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Accadueo 2025: Record attendance of nearly 10,000 in Bologna

The next edition of Accadueo will be held in Bari, at the Nuova Fiera del Levante, on November 26 and 27, 2026, marking the nineteenth edition of the event.

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Scopri il Programma Formativo 2026 di ipcm® Academy!

Tutte le date ufficiali delle sessioni 2026 sono ora online: prima sessione e seconda sessione.

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GIT Coatings Launches New Global Headquarters and Flagship Facility in Canada

Expanded carbon-neutral facility boosts global production, accelerates R&D, strengthens export capabilities, and enhances GIT Coatings’ position in the marine coatings industry.

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BASF Expands Dispersion Production Capacity in Turkey to Support Architectural Coatings and Construction Industries

This latest investment reinforces BASF’s long-term commitment to sustainability and innovation in the coatings and construction sectors.

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Kielce to Host EXPO-SURFACE 2026: Premier Surface Protection Event

EXPO-SURFACE 2026 will welcome attendees from 24th to 27th March.

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AkzoNobel Becomes Exclusive Supplier for Solar-Absorbing Wall Technology

Calosol façades capture invisible sunlight to heat or cool buildings, reducing energy use by up to 30% and supporting sustainable renovations.

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Issue n. 12 of Corrosion Protection Magazine Out Now!

Read the latest issue of the magazine dedicated to corrosion prediction, prevention, protection and mitigation - Special edition on cathodic protection!

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AkzoNobel Aerospace Coatings launches AS7489-certified training programme to raise standards in aerospace coatings

The launch builds on AkzoNobel’s ongoing commitment to innovation in learning and professional development.

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FreiLacke Breaks Ground on New Product Technology Centre at Döggingen Site

FreiLacke is investing in future-proofing its Döggingen operations, consolidating technical capabilities, and enhancing customer interaction – signaling growth and a commitment to both technology and sustainability.

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AkzoNobel Launches IONOMY™ To Help Coil Coaters Transition to Renewable Energy Curing

Backed by AkzoNobel’s global network and science-based carbon reduction targets, the launch of the IONOMY ecosystem marks a bold step towards helping the entire value chain address decarbonisation, modernisation, and resilient growth.

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Automation systems for fiberglass, glass fiber, and gelcoat spraying

Lesta's automated systems for spraying fiberglass, glass fiber, and gelcoat achieve consistent, high-quality results, reducing production times and material waste. Thanks to advanced robotic solutions and dedicated software, companies can improve operator safety and optimise the entire production process.

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parts2clean 2025 – World’s Leading Industry Gathering Surpasses Expectations

The next parts2clean will take place from 5 to 7 October 2027 at the Stuttgart Exhibition Centre.

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SMART’26: aperta la Call for Abstract per il convegno UCIF del 20 maggio 2026

L’evento si terrà mercoledì 20 maggio 2026, dalle 9:30 alle 17:30, presso il Centro Congressi Fondazione Cariplo a Milano, con business light lunch incluso. La partecipazione coinvolgerà aziende associate UCIF, rappresentanti di categoria e player nazionali e internazionali.

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GARDCO Launches iMix M2M Pro Gyroscopic Mixer

The iMix M2M Pro Gyroscopic Mixer from GARDCO delivers intelligent mixing and streamlined workflow for paint retailers and manufacturers seeking speed, reliability, and consistent results.

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BASF Coatings Reveals 2025–2026 Automotive Color Trends® Collection: Driving the Proxy

The new collection explores how ideas and inspiration can serve as “proxies” to guide design decisions in the automotive industry, bridging creativity and emotion with tangible realities.

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