Energochemica SE

Breaking News | Market Reports

Wood Paints and Coatings Market to Surpass $12.3 Billion by 2027: CMI

The solvent borne segment accounted for 49.2% of the revenue share in 2020.

09.23.21

Additives | Breaking News | Industry News

Archroma Introduces ‘Safe Edge’ Online Regulatory & Compliance Platform

Platform offers instant access to ecotoxicological and regulatory information and certificates for Archroma specialty chemical products.

09.21.21

Breaking News | Green Coatings | Paint & Coatings Manufacturer News

Green Seal Launches LEED®-Compliant Paint Certification

Green Seal’s paint certification meets LEED v4/4.1 criteria and qualifies products for Amazon’s Climate Pledge Friendly badge.

09.21.21

Breaking News | Financial News | Paint & Coatings Manufacturer News

Paint Specialist Flügger Maintains Momentum in Q1 2021-22

Sales were $766 million for the quarter, up 17% in the prior year period.

09.21.21

Breaking News

Pacific Coatings Show and Gulf Coatings Show Announce 2022 Dates

New 2022 shows and conferences for the Asia-Pacific Region and Middle East will be held in Indonesia and the United Arab Emirates.

09.20.21

Breaking News | Marine Coatings

International Celebrates 140 Years As A Global Leader In Marine, Protective And Yacht Coatings

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09.16.21

Breaking News | Paint & Coatings Manufacturer News

Student of the Year and Coatings Care finalists announced by the British Coatings Federation

BCF has announced its finalists for the Student of the Year and Coatings Care awards.

09.15.21

Breaking News | Color Trends & Forecast | Industrial Coatings | Paint & Coatings Manufacturer News

Color of the Year 2022 Rolls with the Breeze for AkzoNobel Coil Coatings

Bright Skies, AkzoNobel’s Color of the Year 2022, is also available in coatings for building and construction metal.

09.14.21

Breaking News | People in the News

Paul Sheppard of HMG Paints becomes OCCA President

Sheppard HMG Paints has been appointed s President of The Oil & Colour Chemists Association.

09.13.21

Breaking News | Paint & Coatings Manufacturer News

AkzoNobel Receives SBTi Approval for Carbon Reduction Target

Becomes the first paints and coatings company to receive this endorsement.

09.09.21

Additives | Breaking News | Industry News

Hexion Introduces “VeoVa House” Virtual Showroom to Highlight Versatility of VeoVa Monomers

“VeoVa House: A World of Versatility” Opens to the Public on September 7, 2021.

09.07.21

Breaking News | Paint & Coatings Manufacturer News

Teknos Aims for Continuous Reductions in Energy Consumption

Coating manufacturer reduced its energy consumption by 13% in Denmark in relation to production.

09.02.21

Architectural Coatings | Industrial Coatings | Paint & Coatings Manufacturer News | Wood Coatings

Lanco Paints & Coatings Expands in the Americas

With new facilities in Chile, Jamaica and Guatemala planned, Lanco is prepared for further growth throughout Latin America.

David Savastano, Contributing Editor 08.31.21

Architectural Coatings | Breaking News | Color Trends & Forecast | Paint & Coatings Manufacturer News

Behr Paint Names Breezeway Its 2022 Color of the Year

The tranquil tone launches with BEHR DYNASTY, Behr’s most innovative new product in company history.

08.31.21

Additives | Breaking News | Industry News

Nouryon to Build Bermocoll Facility in Southeast Asia to Meet Demand in Coatings End-Market

Nouryon expects the final site selection to be made in the fourth quarter of this year, with construction beginning in late 2022.

08.31.21

Breaking News | Market Reports

Paints and Coatings Market Worth $179.4 Billion by 2025: MarketsandMarkets

The waterborne segment is estimated to account for the largest share of the paints & coatings market, by technology.

08.27.21

Paint & Coatings Manufacturer News

PPG, Universal Display Expand OLED Operations in Ireland

With new multi-million euro investment in manufacturing, they are expanding on their 20-year partnership.

David Savastano, Contributing Editor 08.25.21

Breaking News | Paint & Coatings Manufacturer News | Special Purpose Coatings

HMG Paints Supports Minutes Matter Campaign

HMG Paints and other paint companies are donating paint to the conversion of iconic red telephone boxes into lifesaving defibrillator stations.

08.24.21

Breaking News | Paint & Coatings Manufacturer News

MIPA Takes Over Business Segment from Klumpp Coatings

Klumpp has been developing coatings for the flooring and furniture industry for more than 100 years.

08.24.21

Breaking News | Industrial Coatings | Paint & Coatings Manufacturer News

Sika to Divest European Industrial Coatings Business to Sherwin-Williams

Business segment generated sales of approximately $70 million.

08.20.21

Architectural Coatings | Breaking News | Paint & Coatings Manufacturer News

Behr Paint Company Partners With HomeSphere to Offer Exclusive Rebates

Homebuilders save on interior and exterior house paints, decorative finishes, primers, stains and surface preparation products

08.19.21

Additives | Breaking News | Industry News

AGM Launches Range of Eco-Friendly Graphene Dispersions

New range allows paints, coatings and composites manufacturers to improve the sustainability of their products without compromising on performance.

