IRL is pleased to announce the publication of the 2026 edition of our general industrial coatings reports. The general industrial report includes 5 different volumes on the general finishes, 3C (consumer electronics & domestic appliances), coil & extrusion, metal packaging and road marking coatings markets providing volumes, detailed prices, segmentations and market shares with specific information for each segment.

Henkel Delivers Strong H1 2026 Performance and Raises Full-Year Sales Outlook

Carnival Cruise Line, one of the world's largest and most influential cruise brands, has adopted Jotun's Hull Skating Solutions (HSS) for its vessel Carnival Pride, signalling a significant step forward for the cruise industry.

AkzoNobel shareholders have overwhelmingly approved all resolutions supporting the proposed all-share merger with Axalta Coating Systems at the company's Extraordinary General Meeting (EGM).

PPG has announced the launch of the PPG QUICKLINE™ waterborne refinish system, a comprehensive portfolio of basecoats, undercoats, clearcoats, toners, and ancillary products.

Univar Solutions Acquires H.M. Royal to Strengthen Presence in Rubber, Plastics, and Adhesive Additives Market in the United States

Surventis, formerly BASF Coatings, has announced the launch of two new testing lines at its Blackman Township, Michigan, surface treatment production facility.

Hempel A/S has announced the launch of Hempafire Optima 515, the latest addition to its waterborne cellulosic passive fire protection (PFP) portfolio.

Production has commenced at a new 200-kiloton-per-year hydrogen peroxide (H₂O₂) megaplant in Leshan, Sichuan Province, China, operated by Fuhua under Evonik's technology licence.

Arkema Reports Solid Q2 2026 Financial Performance

PPG has completed a COLOURFUL COMMUNITIES® project at Hermann-Butzer-Schule, a primary school in Schwieberdingen, Germany.

BASF strengthens market position in Q2 2026, advances restructuring and portfolio optimization

Nippon Paint Holdings to Reorganise Japanese Subsidiaries

PPG Announces Second Quarter 2026 Financial Results

AkzoNobel has introduced a new self-cleaning extrusion coating in China designed to use natural rainfall to remove dust and stains from building exteriors. The TRINAR® SC Series has been developed to support the country's urban renewal initiatives and meet growing demand for premium coatings in the high-end construction market. The new coating is specifically engineered for buildings with complex curved surfaces and irregular architectural designs. Featuring hydrophilic self-

Nippon Paint expands automotive care network with Dehradun studio

Sika Reports 4.0% Local Currency Revenue Growth, Raises Full-Year Outlook

Univar Solutions LLC has acquired Interpur Chemicals, a leading European distributor of polyurethanes and powder coatings, strengthening its Performance Materials business within the Ingredients + Specialities segment.

Zydex Paints and M3M India Pvt. Ltd. have entered into a strategic partnership to introduce KEIM Regalan, a premium silicate paint from Germany's KEIM, across M3M India's premium developments.

BASF has suspended the sales process, announced in February 2026, for a portion of the housing portfolio owned by its subsidiary, BASF Wohnen + Bauen GmbH.

AkzoNobel and Axalta revise governance arrangements ahead of proposed merger

WEG has taken another step towards strengthening its sustainability efforts, with its coatings business in Argentina signing a renewable energy supply agreement with solar power producer 360Energy.

The wood coatings industry is evolving as manufacturers seek faster, high-performance, and more sustainable finishing solutions. UV-curing technology has emerged as a key advancement, particularly for high-volume industrial wood applications.......

AkzoNobel reported stronger earnings for the second quarter and first half of 2026, supported by pricing actions that offset lower revenue and adverse currency impacts. In the second quarter, the company recorded 2% organic sales growth driven by pricing, while volumes remained stable. Revenue declined 1% year-on-year. Operating income increased to €251 million from €214 million in Q2 2025, while organic adjusted EBITDA rose by €18 million, primarily due to pricing. The adjus