According to the latest report by the British Coatings Federation, Brexit has had a negative impact on the coatings sector’s trade with the EU.
Perstorp Group announced that it is to be acquired by PETRONAS Chemicals Group Berhad.
A major international award for Diab recognized a potentially game-changing innovation in aircraft cabin interiors at the heart of which is Intura, the latest interior coating system from AkzoNobel.
In order to significantly increase on-site renewable energy capacity, Univar Solutions announced the installation of solar panels and an energy storage system at its facility in California, USA.
The BMW Group is the first carmaker to place its trust in more sustainable automotive OEM coatings certified according to BASF’s biomass balance approach.
PPG has expanded its Milan facility inaugurating a new architectural paint and coatings colour automation laboratory.
IMCD announced the decision to discontinue business in Russia and close its offices in St. Petersburg and Moscow.
ECKART has launched SynAdd, a new additive which optimises the technical properties of coatings and plastics.
Teknos launched a new, all-in-one 100% solids 2-component fire protection coating for steel applications in indoor and outdoor spaces.
Evonik donated $80,000 to fund two scholarships for local students majoring in process technology at River Parishes Community College (Louisiana, USA).
At the new Customization Center of COMAC, the Commercial Aircraft Corporation of China, visitors will be able to discover AkzoNobel’s range of aerospace coatings.
As reduced dependence on Russian oil and gas is leading to increased demand for ships able to transport and store gas at key locations around the world, Nippon Paint Marine underlines the importance to ensure that fuel, water and cargo tanks are sufficiently protected from corrosion.
A major Spanish wind energy component manufacturer used Cortec’s VpCI materials, including VpCI-126 HP UV Shrink film, to protect shafts, rings, and hubs from corrosion during shipping.
The second cooperation event with practical presentations on corrosion protection with zinc flake systems, organized by Coatmaster, Dörken, Fanuc, Sidasa, Vulkan Inox and Wagner, will take place on May 17-18 in Markdorf (Germany).
Hempel A/S announced the permanent closure of its operations in Russia.