08.19.21

Additives | Breaking News | Industry News

Indorama Ventures to Buy Brazil-based Oxiteno

The acquisition gives IVL a unique portfolio in high-value surfactants and significantly extends its existing Integrated Oxides and Derivatives (IOD) business.

08.17.21

Breaking News | Marine Coatings | Product news

Selektope Antifouling Paint by Chugoku Marine Paints Protects Ships on High Fouling Risk Routes

The barnacle-repelling active agent has been integrated into new antifouling paint for worldwide trading vessels with varied operating patterns.

08.11.21

Breaking News | Paint & Coatings Manufacturer News

PPG Named to Forbes’ 2021 ‘Best Employers for Women’ List

PPG was the top paints, coatings, and chemicals manufacturer included on the list, and ranked No. 137 overall.

08.10.21

Additives | Breaking News | Industry News

Akrochem Acquires Bech Chem, Expands Into the Paint and Coatings Industry

Acquisition positions Akrochem for future growth while providing enhanced support levels for Bech Chem customers.

08.10.21

Breaking News | People in the News

Mule-Hide Products Names Jeremy Grunewald Product Category Manager

Jeremy Grunewald has joined Mule-Hide Products Co. Inc. as product category manager – liquid-applied systems.

08.09.21

Breaking News | People in the News

Michael Lüthi to Assume Leadership of SANITIZED AG

Lüthi, a member of the founding family, has been working for SANITIZED since 2018.

08.05.21

Additives | Breaking News | Industry News

LANXESS Completes Acquisition of Emerald Kalama Chemical

Acquisition strengthens business in specialty chemicals for industrial applications.

08.04.21

Breaking News | Paint & Coatings Manufacturer News

PPG Recognized for Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Practices

Named to FTSE4Good Index Series for third consecutive year.

Arkema had group sales of €2.4 billion.

07.29.21

Additives | Breaking News | Suppliers Corner

AGM Launches Range of Eco-friendly Graphene Dispersions

Range enables paints, coatings and composites manufacturers to improve sustainability of their products without compromising on performance.

07.29.21

Breaking News | Distributor News

KRAHN Chemie and Sekisui Kasei Form Partnership for Distribution of TECHPOLYMER

KRAHN Chemie and Sekisui Kasei agree on the partnership for the distribution of TECHPOLYMER for paints and coatings in Spain and Portugal.

07.29.21

Top Companies Report

Coatings World is proud to bring the industry our annual Top Companies Report

Kerry Pianoforte, Editor 07.28.21

Binders | Breaking News | Market Reports

MarketsandMarkets: Acrylic Resins Market Worth $21.9 Billion by 2025

In applications, the paints & coatings segment is estimated to lead the market in 2020.

07.28.21

Breaking News | Paint & Coatings Manufacturer News

BCF CEO Blog: Further Consolidation in the UK Coatings Industry

U-POL was the latest, and by far largest remaining UK owned paint company.

Tom Bowtell, British Coatings Federation CEO 07.26.21

Breaking News | Paint & Coatings Manufacturer News | People in the News

Shortlist Announced for the British Coatings Federation’s 2021 Awards

The winners will be announced at the Awards dinner on October 14 in Manchester.

07.26.21

Binders | Breaking News | Industry News

SI Group Signs Agreement to Sell Industrial Resins Business to ASK Chemicals

Agreement includes products, technology, and manufacturing assets in Brazil, India, and South Africa.

07.23.21

Breaking News | Financial News | Paint & Coatings Manufacturer News

AkzoNobel Grows Revenue 26%, Delivers €335 Million Adjusted Operating Income

Revenue was €2,511 million, up 26%, mainly due to strong end market demand.

07.21.21

Breaking News | Financial News | Paint & Coatings Manufacturer News

Asian Paints Consolidated Revenues from Operations for the Quarter Increases 91.1%

Domestic Decorative business more than doubled its volume in the quarter.

07.21.21

Additives | Breaking News | Industry News | Pigments

Clariant’s New Center Supports North America’s Paints and Coatings Industry

New R&D and application testing innovation center is located in the Charlotte Metro area.

07.16.21

Architectural Coatings | Corrosion Control | Paint & Coatings Manufacturer News

Six Flags is Ready to Ride with PPG

With 27 parks in North America, world’s largest regional theme park company is entrusting PPG with its paint and coatings needs.

David Savastano, Contributing Editor 07.14.21

Breaking News | Market Reports

BCF: Coatings Industry Business Confidence Climbs to Highest Level in Two Years

The first five months of 2021 have delivered excellent sales results in both decorative and industrial coatings.

07.09.21

Architectural Coatings | Breaking News | Paint & Coatings Manufacturer News

Swatchbox Unveils New Building Product Sample Platform for Architecture, Design Professionals

Included in the launch are product samples from notable brands in building materials.

07.08.21

Breaking News | Distributor News

BASF’s Internal CInA Award Leads to Recognition of Azelis Americas

Recognized Azelis for its technical and commercial collaboration that resulted in a new resin for traffic paint in North America.

07.08.21

Breaking News | Market Reports

Titanium Dioxide Market Worth $27.9 Billion by 2026: MarketsandMarkets

Paints and coatings are the largest application segment of titanium dioxide.

