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BASF Expanded its Monomers Portfolio for Coatings by Launching the Bio-Based 2-Octyl Acrylate

BASF consolidates the sustainability of its raw materials for coatings by including 2-Octyl Acrylate and 2-Octyl Acrylate BMB ISCC Plus to its portfolio.

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BASF Released ON VOLUDE, the 2023-2024 Automotive Colour Trends Collection

BASF published its ON VOLUDE colour trends collection developed by leveraging non-human intelligence to support the future of the automotive industry.

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PPG Elected Tim Knavish as Board’s Chairman and CEO and Michael Lamach as Independent Lead Director

After that Hugh Grant and Michael McGarry retired, PPG appointed Michael W. Lamach and Tim Knavish as their successors.

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Researchers Have Created a Chameleon-Inspired Coating to Insulate Buildings

The Namaqua chameleon’s ability to regulate temperature by changing its skin color inspired an energy-efficient coating that both cools and warms buildings.

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Dürr Developed and Installed a Smart and Sustainable Coating Plant for Electric Cars

In just nine months, Dürr built a new smart and eco-friendly paint shop for the Chinese electric vehicles manufacturer SERES.

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Covestro and RAL Will Cooperate to Present the Trend Colour Report of 2023

The latest colour trend report RAL COLOUR FEELING 2025+ will contain 15 tones which are highly relevant for architectural and industrial applications.

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Hempel Has Opened Two New Production Facilities in China

The two new Chinese factories of Hempel will strengthen the production capacity of innovative coating solutions for the marine industry.

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The DÖRKEN Days Event Was Held Once Again in China After a Three-Year Stop

The DÖRKEN Days allowed companies operating in the surface treatment sector to showcase their latest innovative technologies.

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Pipeline Technology Conference Invites Professionals and Stakeholders to the Next Exhibition in Berlin

The 19th edition of the Pipeline Technology Conference will gather industry professionals to help shape the future of the sector.

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Sherwin-Williams Released its DesignHouse Colour Trend Forecast

The fifth annual report of Sherwin-Williams examines the trends shaping the future of industrial colour design.

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The Operations in the New North-American Headquarters of IM GROUP Have Started

The new site of IM GROUP in Florida will strengthen the local production of specific solutions for the North-American market.

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Michael Baitinger Is the New CEO and President of Dürr China

The upcoming President and CEO of Dürr China Michael Baitinger will bring important contributions to the Chinese coatings market.

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Arkema Recognised as One of the World's Best Companies in 2023 by TIME

TIME magazine and Statista recognised Arkema as one of the World's Best Companies of 2023 thanks to its sustainable solutions and the quality of work.

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Jotun Donated Almost $100,000 to Support Libya After Recent Floods

Jotun has donated to the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies to help with the recent storm that struck Libya.

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Microban® Launches Ascera™, a New Nature-inspired Technology for Polymers and Coatings

Microban introduced Ascera™, its latest innovative antimicrobial technology designed for use in olefin polymers and solvent-based coatings.

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