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ETCC 2026 in Prague: A hub for coatings innovation and sustainability
The European Technical Coatings Congress (ETCC) returns from 30 June to 2 July 2026 in Prague, Czech Republic. Under the theme “For a More Colourful World,” the event will explore advancements in paints,...
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Hempel announces joint interim CEO leadership
The global coatings manufacturer has announced a joint interim CEO leadership structure, appointing Peter la Cour Gormsen, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, alongside Emilie Barriau,...
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IMCD appoints Behnosh Yaghobi as Managing Director for the Middle East
The distribution company has announced the appointment of Behnosh Yaghobi as Managing Director for its Middle East division. Yaghobi steps into the role with immediate effect, succeeding the previous leadership...
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AI Transforming Resin Development in Coatings
AI is driving measurable efficiencies in the coatings industry, yet adoption remains exploratory, says Ioanna Tzortzi, associate specialist at Perstorp. In this interview, she shares insights into how...
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BASF names Steve Arndt Senior Vice President for automotive refinish coatings
BASF has appointed Steve Arndt as Senior Vice President, Global Automotive Refinish Coatings, effective immediately. Arndt brings over 25 years of experience to the role, with a focus on innovation and...
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Self-similar fly ash coating enables durable anti-icing
A new super-lubricating photothermal anti-icing coating uses a self-similar porous structure derived from fly ash to retain lubricant and enable active de-icing. The system combines passive superlubricity...
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BASF gets green light for sale of coatings division to Carlyle
The European Commission has approved the sale of BASF's coatings division to the investment firm Carlyle. However, the approval comes with strict conditions to prevent distortions of competition.
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Spanish paints and printing inks industry gathers in Valencia to discuss growth, innovation and future challenges
The Spanish paints and printing inks industry gathered in Valencia for ASEFAPI’s annual meeting, highlighting another year of steady growth and resilience. With total turnover reaching €2.067 billion,...
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Urea-modified silica sol enables self-healing steel coating
Researchers have developed a dual-autonomous self-healing composite coating for steel that combines nanoscale dispersion of a silicone-based healing agent with a reversible hydrogen-bonding network. The...
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