07.08.21

Industrial Coatings | Paint & Coatings Manufacturer News

No Bones About It: HMG Paints, Falcon Cranes Partner on Dinosaur Sculpture Project

Collaborators team up to restore a dinosaur sculpture, which needed surface treatment and painting.

David Savastano, Contributing Editor 07.07.21

Breaking News | Market Reports

IDTechEx Discusses If the Funding for Graphene has Dried Up

In 2020, the key graphene funding was mainly related to energy storage.

Dr. Richard Collins, IDTechEx Principal Analyst 07.06.21

Additives | Breaking News | Industry News

LSI Launches as an Independent Global Specialty Chemicals Business

Lonza Specialty Ingredients business (LSI) successfully carved out from Lonza Group.

07.02.21

Breaking News | Industry News | Pigments

ALTANA Innovation Award 2021 Honors Metallic Effect Pigments Technology for Automotive Market

Novel SiO2-encapsulated metallic effect pigments ensure more robust formulation processes for water-based coatings.

07.02.21

Breaking News | Paint & Coatings Manufacturer News | Wood Coatings

HMG Paints Launches New Fence and Shed Paint Colors

Fence and Shed Paint offers a premium quality water-based, protective finish.

07.01.21

Additives | Breaking News | Industry News

Nouryon Completes Spin-out of Nobian

Nobian is now a separate company remaining under the ownership of Nouryon’s equity owners, The Carlyle Group and GIC.

07.01.21

Breaking News | Paint & Coatings Manufacturer News

AkzoNobel to Acquire Grupo Orbis, Expanding Position in South and Central America

AkzoNobel is to further expand its long-term position in South and Central America after reaching an agreement to acquire Grupo Orbis.

06.29.21

Breaking News | Paint & Coatings Manufacturer News

HMG Paints Ltd Receives ‘Essence of Family Business’ Award

Also honored with ‘Next Generation Ambassador Award’ for fourth-generation family member by Family Business United.

06.25.21

Breaking News | Market Reports

Varying Growth Patterns for the Top 11 Paints and Coatings Manufacturers in Q1 2021

Asian Paints and Nippon Paint recorded the highest volume-related growth in the first quarter of 2021.

06.24.21

Breaking News | Market Reports

Global Demand Volume for Paints and Coatings Expands by 14% in Q1 2021

Volume growth was supported primarily by the decorative paint segment, which increased 22 % year over year.

06.16.21

Architectural Coatings | Breaking News | Color Trends & Forecast | Paint & Coatings Manufacturer News

Dunn-Edwards Paints Announces 2022 Color + Design Trends

Five distinct color palettes - Meraki, Retrouvailles, Mysa, Elysian, and Naturrensing - celebrate simple pleasures, new possibilities and optimism.

06.11.21

Breaking News | Paint & Coatings Manufacturer News

PPG Completes its Acquisition of Tikkurila, a Leading Nordic Paint and Coatings Company

More than 80% of Tikkurila's revenue comes from Finland, Sweden, Russia, Poland, and the Baltic states.

06.10.21

Additives | Breaking News | Suppliers Corner

Ashland Launches Biocide-free Thickener for High-performance WB Coatings

Aquaflow nonionic synthetic associative thickeners (NSATs) are efficient and build rheology in paint and coatings.

06.10.21

Architectural Coatings | Breaking News | Paint & Coatings Manufacturer News | Product news

Royal Van Wijhe Verf Launches Ralston ExtraTex Matt

Royal Van Wijhe Verf’s brands, such as Ralston and Wijzonol, use bio-based raw materials and strive for lowest possible CO2 emissions and a long lifespan.

06.08.21

Breaking News | Industrial Coatings | Paint & Coatings Manufacturer News

The Protech Group Acquires Excalibur Paints & Coatings Ltd.

Excalibur Paints specializes in protective coatings development and manufacturing.

David Savastano, Contributing Editor 06.08.21

Additives | Breaking News | Industry News

Evonik, Biesterfeld & CheMondis Form Collaboration in Digital Sales, Marketing for Coating Additives

Evonik and Biesterfeld are strategic partners in the Coating Additives segment.

06.07.21

Breaking News | Color Trends & Forecast | Paint & Coatings Manufacturer News | Wood Coatings

AkzoNobel to Share Latest Wood Color Innovations at 2021 High Point Market

The AkzoNobel team will be showcasing contemporary modern designs at the higher end in whites and neutral finishes.

06.04.21

Additives | Breaking News | Distributor News

Archroma Forms Distribution Agreement with Van Horn, Metz & Company for its Mowilith Emulsions

Mowilith emulsions are used for providing adhesion, hardness and elongation to wood and metal coatings, concrete and industrial paint.

06.04.21

Additives | Breaking News | Market Reports

TMR: Performance Minerals Additives Market to Reach US$ 72.5 Billion by 2031

The rise in the global demand for construction has led to a significant increase in the usage of performance minerals additives.

06.03.21

Binders | Breaking News | Market Reports

AMR: Acrylic Resins Market is Expected to Reach $28.3 Billion by 2028

Growth in various end-use industries such as building & construction and automotive is expected to boost acrylic resins market growth.

06.02.21

Breaking News | Market Reports

UV Curable Coatings Market Worth $11.4 Billion by 2025: MarketsandMarkets

Projected to grow from $6.5 billion in 2020, registering 12% CAGR.

