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BYK Appointed Michael Schmidt as its New Global Chief Technology Officer

Michael Schmidt brings with him an impressive international career in Asia and extensive experience in research and development, in production and engineering, and in various commercial functions.

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Teknos Becomes the Voice of Circularity for Paints and Coatings in the Nordic Circular Design Programme

Teknos joins the Nordic Circular Design Programme as the sole representative of the paints and coatings industry, leading initiatives to promote circular economy principles and drive education across the sector.

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BASF Opened New Catalyst Development Center to Drive Innovation in Paints and Coatings Industry

BASF’s state-of-the-art facility will play a crucial role in advancing catalyst technologies and solids processing innovations, with a strong focus on applications for the paints and coatings industry.

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EPA Issues Draft TSCA Risk Evaluation for 1,3-Butadiene in Paints and Coatings Manufacturing

Consumer and commercial uses of paints and coatings, including aerosol sprays, pose minimal 1,3-butadiene exposure risks due to its low concentrations and limited degradation in final products.

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Birla Carbon to Implement Price Increases for Specialty Black Products

This adjustment is necessary to support continuous investments in the reliability, safety, and innovation of Birla Carbon’s manufacturing facilities, with a particular emphasis on the paints and coatings industry.

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Byk Showcases Sustainable Solutions at the European Coatings Show 2025

At the next edition of the European Coatings Show trade fair, BYK will unveil new PFAS-free defoamers and other products that ensure excellent performances.

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Elementis Achieved EcoVadis Gold Rating for Fourth Consecutive Year

This recognition highlights the company's dedication to reducing environmental impact, safeguarding human and labour rights, prioritizing safety, and upholding a responsible and ethical supply chain.

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AkzoNobel Partners with Sinopec to Support Global Expansion and Green Energy Initiatives

The partnership will capitalise on AkzoNobel’s extensive global network and focus on providing International® high-performance coatings to Sinopec and its affiliated entities for international construction projects.

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Micro Powders Achieved Gold Medal for Sustainability from EcoVadis

This result places Micro Powders among the top 5% of companies assessed globally.

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EcoCortec® at the CCE Internationalisation Conference

EcoCortec’s General Manager Dijana Zrinski highlighted EcoCortec’s commitment to sustainability and efficiency, showcasing its advanced logistics systems and innovative circular production model.

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Corrosion Prevention Takes Center Stage in 2024 Water Resources Development Act

The 2024 Water Resources Development Act (WRDA) introduces provisions for corrosion prevention, ensuring the durability and sustainability of American water infrastructures.

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Nouryon Opened a Customer Paint Application Centre in the United States

This state-of-the-art facility aims to drive the development of new paint technologies, improve response times, and expedite the evaluation of market-ready innovations.

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BASF Coatings Relies on Electric Trucks for Long-Distance Transport

BASF Coatings has successfully completed an electric trucks testing phase with over 10,000 kilometres, reducing CO2 emissions by 45%.

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allnex to Eliminate PFAs in Additives by the End of 2024

allnex is set to eliminate PFAS from its additives used in paints and coatings by the end of 2024.

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2024 BCF Coatings Care Report Highlights Improvements Across Sustainability Measures in the Coatings Industry

The report reveals record-low levels of energy consumption in production, a sharp decrease in accident rates, and a notable reduction in production waste, including a decrease in the amount sent to landfill.

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