PPG), Angus Findlay (Akzo Nobel), Alix Stevenson (Standard Paints) and Kirsten Wrede (European Coatings).
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ACS panel discussion on R&D under pressure

At the American Coatings Show 2026, R&D leaders from Standard Paints, PPG and Akzo Nobel discussed how coatings manufacturers are reformulating products to meet stricter regulations, sustainability...

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PPG announces Q1 2026 results with 7% sales growth

PPG has reported its financial results for the first quarter of 2026, showing a 7 % year-over-year increase in net sales, driven by higher selling prices and favourable currency impacts. The coatings giant...

Jamie Beggs will take on the role of CFO at PPG.
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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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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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PPG reacts to inflation with global price increase of 20 %

PPG has announced a global price increase of up to 20 % across its paints, coatings, and specialty products portfolio, citing elevated costs in raw materials, logistics, and energy.

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PPG acquires EMM International

PPG has acquired EMM International, a provider of solutions for automotive body shops. The acquisition strengthens coating’s offering in paint preparation and processing across Europe and the U.S.

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PPG delivers record Q3 2025 earnings per share – growth driven by aerospace and protective coatings

PPG Industries reported Q3 2025 net sales of EUR 3.75 billion, up 1 % year over year, and record adjusted diluted EPS of EUR 1.96, up 5 %. Strong growth in aerospace, protective & marine, and packaging...

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PPG appoints Joe Gette as new General Counsel and Senior Vice President

PPG has appointed Joe Gette as Senior Vice President, General Counsel and Secretary. He will succeed Anne M. Foulkes on 1 January 2026, who will retire but remain with the company in a transitional role...

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PPG and Arcelor Mittal present roadmap for low-carbon automotive coatings

PPG and Arcelor Mittal aim to cut greenhouse gas emissions in vehicle production through innovative electrocoat and pretreatment technologies. The joint study highlights opportunities in lightweight design,...