AkzoNobel is partnering with local authorities and the Resilient Cities Network in Malaysia to apply heat-reflective Dulux Weathershield Express coatings on apartment buildings, helping nearly 2,000 residents by reducing exterior surface temperatures and improving urban living conditions.

Meghna PVC Limited, a leading company under Meghna Group of Industries (MGI), has strengthened long-term steel integrity by adopting a structured, data-driven asset maintenance approach through its partnership with Jotun.

Zeon Corporation agrees to transfer Tohpe’s paints business to NATOCO Co. through share sale agreement

IRL is pleased to announce the publication of the 2026 edition of our protective coatings reports. These reports will be available for the 23 key markets globally and will include market shares, sales channels, detailed prices and values, breakdown by technology and chemistry, end use, application, functional layer and paint type. Data for remaining countries (see list below) is available via our online database.

Ascent Industries Co. announced the successful acquisition of substantially all assets of Midwest Graphic Sales and Sigma Coatings, which specialize in coatings for high-value and regulated packaging applications across food, pharmaceutical, personal care, foodservice disposable, and consumer product markets. The acquisition supports Ascent’s transformation into a pure-play specialty chemicals company and follows strong organic growth momentum, including nearly double-digit g

Nouryon introduces first commercial solution to enhance recycled polypropylene performance for packaging, automotive and consumer goods applications

Chemetall Expands Asia Pacific Presence with New Application Laboratory in Vietnam

Omya, a global leader in minerals and speciality materials with operations across more than 50 countries, has introduced Omyaloop FC, a certified 100% recycled functional additive designed for polymer and construction applications.

UPM and BASF collaborate to advance recyclable fiber based packaging solutions

BASF Coatings has completed the planned transition of its European production sites to renewable electricity.

TOYOCHEM CO., LTD. has announced a price revision for its pressure-sensitive adhesives, resins, paints, and hot melt products, effective May 1, 2026.

Amcor, a global leader in responsible packaging solutions, has inaugurated a state-of-the-art healthcare packaging coatings facility in Subang Jaya....

New drone technology from AkzoNobel enhances aircraft coating maintenance precision

Evonik Launches New PEEK Rectangular Magnet Wire Lab in China

Jonny Marston, Mark Firmin, and Helen Skeates from Alvarez & Marsal, who are Joint Administrators for several Venator Materials PLC entities (in administration), have announced that Venator Materials UK Limited (in administration) has successfully sold the Greatham, UK site and its titanium dioxide (TiO₂) pigment assets.

trinamiX GmbH has expanded its portfolio of solutions for the circular economy, now enabling the identification of materials used in the footwear and textile industries.

Yip’s Chemical Holdings Limited has announced the official opening of its new coatings plant in Vietnam, Hang Cheung (Vietnam) Advanced Materials Company Limited

Brenntag, the global market leader in chemicals and ingredients distribution, has announced a new agreement with Nouryon for the distribution of Bermocoll® cellulose ethers in the coatings and inks markets in Brazil.

BASF has announced a further price increase of up to 25% for its global portfolio of antioxidants, process stabilisers, and light stabilisers used in plastic applications.

Middle East Protective Coatings Market: Riding the Infrastructure Boom, the Middle East protective coatings market is steadily evolving into a strategic, infrastructure-driven industry.

Dürr Introduces Next-Generation RoDip Rotational Dip Process

Vantage Capital, Africa’s largest mezzanine debt fund manager, has extended mezzanine debt financing to International Group for Modern Coatings (MIDO), a leading Egyptian producer of speciality paints and coatings.

Evonik has expanded its ultra-low emission portfolio with Ancamine® 2873, designed to enable fast curing in low-temperature conditions for protective and marine coating applications

PPG introduces first PVC-NI aluminum coil coating in the U.S. for pet food cans