Federico Melideo

melideo@ipcm.it

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23MAR

Edward Johnson Joins ChemQuest as Director

Edward Johnson to strengthen global consulting and M&A advisory capabilities of ChemQuest.

23MAR

Assovernici Warns That Geopolitical Tensions and Rising Costs Threaten the Paint Sector

Rising geopolitical tensions, particularly in the Middle East, are placing increasing strain on the paints and coatings supply chain, according to Assovernici, the Italian association representing leading manufacturers in the sector, which has stepped up monitoring of market developments.

19MAR

Cortec® Launches Readily Available ESD Bags with Built-In Corrosion Protection

With increasing pressure on supply chains and product reliability, the introduction of readily available, corrosion-protective ESD packaging comes at a critical time for the electronics industry.

18MAR

SMART’26: Programme for the UCIF Conference on Industrial Finishing Now Online

The 2026 edition brings together 12 technical presentations addressing the main drivers of transformation in industrial finishing: process innovation, environmental and economic sustainability, digitalisation, and artificial intelligence, alongside an increasing focus on organisational structures and skills.

17MAR

French RCV Manufacturer Chooses Rösler for Advanced Blast Cleaning

The delivery of the machine to SEMAT has reinforced Rösler’s expertise in handling complex blast-cleaning tasks and has paved the way for similar projects with other clients, showcasing the effectiveness of its innovative solutions in the RCV sector.

17MAR

Evonik Extends Strategic VISIOMER® Methacrylates Partnership with IMCD into the U.S.

Building on their established partnership in Brazil and Canada, IMCD will now distribute Evonik’s VISIOMER® Specialty Methacrylates across the U.S., providing customers with greater access to the full portfolio of advanced solutions.

16MAR

ECKART Launches STANDART® PCS HD: Aluminium Pigment Promises Maximum Coverage and Metallic Brilliance

With this launch, ECKART aims to set a new benchmark for effect pigments in the powder coating industry.

16MAR

Azelis and Milliken Partner to Distribute Polyurethane Colourant Solutions in India

Under the agreement, Azelis customers in India will gain access to Milliken’s Reactint PU colourant solutions, designed to deliver consistent colour performance, durability and ease of handling. The partnership also strengthens Milliken’s presence in the Indian CASE market, supported by Azelis’s local distribution network, technical capabilities and application expertise.

13MAR

PaintExpo 2026: VULKAN INOX Showcases Stainless Steel Abrasives for Flawless Surface Preparation and Sustainable Corrosion Protection

Visit VULKAN INOX from 14–17 April 2026 at PaintExpo, Karlsruhe – Hall 2, Stand 2226.

10MAR

SurfaceTechnology GERMANY 2026: Industry Leaders Meet in Stuttgart

Surface Technology GERMANY will take place from 5th to 7th May 2026.

Federico Melideo