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PPG launches the PPG VELOCITY refinish system for U.S. body shops.
PPG has introduced the PPG VELOCITY® refinish system, a new line of solvent-borne products designed for the automotive refinish industry.....
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Sep 11, 20252 min read


WEP has Initiated PFAS-Free trials in Collaboration with leading Automotive Manufacturers.
Wolverhampton Electro Plating (WEP) has teamed up with a leading automotive fastener manufacturer to trial PFAS-free coating systems for major OEMs.
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Aug 10, 20252 min read


NCP Coatings Acquires Glyptal Inc., Expands Portfolio into Electrical Insulation and Engine Coatings
NCP Coatings LLC, a leading provider of industrial and military coatings, has announced the acquisition of Glyptal Inc., a well-established manufacturer of high-performance insulating enamel technologies for the electrical and automotive sectors.
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Aug 5, 20252 min read


PPG has partnered with Lucid Motors to develop advanced coatings specifically designed for the luxury electric vehicle (EV) brand.
PPG announced a collaboration with electric vehicle manufacturer Lucid Motors to create distinctive exterior colour effects for Lucid’s luxury EV lineup......
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Jul 22, 20252 min read


KANSAI HELIOS Establishes Future U.S. Presence with New Powder Coatings Facility in Johnstown, Ohio
KANSAI HELIOS, part of the global KANSAI PAINT Group, has acquired a cutting-edge 135,000-square-foot production facility in Ohio, USA, dedicated to the manufacturing of advanced powder coatings...........
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Jul 16, 20253 min read


Sika has inaugurated three new manufacturing facilities located in China, Brazil, and Morocco.
Sika has inaugurated three new manufacturing facilities located in China, Brazil, and Morocco.......
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Jun 25, 20252 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 9, 20252 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 4, 20253 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 29, 20252 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 26, 20252 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 21, 20252 min read


PPG launches waterborne automotive coatings facility in Thailand
PPG has commenced operations at a new waterborne automotive coatings plant in Samut Prakan, Thailand...........
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Apr 1, 20251 min read


BASF Coatings is expanding its production capacities in Caojing, China, to better address the rising demand for automotive coatings in the Asia Pacific region.
BASF Coatings is expanding its production capacities in Caojing, China, to better address the rising demand in the Asia Pacific
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Mar 25, 20252 min read


SIPCO Acquires Premium Paints to Enhance Local Production and Expand Presence in the Saudi Market
Kaizen Paint Middle East (KPME), has acquired full ownership of Premium Paints Company (PPC), a Saudi-based coatings manufacturer...
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Mar 21, 20252 min read


BASF Coatings and NIO agree on strategic partnership for automotive coatings
BASF Coatings and NIO sign Letter of Intent for a strategic partnership in automotive exterior coatings, fostering long-term innovation.
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Mar 12, 20252 min read


Univar Solutions Acquires Brad-Chem Holdings, Strengthening Its Corrosion Control and Lubricant Additives Portfolio
Univar Solutions has acquired UK-based Brad-Chem Holdings (Brad-Chem) and its affiliated entities, including Brad-Kem, a joint venture......
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Feb 11, 20252 min read


Mipa Group Merges Subsidiaries in Switzerland
Mipa Lacke + Farben AG in Kriessern and Mipa Coatings Schweiz AG in Islikon will merge retroactively as of January 1, 2025. This merger ....
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Jan 28, 20251 min read


Axalta and Dürr Collaborate on Digital Automotive Paint Technology
Axalta and Dürr Establish Partnership for Advanced Automotive Digital Paint Technology...
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Jan 24, 20251 min read


BASF Coatings Forms Strategic Partnership for Aftersales Market Expansion
BASF Coatings Division has announced that BMW Group has chosen the premium refinish brands Glasurit and R-M as preferred paint suppliers..
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Jan 16, 20251 min read


Birla Carbon Launches Its First Asia Post Treatment Plant in India
Birla Carbon, one of the leading manufacturers and suppliers of high-quality carbon-based products, has announced the opening of its ......
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Oct 24, 20242 min read
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