05.31.21

Breaking News | Market Reports | Pigments

Titanium Dioxide Market to Register 8.3% CAGR from 2021-28: Grand View Research

Valued at $16.98 billion in 2020.

Grand View Research 05.31.21

Breaking News | Market Reports

CHEM Research GmbH: Decline in German Paint and Coating Consumption in Q1 2021

German market for coatings and paints recorded a 4.5% fall in sales in Q1 2021.

05.28.21

Additives | Breaking News | Distributor News

Michelman, Omya Announce Canadian Distribution Agreement

Will be distributor for Michelman's surface modifiers and wax emulsions.

05.27.21

Additives | Breaking News | Suppliers Corner

Evonik Introduces TEGO Humectant 7005

New humectant is designed for a wide range of applications, including architectural paints and industrial coatings.

05.25.21

Breaking News | Suppliers Corner

AW-Lake Introduces Next-Generation Gear Meters

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05.19.21

Breaking News

HMG Paints Managing Director's 1st Art Exhibition Opening in June

Entitled 'Paintings from a Lifetime of Paint.'

05.19.21

Breaking News | Paint & Coatings Manufacturer News

AkzoNobel Launches 2021 Paint the Future Challenge

Winners will be offered partnership agreements to work with AkzoNobel on sustainable business opportunities.

05.18.21

Breaking News | Paint & Coatings Manufacturer News

HMG Paints Coat Fabricated Dinosaur Skeleton

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05.18.21

Architectural Coatings | Breaking News | Color Trends & Forecast | Green Coatings | Paint & Coatings Manufacturer News

ECOS Paints: Consumers Choose Painting Homes as 1st Step Back to Post-Pandemic Normalcy

According to its May survey, optimistic blues, greens and neutral create new memories and provide calm.

05.14.21

Disruption of Africa Aviation Sector Could Impact Aerospace Coatings Uptake

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Shem Oirere, Africa Correspondent 05.12.21

Breaking News | Financial News

Asian Paints Reports Q4, 12M FY 2020-21 Results

"We have seen a very strong quarter aided by good demand across rural and urban areas at the country level," said Amit Syngle, managing director & CEO.

05.12.21

Additives | Breaking News | Suppliers Corner

Specialty Polymers Introduces RayCryl 1244

A new self-crosslinking acrylic specifically designed to improve critical performance properties of sports court coatings.

05.11.21

Aerospace Coatings

The COVID-19 pandemic brought airline travel to a virtual standstill in 2020. Predictions are it will take the airline industry at least two years to get back.

Kerry Pianoforte, Editor 05.11.21

Breaking News | Industry News

Nouryon Intends to Spinoff Chemicals Business Nobian

Nobian’s Board of Directors will be comprised of members from Carlyle, GIC and Nouryon’s executive leadership team.

05.06.21

Breaking News | Distributor News

KRAHN Chemie Acquires Distribution Rights for Svenska Aerogel'Quartzene Portfolio

Used as an additive in paints and coatings

05.06.21

Architectural Coatings | Breaking News | Paint & Coatings Manufacturer News

Benjamin Moore Named Best in Customer Satisfaction in J.D. Power 2021 Paint Satisfaction Study

Benjamin Moore received a score of 863 (on a 1,000-point scale).

04.29.21

Breaking News

Summer Patio Makeovers from Eco-friendly ECOS Paints

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04.29.21

Breaking News

Behr Paint Names UM Media Agency of Record

UM to take on all U.S. media duties for leading manufacturer of paints, primers, decorative finishes, stains and surface preparation products.

04.26.21

Breaking News | Financial News

AkzoNobel Publishes 1Q 2021 Results

Reports 16% growth.

04.21.21

Additives | Breaking News | Industry News

BYK: New Dimension in High Throughput Screening

BYK doubles capacity in application technology.

04.20.21

Breaking News | Paint & Coatings Manufacturer News

AkzoNobel Announces 2nd Global Startup Challenge

Launches May 18.

04.15.21

Architectural Coatings | Breaking News | Paint & Coatings Manufacturer News

HMG Paints Reports Positive Feedback on Contract Matt Emulsion

Water-based trade matt emulsion is designed for application on interior plaster walls and ceilings, according to HMG.

04.14.21

Overview of Iranian Paint and Coatings Industry

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Yogender Singh, India, Asia-Pacific Correspondent 04.13.21

Relief Funds Accelerate into Puerto Rico

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Charles W. Thurston, Latin America Correspondent 04.13.21

Raw Material Availability, Price Increases May Be Biggest Issue for Coatings Industry in Europe

In the last 12 months, restrictions already in place due to COVID-19 have generally limited supply chain operations worldwide.

The British Coatings Federation 04.13.21

Coatings World Company Profile: Siltech Corp.

Coatings Word Editor, Kerry Pianoforte recently had the opportunity to interview Robert Ruckle, global marketing and sales director at Siltech Corp.

Kerry Pianoforte, Editor 04.13.21

Resins Update

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04.13.21

Coatings World Q&A's

A Coatings World Q&A: Siltech Corporation

Coatings Word Editor, Kerry Pianoforte recently had the opportunity to interview Robert Ruckle, global marketing and sales director at Siltech Corp.

Breaking News | Financial News

RPM Reports Fiscal 2021 3Q Results

Sales increased 8.1% to $1.27 billion, the company said.

