2025

AkzoNobel Inks Power Purchase Agreement with Alight to Develop Solar Park in Sweden

The initiative is set to further AkzoNobel’s goal of halving its carbon footprint by 2030 and complements Alight’s mission to decarbonise the grid.

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AkzoNobel Announces Plans to Close Wapenveld and Machelen Sites as Part of European Industrial Optimisation

AkzoNobel is closing its Wapenveld and Machelen manufacturing sites to streamline operations and improve efficiency as part of a broader industrial transformation strategy.

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Nouryon Releases 2024 Sustainability Report Showcasing Progress in Environmental Performance and Sustainable Innovation

The 2024 report highlights Nouryon’s commitment to meeting growing customer demands for sustainable innovation while significantly reducing greenhouse gas emissions across its operations.

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Paint inspection 4.0: machine vision and artificial intelligence for a flawless finish

Automation, machine vision, and artificial intelligence are redefining surface quality inspection in the automotive paint process.

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Beckers Group Named One of Europe’s Climate Leaders 2025 by the Financial Times

This esteemed accolade underscores Beckers Group's strong commitment to environmental stewardship and highlights its ongoing efforts to reduce carbon emissions across operations in 18 countries and throughout its value chain.

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Dürr Delivers Milestone 19,000th Painting Robot to BYD’s First European Factory

This milestone delivery highlights Dürr’s role as a key partner in the evolution of electric vehicle production, combining innovation, sustainability, and global collaboration.

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The Issue n. 93 of ipcm® International Paint&Coating Magazine Is Out Now

Read the latest issue of the magazine dedicated to surface treatments and organic and inorganic finishes – Special edition dedicated to automotive!

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Eurotherm Awarded EcoVadis Bronze Medal for Sustainability

Eurotherm among the top 35% of companies worldwide for sustainable practices.

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UCIF launches SMART26: Shaping the Future of Industrial Finishing through AI, Sustainability, and Culture

SMART26 is set to become a landmark event for all players in the industrial finishing supply chain – a unique opportunity to share visions, best practices, and look ahead to the future together.

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BYK Sites Recognised with Top EcoVadis Sustainability Ratings

This result highlights the strong commitment to sustainability demonstrated by BYK.

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Axalta Scientist Named Among Top 100 Women in North-American Auto Industry by Automotive News

The award recognises exceptional female leaders who play pivotal roles and make influential decisions within their organisations.

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Arkema Publishes INNOVATIVE 2024: a Deep Dive into Sustainability and Performance

From the molecular level to real-world impact, INNOVATIVE 2024 reinforces Arkema’s position as a leader in advanced, sustainable materials, committed to driving solutions for a better future.

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Roudabeh Heshmatazad Appointed Director at ChemQuest

Roudabeh Heshmatazad will bring invaluable expertise to assist ChemQuest clients in identifying and developing strategies that prioritise long-term profitable growth.

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AkzoNobel Unveils Innovative Sunscreen Coating to Transform Urban Cooling

Developed by AkzoNobel’s Decorative Paints business, the new system features a radiative cooling topcoat and a thermal radiation barrier mid-coat, functioning like a high-tech sunscreen for buildings.

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Arkema Unveils Advanced Materials Portfolio for Next-Generation Semi-Solid Batteries at Battery Show 2025

Arkema’s participation at Battery Show Europe 2025 highlights its commitment to driving innovation and sustainability within the battery industry’s evolving landscape.

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