Coatings World Magazine
March 2025
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Architectural Color Trends for 2025
When people look to select the colors they want for their home’s interiors and exteriors, they choose colors that capture how they feel.02.26.25
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The Automotive Coatings Market
Coatings leaders report that 2024 was a solid year, and are developing innovative new technologies to meet the needs of the automotive industry.02.26.25
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Anticipation is Growing For the 2025 European Coatings Show
The European Coatings Show and the European Coatings Conference return to Nuremberg, Germany, from March 24-27.02.26.25
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Business CornerAI and Related Data-Driven Market Research MethodsAI-generated data is rapidly gaining the attention of many organizations as an effective market research tool.02.26.25
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Financial NewsThe Pittsburgh Paints Company Appoints Brian Carson CEOThe Pittsburgh Paints Company, a newly independent leader in the paints and coatings sector, announced the appointment of Brian Carson as CEO.02.19.25
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Distributor NewsBarentz Appoints James Tyrakoski VP, Floor Care CoatingsFor the past 12 years, Tyrakoski has brought a unique, solutions-focused approach to product innovation and market support.01.24.25
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Europe ReportsKansai Paint Renews Focus on EuropeThe former Helios company operations are currently the third-largest arm of the Kansai Paint group, and has annual revenues of €737 million.02.19.25
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India/Asia Pacific ReportsCoatings World Interview with the Japan Paint Manufacturers AssociationConsisting of approximately 258 members, JPMA has enabled the industry to achieve ambitious goals in recent years.02.26.25
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Latin America ReportsVolkswagen’s Puebla Paint Shop Goes All ElectricThe Puebla plant has eliminated the use of natural gas and has an 'ability to paint up to 90 vehicles per hour while maintaining high environmental standards.'02.21.25
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Africa ReportPost-Election Namibia Could Boost the Country’s Coatings MarketThe ruling SWAPO Party retained power, offering promises on new infrastructure development and the refurbishing and upgrading of existing ones.02.18.25
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People in the NewsBYK Names Dr. Michael Schmidt as New Global CTOHe was previously global head of innovation for the Thermoplastic Polyurethane Business Unit at Covestro.12.18.24
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People in the NewsCarboline Appoints Priscila Nobre as VP of Supply ChainNobre has held key leadership roles at Corning Life Sciences, TE Connectivity, Cummins, and World Wide Technology.02.11.25
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People in the NewsGehring Montgomery Welcomes Taylor Murray to the TeamHer expertise spans a variety of industries, including paint, construction, refractories, packaging and wastewater treatment.01.22.25
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Product newsHempel Introduces Avantguard 750 Pro For Corrosion ProtectionAvantguard 750 Pro represents the latest in steel protection and addresses critical environmental and economic challenges by improving steel durability.01.30.25
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Product newsPPG Launches Non-BPA PPG HOBA Coatings for Aluminum Bottles at Paris Packaging WeekProduct received certificate of recognition at 2025 ADF innovation awards.02.04.25
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Product newsMicro Powders Introduces PFAS-Free Powder Coatings Texture AdditiveMicroTex 950 is the newest addition to its PTFE replacement portfolio.01.28.25
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Industry NewsMÜNZING Expands Regional Presence with Establishment of MÜNZING SingaporeMÜNZING expands regional presence with the establishment of MÜNZING Singapore Pte Ltd01.17.25
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Industry NewsEuropean Commission Adopts Ban on BPA in All Food Contact MaterialsFollowing an 18-month phase-out period, BPA will no longer be allowed in any products that come into contact with food or drink.01.09.25
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Industry NewsROSS Highlights FDA-600 Dual Shaft Mixer for Industrial MixingThe FDA-600 is engineered for wide-ranging densities and viscosities up to several hundred thousand centipoise.01.02.25
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Industry NewsCovestro and China’s GAC Partner to Develop Material Solutions for Flying CarsFocus on lightweight polycarbonates, smart applications and lower-carbon footprint solutions.12.26.24
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Paint & Coatings Manufacturer NewsBASF to Sell Brazilian Decorative Paint Business to Sherwin-WilliamsPurchase price of $1.15 billion on a cash and debt-free basis.02.17.25
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Paint & Coatings Manufacturer NewsAkzoNobel Proposes to Separate Powder Coatings Business from Indian SubsidiaryThe transactions will make AkzoNobel India a more focused liquid paints and coatings business.02.24.25
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Paint & Coatings Manufacturer NewsPPG, Dutch Education Nonprofit C3 Support Beta Tournament STEM CompetitionPPG, Dutch education nonprofit C3 support Beta Tournament STEM competition for young students02.14.25
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Paint & Coatings Manufacturer NewsChemetall Runs its Blackman Township Production Facility on Renewable ElectricityPartnership with BASF Renewable Energy for 100% renewable electricity.02.11.25
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Paint & Coatings Manufacturer NewsStrategic Partnership Agreement Between Kayalar Kimya and MirkaKayalar Kimya is further strengthening its position in the sector through a strategic partnership with Mirka, a global leader in surface finishing technology.02.17.25
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Paint & Coatings Manufacturer NewsMipa Group Takes Over Wildschek LackeThe traditional Wildschek paint factory has been manufacturing in Vienna since 1948 and moved to its current headquarters in 2023.02.07.25
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Paint & Coatings Manufacturer NewsPPG Recognized on Fortune Magazine’s ‘World’s Most Admired Companies’ List for 17th Consecutive YearPPG ranked #2 in the chemicals industry, retaining its spot from 2024 and representing its highest industry ranking since 2017.01.30.25
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Paint & Coatings Manufacturer NewsGemini Industries, Inc. Acquires Industrial Wood Coatings Division From Diamond VogelThis strategic milestone underscores Gemini’s commitment to advancing quality, innovation and service in the wood coatings industry.02.04.25
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Paint & Coatings Manufacturer NewsPPG and Tasca Racing Gear up for 2025 Drag Racing SeasonPPG NITRO MUSTANG DARK HORSE Funny Car to appear in four events this year02.06.25