04.07.21

Breaking News | Marine Coatings | Paint & Coatings Manufacturer News

Nippon Paint Marine’s New Self-polishing Antifouling Paint Applied to 5 Bulk Carriers

FASTAR XI, which incorporates Nippon’s hydro-gel technology, will be applied to all five of Turkey’s Iskenderun Ship Management vessels.

04.06.21

Breaking News

Coatings World CEO Forum Part 2

Coatings World’s 2021 CEO Forum features executives from nine coatings companies offering their insights on the state of the industry.

Kerry Pianoforte, Editor 04.05.21

Architectural Coatings | Breaking News | Product news

Dunn-Edwards Launches DECOPRIME

This new line is specifically meant for interior wood kitchen and bathroom cabinetry, doors, and trim.

04.02.21

Breaking News | Paint & Coatings Manufacturer News

PPG Opens China Application Innovation Center in Zhangjiagang

Facility marks region’s first cross-business application innovation center.

04.01.21

Breaking News | Paint & Coatings Manufacturer News

PPG Becomes Vizient's Paint Supplier

One of the PPG paint products available through the agreement is PPG PAINTS PURE PERFORMANCE interior latex primer.

03.31.21

Breaking News | Industrial Coatings | Paint & Coatings Manufacturer News

AkzoNobel Invests in Coatings Application Technology from Qlayers

Qlayers is part of AkzoNobel’s Paint the Future collaborative innovation ecosystem.

03.31.21

Automotive Coatings | Breaking News | Paint & Coatings Manufacturer News

What Are Automotive OEM Customers Looking for in Terms of Performance?

Representatives from AkzoNobel, Axalta, BASF and PPG provide the answer.

Anthony Locicero, Associate editor 03.29.21

Breaking News | Industry News | Marine Coatings

Selektope-containing Coastal Vessel Antifouling Coatings Range Expanded by Chugoku Marine Paints

Increase in CMP’s Sea Premier range expands access to Selektope included coatings in Japan.

03.24.21

Architectural Coatings | Breaking News

Future Of Egypt Paints & Coating Industry And Post Covid-19 Pandemic Impact

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Allied Market Research 03.18.21

Breaking News | Laboratory Equipment | Suppliers Corner

X-Rite Launches PANTORA

Desktop application for the management of color and appearance data in digital design and production workflows.

03.17.21

Breaking News | Paint & Coatings Manufacturer News

AkzoNobel, Polar Pod Partner for Pioneering Scientific Mission

AkzoNobel the paint and coatings partner of the scientific expedition that will send a manned oceanographic platform drifting around Antarctica.

03.16.21

2021 CEO Forum

CEO Forum features executives from 10 coatings companies offering their insights on the state of the industry.

Kerry Pianoforte, Editor 03.12.21

Breaking News | Market Reports

Significant Contraction of Global Paints, Coatings Market in 2020

Top 11 global paint and coating producers experienced a sales turnover decline greater than -6% (Euro value) compared to 2019.

Chem Research 03.11.21

Breaking News | Paint & Coatings Manufacturer News

Raw Material Availability, Prices Hikes May Be 2021’s Biggest Issue for Coatings, Ink Sectors

Causing significant disruption to the coatings and printing ink industries in the UK and across Europe.

British Coatings Federation 03.10.21

Automotive Refinish | Breaking News | Paint & Coatings Manufacturer News

AkzoNobel, McLaren Racing Extend Partnership Ahead of F1 Season

AkzoNobel is providing its Sikkens vehicle refinish products for all painted parts of the MCL35M, as well as the team’s transport, garage and accessories.

03.09.21

Automotive OEM Coatings

Despite slowdowns in 2020, the automotive coatings market is poised to grow, especially in Asia Pacific

Anthony Locicero, Associate Editor 03.08.21

Organic Rheological Additive for Water-Borne and Solvent-Borne Coatings

Ecomyx THS is a white, non-discoloring, non-hygroscopic powder that is completely organic in nature.

Automotive Refinish | Breaking News | Paint & Coatings Manufacturer News

Axalta Opens Regional Refinish Training Center in Guangzhou, China

According to the company, the new facility provides customers in South China with greater access to advanced coating technologies and value-added services.

03.04.21

Breaking News | Paint & Coatings Manufacturer News

AkzoNobel Completes Titan Paints Acquisition

Includes three production facilities and seven logistics and service centers for decorative paint.

03.02.21

Clariant’s "New Freedom" Decorative Color Trends Palette: 13 color predictions for trends in 2021

Embrace the new – embrace nature – embrace yourself: New year – new me!

Breaking News | Paint & Coatings Manufacturer News

AkzoNobel Kicks off Paint the Future Startup Challenge in China

The deadline for submissions is May 15, 2021.

03.01.21

Architectural Coatings | Breaking News | Green Coatings | Product news

ECOS Paints Launches Lisa Tharp Colors

Collaboration "taps into surging consumer demand for healthier homes and spaces."

02.26.21

Additives | Breaking News | Financial News

Arkema Reports Full-year 2020 Results

"2020 was ultimately a year of major qualitative progress for Arkema," Chairman and CEO Thierry Le Hénaff said.

