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Opel Grants Approval to Three Axalta Coating Systems Global Refinish Brands in Belgium & Luxembourg
Cromax, Spies Hecker and Standox, the three global premium refinish brands of Axalta Coating Systems have been approved for use in all Opel dealers and bodyshops in Belgium and Luxembourg. The technical and commercial approval comes after intensive a…04.27.17
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Clariant Commences 2017 with Strong Sales Growth, Significantly Improved Absolute EBITDA
Clariant has announced first quarter 2017 sales of CHF 1.602 billion compared to CHF 1.478 billion in the first quarter of 2016. This corresponds to an increase of 9 % in local currency and 8 % in Swiss francs. The sales growth was driven by hig…04.27.17
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Evonik Showcases Innovation at AOCS 2017 Annual Meeting
Evonik Corporation’s oil chemistry expertise will be on display at next week’s American Oil Chemists Society (AOCS) Annual Meeting in Orlando, Fla., April 30-May 4. Scientists and researchers from Evonik, including representatives from th…04.27.17
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Novatic Introduces New Anti-static and Static Dissipative Coatings in the Market
Novatic, an experienced producer and developer of customized coatings, known for their specialty solutions have launched a range of Anti-static and Static dissipative polyurethane coating products based on advantages of the most sophisticated nanotec…04.27.17
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BASF: Sales and Earnings Considerably Above Prior First Quarter
BASF completed the first quarter of 2017 with a considerable rise in sales and earnings compared to the same quarter of last year. “BASF has had a good start to the year 2017,” said Dr. Kurt Bock, Chairman of the Board of Executive Direct…04.27.17
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PPG Completes Colorful Communities Project in Gamchun Cultural Community of Busan, South Korea
PPG has announced the completion of a COLORFUL COMMUNITIES project that helped to revitalize the streets of the Gamchun Cultural Community in Busan, South Korea. The Colorful Communities program provides PPG volunteers and products along with financi…04.26.17
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Sika Establishes 98th National Subsidary in Senegal
Sika is expanding its presence in West Africa and is establishing a new national subsidiary in Senegal - following those in Nigeria, Ivory Coast and Cameroon. After Ivory Coast, Senegal is the country with the fastest growth in the region. A local pr…04.26.17
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Intech Services, Inc. Introduces I³ Webinar Series
The Intech Information Institute, or I³, was created by Intech Services, Inc. to provide formal training and instruction on a wide variety of fluoropolymer coating related topics. The I³ Webinar Series is intended to increase overall und…04.26.17
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Axalta Releases First Quarter 2017 Results
Axalta Coating Systems Ltd. has announced its financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2017. “Axalta’s financial and operating performance has started the year well on plan, with top-line growth at the high end of our ex…04.26.17
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Breaking News | Raw material & Equipment
Custom Milling & Consulting, Inc. Adds cGMP Processing
Custom Milling & Consulting, Inc. has constructed a brand new state-of-the-art class 100,000/ISO 8 cGMP clean room. The new area allows CMC to expand on their current contract manufacturing services. For years CMC has been leading the way i…04.26.17
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Evonik Introduces Extended Portfolio, New Products at NYSCC Supplier’s Day 2017
Evonik Corporation will showcase an expanded portfolio of innovative cosmetic ingredients from the recent acquisition of Air Products and Alkion, plus two new products, and a market-ready concept for targeting active consumers, at NYSCC Suppliers&rsq…04.26.17
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Covestro Materials: Building Blocks for Durable, Attractive Architecture
Architects, contractors and engineers aim to create buildings that are sustainable, aesthetically pleasing and durable. To accomplish this, they often turn to high-performance materials. During the AIA Conference on Architecture 2017, April 27-29,…04.26.17
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Elevance Announces Licensing Agreement with Chemtura for Elevance Aria WTP Technology
Elevance Renewable Sciences, Inc. has announced a licensing agreement with Chemtura, a global, specialty chemicals company, for Elevance Aria WTP technology and market development. Chemtura will have global rights to develop, derivatize, manufactu…04.26.17
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California Research Alliance by BASF Establishes More than 25 Research Projects in Three Years
Many scientific discoveries and patent applications have resulted from more than 25 research projects underway since West Coast universities and BASF established the California Research Alliance (CARA) by BASF in 2014. This multidisciplinary collabor…04.25.17
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Flint Group Hires Christine Lancaster as Business Development Director, Security
Flint Group has announced the hire of Christine Lancaster in the newly created position of Business Development Director, Security. Having been involved directly in this market since 2002, Christine brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to t…04.25.17
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Breaking News | Price Increases | Special Purpose Coatings
PPG Announces Price Increase for Packaging Coatings
PPG is implementing price increases and surcharges to offset a significant rise in raw material costs. The price changes will impact packaging coatings products globally as contracts permit. “The recent input cost increases are due to a numb…04.25.17
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Breaking News | Marine Coatings
British Coatings Federation Launches Video Featuring Advice for DIY Users of Antifouling Paint
As part of their wider DIY Safe Antifouling Initiative, the British Coatings Federation (BCF) have launched a new video ‘Antifouling Your Boat Safely’ which features important health and safety advice and practical hints and tips fo…04.25.17
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AkzoNobel Strongly Supports Chairman in Response to EGM Request
AkzoNobel strongly respects and greatly values its shareholders and regularly engages in an open and direct dialog with them to better understand and consider their perspectives. Within the last week alone, the management of AkzoNobel has held fac…04.25.17
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AkzoNobel Shareholders Approve All Resolutions at Annual General Meeting
AkzoNobel announced that shareholders voted in favor of all resolutions today at its Annual General Meeting. As well as adopting the company's 2016 financial statements, the dividend policy was agreed; the Supervisory Board and Management Boar…04.25.17
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Covestro Reports Strong First Quarter
After a successful fiscal year 2016, materials manufacturer Covestro continued to perform well in the first quarter of 2017 and adjusted its forecast upward for the full year. Thanks to still-strong demand for innovative polymers, the Group’s c…04.25.17
