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Limits and challenges of today’s technology in the coatings industry
As manufacturers push for lower VOCs, safer chemistries, and improved sustainability, coatings technology is approaching the practical limits of both formulation and processing. Jigarkumar Patel, senior...
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Interview: How AI Is Transforming Coatings R&D—from Data Silos to Faster Innovation with Nick Talken
Albert Invent founder and former Henkel digital R&D leader explains why structured data, connected workflows and human expertise -not AI alone-are key to accelerating formulation development, sustainability-driven...
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BASF raises full-year 2026 earnings outlook after strong Q2 results
BASF has reported preliminary figures for the second quarter of 2026, with EBITDA before special items reaching EUR 2.4 billion – considerably above both analyst consensus and the prior-year figure....
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Bronopol-functionalised WPU repels dirt, water and bacteria
A newly developed fluorine-free water-borne polyurethane coating combines durable antibacterial and antifouling properties across a wide range of substrates. Functionalised with bronopol and modified with...
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MC-Bauchemie establishes new company in Kenya
With the establishment of MC-Bauchemie Kenya, the MC-Bauchemie Group is continuing its growth trajectory in Africa. The new site in Nairobi is intended to serve as a production and competence centre for...
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RPM Names David C. Dennsteadt as President and COO
RPM International announced that David C. Dennsteadt has been named president and chief operating officer for RPM, effective July 17, 2026.
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Rigid-flexible interface enhances carbon fibre/epoxy performance
A novel "rigid-flexible" interface design combining lignin-based epoxy resin with nano-cerium oxide sol significantly enhances the mechanical performance of carbon fibre/epoxy composites. The approach...
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Chemical and pharmaceutical industry: half-year results for 2026 show continuing crisis
The half-year results 2026 of the German Chemical Industry Association (VCI) point to a persistently strained economic situation in the chemical and pharmaceutical industry. Falling production, declining...
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AGC Chemicals Europe initiates consultation on closure of Hillhouse facility
AGC Chemicals Europe has announced a consultation process on a proposal to cease production at its Hillhouse facility in Thornton Cleveleys, Lancashire, due to ongoing financial and operational challenges....
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