02.25.21

Breaking News | Green Coatings | Paint & Coatings Manufacturer News

Green Seal-certified Paint to Qualify for LEED v 4.1 Credit

Under proposed updates to Green Seal's paints and coatings leadership standard.

02.19.21

Breaking News | Distributor News | Laboratory Equipment

Sensory Analytics, The Bronx Group Partner for Russia/CIS Region Sales, Support

The Bronx Group will be responsible for handling marketing, sales, and support efforts required for coil customers in this territory.

02.19.21

Breaking News | Paint & Coatings Manufacturer News

Hempel Acquiring Wattyl Australia, New Zealand

"We are now taking the first large, visible step in our ambition of doubling Hempel by 2025," Hempel CEO Lars Petersson said.

02.18.21

Additives | Breaking News | Industry News

Raw Material Suppliers, Distributors Part of Recent M&A Activity

There have been several acquisitions just 2.5 months into 2021, following a flurry of activity in 2020.

Anthony Locicero, Associate editor 02.17.21

Additives | Breaking News | Suppliers Corner

BYK Launches 2 Additives

BYK-329, a silicone-containing surface additive and BYK-092, a VOC-free, silicone-containing additive.

02.17.21

Breaking News | Financial News

AkzoNobel Publishes 4Q, Full-Year 2020 Results

AkzoNobel achieved a 15% return on sales and more than 20% return on investment, CEO Thierry Vanlancker said.

02.17.21

Breaking News | Corrosion Control | Paint & Coatings Manufacturer News

Greenkote Reports Increased Anticorrosion Coating Orders

For exposed metal fasteners and hardware.

Anthony Locicero, Associate editor 02.11.21

Breaking News | Distributor News

HMG Paints, Breakwells Paints Ltd Enter into Distribution Agreement

Breakwells also invested in a water-based tinting machine that works with HMG’s MSH colorants.

02.10.21

Breaking News | Paint & Coatings Manufacturer News

Acquisitions Bring 'Incremental Benefits' to PPG

SVP/CFO Vincent Morales discusses PPG's recent M&A activity.

Anthony Locicero, Associate editor 02.05.21

Additives | Breaking News | Distributor News

Univar Solutions, Sasol Enter Surfactants Distribution Agreement

Expands Univar Solutions' offerings to include Sasol's ALFOL alcohols and ALFONIC/NOVEL/SAFOL surfactants.

02.04.21

Breaking News | Industry News | Pigments

Clariant Inaugurates South African Pigments Lab

The new facility will service the emerging Middle East and Africa paints and coatings market.

02.03.21

Architectural Coatings | Breaking News

UK Decorator Wins Best of Houzz Award

Earned award for fourth consecutive year.

02.02.21

Breaking News | Distributor News

JNS-SmithChem Acquires CheMarCo Inc.

Will significantly expand the scope and sales coverage of JNS-Smithchem.

02.01.21

Additives | Breaking News | Suppliers Corner | Wood Coatings

Evonik Introduces TEGO Foamex 812

New defoamer for wood coatings.

01.29.21

Cleveland Coatings Society Zoom Meeting

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01.22.21

Breaking News | Financial News

Asian Paints Announces Q3 FY2020-21 Results

Consolidated Revenue from operations for the quarter increases by 25.2%.

01.21.21

Breaking News | Paint & Coatings Manufacturer News

Benjamin Moore Bringing Products to Wider Audience with UK Acquisition

Acquisition "enables us to increase scale and make our products available to a wider audience," Benjamin Moore CEO Dan Calkins said.

Anthony Locicero, Associate editor 01.20.21

Breaking News | Paint & Coatings Manufacturer News

AkzoNobel Proposes to Acquire Tikkurila for €31.25 Per Share

13% higher than the current offer made on Jan. 5, 2021.

Coatings World staff 01.18.21

Breaking News | Paint & Coatings Manufacturer News

HMG Paints Earns 'Made in Britain' Accreditation

The company will now carry the Made in Britain collective mark across its packaging and products.

Coatings World staff 01.12.21

Pigment Supplier Directory

Here is a look at the latest offerings from select pigment manufacturers. For more information on the products listed, please contact the company directly.

01.11.21

Breaking News

Raw Material Price Increases Pile Pressure on Paint Manufacturers

Epoxy resin prices have risen sharply since the latter part of 2020 while polyester resin prices are also well up.

British Coatings Federation 01.11.21

Interior Architectural Coatings

DIYers have been busy transforming their rooms into multi-functional spaces.

Kerry Pianoforte, Editor 01.11.21

Breaking News

Q&A: PPG's Amy Mercante

Mercante, who has spent nearly 30 years with PPG, discusses the newest label and packaging offerings, as well as her role with the company.

Greg Hrinya, Editor, Label & Narrow Web 01.08.21

Breaking News | Construction Chemicals | Paint & Coatings Manufacturer News | Special Purpose Coatings

ICP Building Solutions Group Acquires Gardner-Gibson

Gardner-Gibson is a manufacturer of liquid-applied roof coatings, roofing products, driveway sealers and specialty paints.

Coatings World staff 01.05.21

Breaking News | Paint & Coatings Manufacturer News

NHL's Pittsburgh Penguins Announce PPG as Official Helmet Entitlement Partner for 2020-21

PPG logo will be featured on the players' helmets for all home and away games of the 2020-21 regular season, as well as the playoffs.

