WEG has announced the inauguration of its newest coatings distribution centre in Bogotá. Colombia. This strategic development strengthens the company’s footprint in the Latin American market and reflects its continued commitment to expanding its global distribution network.

Henkel Adhesive Technologies has inaugurated its extensively upgraded Packaging Competence Center in Düsseldorf — a dedicated hub designed to turn ideas into practical industrial solutions through hands-on collaboration.

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.

WACKER announces price increase for resins, dispersions, and dispersible polymer powders

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

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....

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

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.

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