Celanese and VIGOR Precision have formed a strategic partnership to advance high-performance plastic solutions for precision components.

Surventis and NST have entered into a strategic cooperation agreement to advance automated painting applications in the automotive refinish industry.

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.

Brenntag SE reported its Q2 2026 financial results amid supply chain pressures and higher chemical prices driven by the Middle East conflict.

Speciality chemicals company LANXESS has announced an immediate increase in its prices for adipic acid.

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).

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

PPG Announces Second Quarter 2026 Financial Results

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

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.......

BASF has released its preliminary financial results for the second quarter of 2026....

AkzoNobel has responded to recent media reports, confirming that it has received several conditional and non-binding proposals from Nippon Paint Holdings regarding the potential acquisition of its Decorative Paints business.

Sun Chemical has expanded its metallic inks portfolio to meet rising demand for premium packaging solutions that enhance shelf appeal, design flexibility and visual impact.

Surventis, formerly BASF Coatings, has officially launched as an independent company following its carve-out from BASF. The company is a leading global supplier of automotive coatings and surface treatment solutions, serving customers across the automotive, industrial, and refinish markets.

How is the Strait of Hormuz disruption reshaping the global paints and coatings industry......

IRL is pleased to announce the publication of the 2026 edition of our architectural 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, gloss levels, paint grade and paint type.

BASF Coatings is reinforcing its position in robotics-enabled automotive refinish by integrating its expertise in coatings, digital colour management, and application processes.

Do it Best Group and The Sherwin-Williams Company have established a long-term strategic partnership aimed at enhancing paint offerings for Do it Best members and True Value retailers.

Building on its strong performance in 2025, Jotun entered its 100th anniversary year with robust business momentum.