Coatings World staff 01.04.21

Breaking News | Market Reports | Pigments

Aluminum Pigments Market Expected to Reach $706 Million By 2027: Transparency Market Research

Projected to grow at a CAGR of nearly 6.6% between 2019 and 2027.

Transparency Market Research 01.01.21

Market Reports

October 2020 European Paint, Coating Production 1.2% Above Previous Year’s Level

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CHEM Research 12.31.20

Breaking News

Coatings World's Top 5 Online Exclusives for 2020

COVID-19 items, Q&As and a color reveal comprise the top 5 online exclusives from 2020.

Anthony Locicero, Associate editor 12.23.20

Breaking News | Paint & Coatings Manufacturer News | Powder Coatings

Coatings World’s Top 10 Breaking News Stories for 2020

COVID-19 news and M&A activity among the top breaking news items in 2020.

Anthony Locicero, Associate editor 12.22.20

Additives | Breaking News | Industry News

BASF Agrees to Sell Kankakee, Illinois Site to One Rock Capital Partners

The businesses have around 160 employees.

Coatings World staff 12.21.20

Additives | Binders | Breaking News | Industry News | Special Purpose Coatings

Arkema, Cool Roof Creating More Durable Reflective Roofs

Signed a contract granting Cool Roof an exclusive license to use Arkema's Kynar Aquatec PVDF resin.

Coatings World staff 12.18.20

Binders | Breaking News | Paint & Coatings Manufacturer News

AkzoNobel Unlocks More Sustainable Future for Coatings After Biomass Breakthrough

Involves the development of a more sustainable way of making resins.

Coatings World staff 12.17.20

Breaking News

Benjamin Moore Acquires UK Distributor Shaw Paints Ltd

With this acquisition, Shaw Paints Ltd will become Benjamin Moore UK.

Coatings World staff 12.16.20

Breaking News | Paint & Coatings Manufacturer News

PT Mowilex Helps Protect 65,000 Forested Hectares

Part of carbon-neutral certification renewal.

Coatings World staff 12.15.20

Aerospace Coatings | Breaking News | Paint & Coatings Manufacturer News

AkzoNobel 'Gives South America’s Most Colorful Airplane its Wings'

The new Azul Airlines livery features the little blue macaw (Spix’s macaw), a national symbol in Brazil.

Coatings World staff 12.14.20

CURATOR Paints Transforms Basement With Farrier’s Nail

A before and after project with Jaci Hodges.

12.14.20

Architectural Coatings | Breaking News

Dutch Boy Paints Launches Platinum Plus Cabinet, Door & Trim

The paint is now available exclusively at Menards.

Coatings World staff 12.11.20

Breaking News | Paint & Coatings Manufacturer News

AkzoNobel Springs for 2021 Paint the Future Startup Challenge in China

The company first kicked off Paint the Future in 2019.

Coatings World staff 12.10.20

Orion Engineered Carbons Highlights Carbon Black Offerings

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Coatings World staff 12.09.20

HJ Unkel at CHINACOAT

H.J. Unkel is located at Hall 3.1 Zone 6 Booth 3.1C15.

Coatings World staff 12.09.20

Pilot Chemical Promotes Calfax Product Line

Visit Pilot Chemical at Hall 2.1 Zone 8 Booth 2.1G49

Coatings World staff 12.09.20

Breaking News | Color Trends & Forecast | Industry News | Pigments

Clariant Unveils 'New Freedom' Decorative Color Trends for 2021

Formulated with Clariant’s Hostatint 500 range.

Coatings World staff 12.09.20

Additives | Breaking News | Distributor News

Oxiteno, Palmer Holland Partner in U.S. CASE Market

Palmer Holland is responsible for promoting and distributing Oxiteno’s lines of surfactants, coalescents, and additive products in the US.

Coatings World staff 12.08.20

Architectural Coatings | Breaking News | Paint & Coatings Manufacturer News

HMG Decorative Coatings Used in Brewery Expansion

Coating utilizes a silver ion additive which provides lasting and effective protection against harmful bacteria, mold, fungi and viruses.

Coatings World staff 12.08.20

CHINACOAT2020 Goes Hybrid

As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic this year’s CHINACOAT is offering both in-person and virtual options

Kerry Pianoforte, Editor 12.07.20

Additives | Architectural Coatings | Breaking News | Industrial Coatings | Suppliers Corner

DURA Chemicals Launches Durablock for Architectural, Industrial Coatings

Durablock grades can be added directly to both water- and solvent-based coatings

Coatings World staff 12.04.20

Breaking News | Industrial Coatings | Paint & Coatings Manufacturer News

HMG Paints Ltd., Symphony Coatings Partner

The partnership will see HMG’s industrial coatings and color matching facilities available from 3 additional Symphony Coating branches.

Coatings World staff 12.03.20

Breaking News | Laboratory Equipment | Suppliers Corner

AMETEK Brookfield Launches Vapor Pro XL Autosampler

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Coatings World staff 11.27.20

Breaking News | Paint & Coatings Manufacturer News | Powder Coatings | Wood Coatings

PPG Introduces PPG ENVIROCRON HeatSense Powder Coating for Heat-sensitive Wood Composite

New coating complements latest advances in low-temperature cure technology.

