WEG launches a new coating production facility and expands its U.S. distribution network with two additional centers.

AkzoNobel’s International® brand is supplying advanced coating solutions that provide long-term corrosion protection as well as resistance to chemicals and high temperatures for the wind power and chemical processing facilities at the Songyuan Hydrogen Energy Industrial Park.

Dunn-Edwards, a leading manufacturer and distributor of premium architectural, industrial, and high-performance paints, coatings, and paint supplies, has announced the opening of its newest retail store in Sparks, Nevada.

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.

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.

New drone technology from AkzoNobel enhances aircraft coating maintenance precision

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

PPG launches comprehensive protective coatings and application solutions for data centers

PPG today announced the launch of PPG AQUACRON® Waterborne Shop Primers (WSP) for structural steel. This breakthrough technology is suitable for all climates and combines rapid curing with a smooth finish and low volatile organic compounds* (VOCs), delivering a balance of properties unmatched in existing waterborne primers.

SOPREMA U.S. has officially completed the integration of Tropical Roofing Products into the SOPREMA brand.

BASF will raise the price of NEOL® (Neopentylglycol, NPG) in the United States and Canada across all grades and packaging.

Xfloat Ltd., a pioneer in floating solar technology, has entered into a partnership with BASF to enhance the durability and sustainability of floating photovoltaic (FPV) systems.

PPG Industries launches PPG STEELGUARD 652 for interior structural steel protection.

A research team at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) has developed a cost-effective and easy-to-apply hydrogel coating that enhances heat dissipation in solar panels, effectively cooling “hot spots”

BASF has successfully commissioned the steam cracker at its newly constructed Verbund site in Zhanjiang, South China, as planned.

Jotun, a global leader in protective coatings, has secured a key role in one of France’s first floating offshore wind projects, EOLMED.

Jotun Commits AED 400 Million for Next Expansion Chapter in Abu Dhabi

Brenntag, the global leader in chemicals and ingredients distribution, has unveiled its acquisition of Chem Tech Services, Inc.

Nouryon has opened a new, state-of-the-art innovation centre in Shanghai, China, to drive local innovation, strengthen customer collaboration, and support sustainable growth across the Asia-Pacific region.

Stahl Expands Presence in India with Reopening of Coatings Plant