IRL is pleased to announce the publication of the 2026 edition of our marine coatings reports. These reports will be available for the 22 key markets globally and will include market shares, sales channels, detailed prices and values, breakdown by technology and chemistry, end use and functional layers. Data for remaining countries (see list below) is available via our online database. Market Overview The global marine coatings market reached around 1.58 million metric tonnes

Surventis Partners with Lola Cars on T70S Paints and Coatings Project

Clariant has acknowledged the successful completion of the Stahl Group transaction between Wendel SE and Henkel, in which it participated as a minority shareholder.

Brenntag and Symrise have partnered to expand access to cosmetic ingredients and personal care technologies in Brazil, combining Symrise’s innovation expertise with Brenntag’s distribution network and technical support.

Saint-Gobain has strengthened its waterproofing portfolio through the acquisition of Xypex, a global leader in crystalline waterproofing solutions.

Sherwin-Williams Opens Expanded Manufacturing Facility in Statesville

Henkel has completed its acquisition of Netherlands-based Stahl Group, strengthening its position in high-performance speciality coatings for flexible materials.

AkzoNobel has completed the sale of its Pakistan business to IGI Investments, part of Packages Group, as part of its ongoing strategic portfolio refocus.

AkzoNobel to sell its Southeast Asian Decorative Paints business to Nippon Paint for $1.35 billion

OFRU and TSC Expand Solvent Recycling Activities in Southeast Asia

Jotun continued to deliver steady growth while navigating global market uncertainty and advancing its long-term investment strategy.

RPM International Inc. has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Volteco S.p.A., a leading Italian supplier of below-grade waterproofing solutions.

Biocide-free antifouling coatings offer a cleaner approach to protecting ship hulls by reducing marine organism adhesion without releasing toxic chemicals into the ocean.

Azelis has expanded its partnership with Imerys, strengthening the distribution of mineral-based speciality solutions across Central and Eastern Europe and the Balkans.

Evonik plans to close two smaller German facilities by next year and consolidate their operations at larger sites in the country.

Sun Chemical has entered a comprehensive partnership with Archipelago Technology Group to accelerate the market adoption of paper-based packaging.

WEG’s Paints and Coatings division provided a comprehensive anticorrosion and antifouling coating solution for a new barge constructed for Ecuador’s aquaculture sector.

Surventis marked the expansion of its aircraft sealant production capabilities at the Langelsheim site with a symbolic groundbreaking ceremony.

Sun Chemical and Cyngient have formed a strategic alliance, combining their expertise in inks, coatings, and adhesives to offer narrow-web label and packaging converters a broader portfolio of speciality solutions.

Rieckermann has partnered with Rajoo Engineers Ltd. to provide advanced plastic extrusion solutions to packaging manufacturers and plastic processors across Southeast Asia. The partnership combines Rajoo’s extrusion technology expertise with Rieckermann’s regional engineering, service, and customer support capabilities, helping manufacturers increase production, improve efficiency, and enhance return on investment. The companies will target growing demand for blown film, extr

Surventis is advancing automotive refinishing with LightAssist, a new visualization feature within its cloud-based Refinity platform. Designed to improve digital color matching, LightAssist makes subtle differences in color, texture, undertone and effect easier to identify and compare on screen.

Jotun’s Imperial Fouling Protection System could reduce a superyacht’s carbon footprint by approximately 50% over 30 years compared with conventional antifouling systems, according to the company’s latest analysis.

American Coatings Association Partners with Vincentz to Expand CoatingsTech

Sika has completed the acquisition of Türkiye-based Akkim, strengthening its global adhesives and sealants business and expanding its market presence.