Coatings World staff 11.24.20

Architectural Coatings | Breaking News | Color Trends & Forecast

Three Tips/Colors for Sprucing Up Homes for the Holidays

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ECOS Paints 11.23.20

Additives | Breaking News | Industry News

Archroma Tops Institute of Public & Environmental Affairs List for Chemical Companies

Archroma tops Institute of Public & Environmental Affairs (IPE) list of industrial chemical companies driving supply chain transparency.

Coatings World staff 11.23.20

Architectural Coatings | Breaking News | Product news

HMG Paints Launches Next Generation Colorant

The UK’s largest independent paint manufacturer HMG Paints has launched its next-generation colorants.

Coatings World staff 11.20.20

Architectural Coatings | Breaking News | Product news

JOHNSTONE’S Brand by PPG Launches Anti-Bacterial Matt Paint

Product restricts bacterial spread throughout home.

Coatings World staff 11.20.20

Breaking News | Paint & Coatings Manufacturer News

British Coatings Federation Announces Coatings Care Awards Winners

The Coatings Care program recognizes improvements in the performance of the coatings and printing ink industries.

Coatings World staff 11.17.20

Breaking News | Paint & Coatings Manufacturer News

PT Mowilex Indonesia Wins ACES Award

Company focuses on the premium segment of paints, wood coatings and other building materials.

Coatings World staff 11.16.20

Breaking News | People in the News

In Memoriam: Louis Savelli of DuPont

He joined the DuPont Company in 1959, retiring in 2001. Served as president of DuPont Automotive and group VP of DuPont Performance Coatings.

Coatings World staff 11.12.20

Breaking News | Paint & Coatings Manufacturer News

HMG Paints Ltd Receives UK Business Hero Award

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Coatings World staff 11.12.20

Aerospace Coatings | Breaking News | Paint & Coatings Manufacturer News

PPG Aerospace Coatings Selected by Magnetic MRO for VIP Aircraft Repaint

Five mica, metallic colors used for Embraer Legacy 600 aircraft.

Coatings World staff 11.11.20

Additives | Breaking News | Distributor News

JNS-SmithChem to Represent DBC Double Bond Chemical

This includes DBC's antioxidants, UV absorbers, light stabilizers, heat stabilizers, optical brighteners, photoinitiators and oligomers.

Coatings World staff 11.10.20

Automotive Refinish | Breaking News | Distributor News | Paint & Coatings Manufacturer News

Axalta Forms New Partnership with Master Paints in Pakistan

Master Paints will distribute Axalta’s Standox and HIPIC brands in the region.

Coatings World staff 11.10.20

Breaking News | Market Reports | Market Trends & Forecast

Growth for the Global Paints and Coatings Market in Q3-2020

The global demand for paints and coatings has resumed growth in the third quarter of 2020.

Coatings World staff 11.09.20

Breaking News | Paint & Coatings Manufacturer News | Special Purpose Coatings

Troy, Pinturas Popular Form HomeShield Antimicrobial Cobranding Partnership

Coatings World staff 10.19.20

Breaking News

Preparations for ABRAFATI 2021 Advance

More than 80 companies have already guaranteed their participation in the 17th International Exhibition of Suppliers for Paints.

Coatings World staff 10.16.20

Breaking News | Market Reports | Pigments

High-Performance Pigment Market to Reach $7.58 Billion in 2025: Smithers

Global demand for high-performance and special effect pigments in 2020 will be 217,100 tons, with a value of $6.22 billion, according to Smithers.

Smithers 10.16.20

Industrial Coatings

Company Profile: Blocksil

Coatings World interviewed Guy Williams, Managing Director of Blocksil

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Coatings World staff 10.06.20

Breaking News | Powder Coatings

AkzoNobel Building Powder Coatings Plant in Chungli

The powder coatings plant in Chungli is expected to start operating in the third quarter of 2021.

Coatings World staff 10.05.20

2019 Top Companies Success Stories: Lanco Paints and Coatings

Lanco Paints and Coatings is part of the Blanco Group.

Kerry Pianoforte, Editor 10.01.20

Architectural Coatings | Breaking News | Distributor News | Industrial Coatings

Rafferty Paint Supplies Becomes HMG Paints Distributor in Ireland

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Coatings World staff 09.30.20

Aerospace Coatings | Breaking News | Product news

Sherwin-Williams Launches JetPen for Aerospace Coatings Touchups

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Coatings World staff 09.29.20

Breaking News | Industrial Coatings | Paint & Coatings Manufacturer News

PPG Launches Comprehensive Line of Flooring Coatings

Systems specially formulated for general purpose, high traffic, chemical and outdoor work environments.

Coatings World staff 09.29.20

Market Reports

Intumescent Coatings Market to Cross $1.3 Billion by 2026: Global Market Insights

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Global Market Insights 09.29.20

Market Reports | Pigments

Iron Oxide Pigment Market to Reach $1,951.8 Million By 2025: Transparency Market Research

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Transparency Market Research 09.28.20

Breaking News | Paint & Coatings Manufacturer News | Powder Coatings

AkzoNobel Boosts Powder Coatings Capacity

Investing €20 million in Como, Italy site.

Coatings World staff 09.25.20

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07.06.20

Breaking News | Product news

Valspar Introduces New Line of Exterior Stains

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Coatings World staff 07.17.18

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