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Operational Launch of 2,500 mm-Width Coating Line to Enhance Production Capacity by 15%
Dai Nippon Printing Co., Ltd. (DNP) is pleased to announce the September operational launch of a coating device compatible with 2,500 mm-width high functional optical film at our Mihara Plant in Hiroshima Prefecture.
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13 hours ago2 min read


Aditya Birla Advanced Materials has Acquired Cargill’s Speciality Manufacturing Facility in the United States.
Aditya Birla Group, a leading Indian multinational conglomerate and the largest Indian investor in the United States, has announced the expansion of its U.S. Advanced Materials business through the acquisition of Cargill Incorporated’s 17-acre specialty chemical manufacturing facility in Dalton, Georgia........
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Jun 92 min read


BASF Coatings has signed a strategic partnership agreement with Toyota Motor Europe to jointly develop its Body&Paint program.
BASF Coatings and Toyota Motor Europe have entered into an agreement to develop the Toyota Body&Paint program for the European market......
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Jun 92 min read


Architectural Coatings Reports 2025
IRL is pleased to announce the publication of the 2025 edition of our architectural coatings reports . These reports will be available...
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Jun 61 min read


Regional Reports 2025
The report analyses the performance of the paints & coatings industry across Americas, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Middle East and Africa. It provides a detailed breakdown of market size, growth drivers, price analysis, technology breakdown, and forecasts.
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Jun 51 min read


Xaar Expands Presence in EV Battery Coatings Through Partnership with Sokan New Materials Group
Xaar’s advanced inkjet technology is playing a key role in supporting the production of next-generation battery coating fluids by Chinese manufacturer Sokan New Materials Group....
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Jun 43 min read


JSW set to acquire AkzoNobel India in a $1.1 billion deal
JSW Paints is set to acquire Akzo Nobel India, valuing the Dutch parent Akzo Nobel NV’s 74.76% stake at approximately ₹9,000 crore ($1.1 billion), according to sources familiar with the matter.....
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Jun 41 min read


DELTA Coatings Breaks Ground on Sustainable Headquarters to Triple Production Capacity and Drive Next-Generation Polyurea Coating Innovations
DELTA Coatings International has officially commenced construction of its new headquarters and manufacturing facility at Dubai Industrial City (DIC). This sustainability-driven development marks a significant step in the company’s strategic expansion, designed to greatly enhance its production capacity and innovation capabilities....
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Jun 12 min read


BASF begins the sale process of its coatings business, valued at approximately $6.8 billion.
German chemical manufacturer BASF SE has recently distributed information to potential buyers regarding the sale of its coatings business, which is valued at approximately 6 billion euros, according to a report by Bloomberg News.
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Jun 11 min read


BASF Coatings has introduced a new tool designed to help body shops enhance both their environmental sustainability and economic efficiency.
BASF Coatings has launched the innovative Eco Impact Assessment tool under its Refinity® brand, a digital business management platform aimed at supporting automotive refinish partners and customers......
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May 292 min read


PPG Launches New Waterborne Automotive Coatings Facility in Thailand
PPG has announced the opening of a new waterborne automotive coatings manufacturing plant in Samut Prakan, Thailand....
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May 262 min read


AkzoNobel advances efforts to optimise its industrial footprint across Europe.
AkzoNobel has announced plans to close its manufacturing facilities in Wapenveld, the Netherlands, and Machelen, Belgium, with production to be consolidated at other sites within the region......
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May 221 min read


Chemetall has Advanced its Sustainability Goals by Switching to 100% Renewable Electricity at its Langelsheim Site in Germany
Chemetall has Advanced its Sustainability Goals by Switching to 100% Renewable Electricity at its Langelsheim Site in Germany.....
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May 202 min read


Toyo Printing Inks Unveils New $70 Million Manufacturing Facility in Turkey
Toyo Printing Inks, a subsidiary of the Artience Group, has inaugurated its new production facility in the Manisa Organized Industrial Zone in western Turkey. Built with an investment of USD 70 million, the advanced facility incorporates eco-friendly architecture, modern technology, and sustainable manufacturing processes....
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May 183 min read


AkzoNobel partners with BASF to reduce the carbon footprint of high-volume paint products.
AkzoNobel partners with BASF to reduce the carbon footprint of high-volume paint products....
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May 122 min read


PPG plans to invest $380 million to establish a new manufacturing plant for aerospace coatings and sealants in Shelby, North Carolina.
PPG has announced plans to invest $380 million in a new aerospace coatings and sealants manufacturing facility in Shelby, North Carolina.
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May 112 min read


Borchers Coating Additive Technical Service Laboratory in Pune, India Expands Capabilities to Strengthen Regional Support
Borchers, a Milliken & Company brand and a global leader in advanced coating additives, has expanded its technical laboratory capabilities in Pune, India.
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May 71 min read


INX International Announces Acquisition of Servicom New Zealand and Galaxy Inks & Coatings Australia
INX International Ink Co. announced the successful acquisition of Servicom New Zealand Limited, effective immediately.....
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May 51 min read


WEG announces strategic entry into the U.S. industrial coatings market through key acquisition.
WEG announces strategic entry into the U.S. industrial coatings market through key acquisition.
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May 41 min read


Arkema, AkzoNobel, and Omya collaborate to develop low-carbon paints aimed at widespread market adoption.
Arkema, AkzoNobel, and Omya have joined forces to create a range of sustainable decorative paints featuring a carbon footprint reduction...
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Apr 302 min read


Wanhua Chemical and Petrochemical Industries Company Sign Joint Venture Agreement
Wanhua Chemical has officially signed a joint venture agreement with Petrochemical Industries Company (PIC), under which PIC will invest USD 638 million to acquire a 25% equity stake in Wanhua Chemical (Yantai) Petrochemical Co., Ltd.
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Apr 281 min read


BASF Coatings sets a new benchmark in end-to-end digital color solutions for body shops with its Refinity platform.
BASF Coatings has integrated a comprehensive range of digital business solutions for the automotive refinish industry into its cloud-based platform, Refinity......
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Apr 212 min read


Asian Paints has increased the capital investment for its upcoming manufacturing facility in Dahej to ₹3,250 crore.
Asian Paints has increased the capital investment for its upcoming manufacturing facility in Dahej to ₹3,250 crore.
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Apr 181 min read


APC Signs Newbuild Vessel Agreement with Champion Tankers
Advanced Polymer Coatings (APC), based in Avon, Ohio, has been selected to supply its high-performance MarineLINE® coating for up to six new vessels under construction for Champion Tankers....
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Apr 162 min read
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