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Biesterfeld and Osaka Soda partner to expand elastomer and additive distribution
Biesterfeld has entered into a strategic partnership with Osaka Soda to distribute high-performance elastomers and specialty additives in the UK and Ireland. The collaboration strengthens Biesterfeld's...
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Rose petal-inspired coating cuts ice adhesion on glass
A new UV-curable biomimetic coating combining fluorinated polysiloxane/polyurea with Al₂O₃ microspheres delivers strong passive anti-icing performance while maintaining high optical transmittance....
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Cromogenia and Caldic join forces to deliver sustainable binders in Benelux
Spanish specialty chemicals company Cromogenia has announced a strategic partnership with Caldic, a global distributor of specialty chemical solutions, to expand the reach of its advanced binder technologies...
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Biochar-based composite coating boosts wood fire safety
Researchers have developed a halogen-free flame-retardant composite coating for wood that combines biochar, kaolin, polyvinyl acetate and trimethylsilyl polyphosphate. The coating significantly reduces...
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Beckers Group inaugurates renewable resin plant in India through Berger-Becker joint venture
Beckers Group has launched a new resin manufacturing plant in Nagpur, India, in partnership with Berger Paints. The facility is set to produce sustainable polyester resins for coil coatings, supporting...
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Isosorbide-based water-borne NIPUs improve adhesive performance
Researchers have synthesised a series of water-borne non-isocyanate polyurethanes from bio-based isosorbide and dimethyl carbonate, designed as polymeric adhesion coatings. The hexamethylenediamine variant...
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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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